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Art Open Calls in Italy

Active grants, residencies, and exhibitions for artists in Italy.

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36 active opportunities linked to Italy — 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.

Differenti Sensazioni 2026/27 Open CallEXHIBITION

Differenti Sensazioni 2026/27 Open Call

officine CAOS

€1,000 reimbursement (Italy-based) or €1,500 (international); accommodation for up to 4 people; performance space and technical equipment; high-profile publicity.

Aug 31, 2026Turin, Italy
PhygitArt 2026 — Call for ArtistsEXHIBITION

PhygitArt 2026 — Call for Artists

PhygitArt / Koinè Rvetti

Exhibition at Villa Graziani, San Giustino, Umbria; international exposure in a unique phygital art context.

Aug 17, 2026Villa Graziani, San Giustino Umbria, Italy
Open call 2026/27 Live, Create & Exhibit in VeniceRESIDENCYPartial Funding

Open call 2026/27 Live, Create & Exhibit in Venice

Res Artis Network

A hybrid living/working space featuring an upstairs studio apartment and a downstairs exhibition and retail space in the heart of Venice.

Jul 31, 2026No direct fundingVenice, Italy
Prisma Art Prize – Rome (20th Edition)COMPETITION

Prisma Art Prize – Rome (20th Edition)

Prisma Art Prize

€2,000 cash prize (per round); group exhibition at Contemporary Cluster Rome; solo show potential; artist residency opportunities in Rome/Tunis; catalogue publication.

Sep 10, 2026Rome, Italy
Italia Media Art Festival 2026 — Videoart & Video Performance Open CallCOMPETITION

Italia Media Art Festival 2026 — Videoart & Video Performance Open Call

Italia Media Art Festival

The 3rd Italia Media Art Festival (IMAF) — its Videoart & Video Performance open call (promoted by Enel) selects work shown during Rome Art Week 2026 and projected in venues in Italy and abroad.

Jul 30, 2026Selected works exhibited at Rome Art Week (Oct 19–25, 2026) and other venues in Italy and abroadRome, Italy (Rome Art Week)
Isola Design Awards 2026COMPETITION

Isola Design Awards 2026

Isola Design Group

Exhibition visibility during Milan Design Week, global digital promotion, and specific category awards culminating in an official ceremony.

Aug 26, 2026No direct fundingMilan, Italy
Digital Jewelry Week 2026EXHIBITIONSelf-Funded

Digital Jewelry Week 2026

Digital Jewelry Week

Unprecedented global digital exposure, inclusion in a navigable 3D virtual exhibition, and networking within the digital craft sector.

Aug 1, 2026No direct fundingMilan, Italy (Digital)

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 Italy?

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 Italy 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 Italy?

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

Which art organizations in Italy 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.