Gil Artist Residency is an Artist in Residence Program located in Akureyri, North Iceland. We are located in the town center, in the Art Street where the Art Museum and several galleries, artist studios, restaurants and bars are located. At the end of the street is the shore of Eyjafjörður, a beautiful mountain view of the fjord. Akureyri is a small town with an easy access to open nature.

We can accommodate one or two artists, in a private apartment with a studio, fully equipped kitchen & bathroom and a gallery for final events & exhibitions. Our exhibition space Deiglan is next door and has an internal access from the studio.

Duration of residency
We offer a one-month or a two-month residency depending on the artists application. Each residency starts on the 1st of each month and ends at the end of each month (30. – 31st). If an artist applies for a two-month stay it is from the end is on the 30. – 31.st of the second month.

Accommodation
Accommodation We can accommodate one or two artists, in a private apartment with a studio, fully equipped kitchen & bathroom and a gallery for final events & exhibitions. Our exhibition space Deiglan is next door and has an internal access from the studio. The appartment/studio is provided with wifi, two work desks, shelves, closet, an easel, one and a half size bed and a sofa bed for guests.

Disciplines, work equipment and assistance
The studio space and living area: 65m2Washer/dryer and linens/towelsElectricity, heating and waterWiFiFinal Event (presentation and/or exhibition at the fully equipped Gallery)Publicity/Press ReleaseBasic toolsNote: Once your application has been approved, your place will be secured on receipt of a deposit. Travel, transport, visa, daily living expenses, medical insurance and production are not included.Unfortunately we don’t offer any grants but we offer a formal letter of invitation for applications elsewhere.

Studio / Workspace
The studio is very bright with a window in the ceiling. Basic equipment is available in the studio. Every artist brings their own materials, one can also purchase in Akureyri.

Fees and support
Monthly fee is 700 EUR for one artist per month. Additional fee for second artist/partner/guest is 375 EUR per month.The price for a stay in Gil Artist Residency is determined by the Gilfélag board with a consultation of the selection committee for each year. This is a monthly fee for one artist, two artists and a confirmation/deposit.After the artists have been notified a deposit of 150 EUR is required within two weeks.Remaining fees are due 90 days before the start of the residency.Cancellation policy:90 days before start of residency, all fees except for the deposit is refunded.60 days before start of residency, 50% is refunded.Cancellations after 60 days are not refunded.The Gilfélag board reserves the right to make exceptions in extreme circumstances.Expectations towards the artistThe artists are expected to give a presentation and/or exhibit their work at our gallery Deiglan. Generally the last weekend of each month is allocated for the artist in residence.

Expectations towards the artist
The artists are expected to give a presentation and/or exhibit their work at our gallery Deiglan. Generally the last weekend of each month is allocated for the artist in residence.

Application information
We are open for applications for one-month or two-month stays during January – December 2025, deadline is August 1st. 2024. Please answer in English or Icelandic.

In order to complete your application, please send us an additional email to studio.akureyri@gmail.com in ONE PDF document: Your full name – Months preferred – Motivation letter (including a project/concept description 250 word max) Examples of work (max 12 photos) A copy of your CV. E-mail to: studio.akureyri@gmail.com

You will get a confirmation e-mail that your application went through in a day or two and an answer within 6 weeks of the deadline. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to e-mail: studio.akureyri@gmail.com

Application form: https://forms.gle/T6h8BZrQnmEbkgiT7