OUR Residencies
Our art residency is a highly selective program with a mission to foster innovative creativity, preserve Chios's heritage, and expand access to the island’s unique cultural and natural environment.
It offers time and space for creative exploration and provides an authentic island experience enriched by stunning natural landscapes and vibrant local traditions.
Each resident is given a private room and full access to shared workspaces, including indoor studios, gardens, and communal areas. By bringing creatives together in a collaborative environment, we aim to cultivate a space where inspiration, experimentation, and meaningful connections thrive. Each participant becomes an integral part of a collective that enriches the residency experience and the local culture.
Our mission is rooted in three core intentions. First, we aim to foster innovative creativity by giving artists the time, space, and support to push boundaries, explore new ideas, and take creative risks within a nurturing environment.
Second, we are committed to preserving and responding to Chios's cultural heritage. Through thoughtful engagement with the island’s history, traditions, and natural beauty, we encourage artists to create work informed by and respectful of its surroundings.
Finally, we strive to build bridges between local and global artistic communities. By welcoming international artists and cultivating meaningful exchanges with the people of Chios, we create a vibrant cultural dialogue that extends beyond the residency and into the wider world.
Our residency focuses on four thematic categories that align with our mission:
1. Documenting Chios: Dive into the rich cultural heritage of Chios by documenting the island's unique history, traditions, and local community through your creative lens.
2. Site-Specific Projects: Develop installations or artworks tailored to the distinct character of Eona, our residency home, merging creativity with place.
3. Eona Initiatives: Host or participate in free events designed to bridge cultures, inspire fresh ideas, and connect the local community with global perspectives.
Through these categories, we aim to inspire artistic innovation while celebrating Chios's cultural heritage. Join us in crafting meaningful work that resonates within the residency and beyond.