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Art Open Calls in Iceland

Grants, residencies and exhibitions open to artists in Iceland — 4 active calls with verified deadlines, application fees and funding details. Updated daily.

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4 active opportunities linked to Iceland — from local foundations to international programs accepting artists based in or targeting this region. Resolved from location fields, organizers, and verified metadata. Sign in free for interactive maps, AI search, and calendar integration.

SÍM Residency ReykjavikRESIDENCYSelf-Funded

SÍM Residency Reykjavik

Association of Icelandic Visual Artists (SÍM)

Provision of housing, studio space, and access to common working areas in the historic center of Reykjavik, along with integration into an active artistic community.

Dec 31, 2026No direct fundingReykjavik, Iceland
Icelandic Textile Center — Residency Open Call 2027RESIDENCY

Icelandic Textile Center — Residency Open Call 2027

Icelandic Textile Center

Studio space, accommodation, textile workshops, and access to an extensive specialist textile library; up to 14 residents at a time; rolling applications accepted year-round except December.

Nov 30, 2026Blönduós, North Iceland
Fish Factory Creative Centre — November 2026 ResidencyRESIDENCY

Fish Factory Creative Centre — November 2026 Residency

Fish Factory — Creative Centre of Stöðvarfjörður

Shared studio space in a dramatic East Iceland fjord setting; access to the Fish Factory community and village life; surrounding volcanic landscape and northern lights season.

Oct 31, 2026Stöðvarfjörður, East Iceland
SÍM Residency Reykjavík AIR - OPEN CALL FOR 2026OTHER

SÍM Residency Reykjavík AIR - OPEN CALL FOR 2026

SÍM (Association of Icelandic Visual Artists)

Studio and accommodation (monthly fee).

Nov 30, 2026Reykjavik, Iceland

FAQ

How is country matching done?

We combine physical venue location, organizer country, city references, and program eligibility (not just keyword searches in titles) to give you the most accurate pool.

Do I need to speak the local language of Iceland?

In 90% of international programs, English is sufficient. If the organizers require local language skills, we list this clearly in the requirements section.

Do grants in Iceland cover visa and travel costs?

This varies. Fully funded opportunities and residencies often cover travel expenses or provide travel grants, while others only fund local accommodation.

Can artists from any country apply to programs in Iceland?

Most listed opportunities are open internationally. Any citizenship or residency restrictions are structured and highlighted on the program card.

Which art organizations in Iceland are most active?

We aggregate programs from leading art academies, museums, private galleries, and non-profit spaces. You can filter by organization type in your dashboard.