Residency

The residency offers (inter)national artists and curators the possibility to stay and work/research at our location in the centre of The Hague. 1646’s residency aims to support innovative practices, develop global networks, and engage the local art community in The Netherlands.

The residency at 1646 is not focused on an end result, but on providing a space for research/work/reflection, while getting familiar with the context of The Hague and The Netherlands. There is no exhibition connected to the residency, though, a public event will conclude the residency period — the shape of which can be worked out in conversation with 1646. The residency period is up to 2 months and takes place between the 18th of August to the 18th of October 2023.

1646’s residency program provides:
Studio space of 5m x 3m inside our building. The studio comes with a wi-fi internet connection and residents have access to our technical facilities. Accommodation: a studio apartment nearby the gallery with private cooking facilities, internet and shared toilet and shower. Children and partners are welcome to join the residency. 

Specification of budget provided:
€1500 incl. VAT. Artist/ Curator fee
€1000 incl. VAT. Production budget
€600 incl. VAT. Event
Travel expenses are covered based on economy tickets.

Selection process:
Applicants may apply between April 1st to April 30th 2023. All applications submitted during this period will be thoroughly reviewed by the team of 1646.

Due to the large amount of applications 1646 is not able to provide feedback.
The points that 1646 takes into consideration when looking at the applications are:

1. Artistic quality
2. Fully completed application
3. Clarity of the proposal
4. How the portfolio and proposal fit within the context of 1646

For more information about the application procedure, please contact air@1646.nl