Dear Friends,
AS we mark a decade of championing African creativity, we are excited to unveil a new chapter in our story: Resonance. In partnership with the Embassy of France in Nigeria and Cité internationale des arts in Paris, we are providing Nigeria’s most promising curators, visual artists, and designers an opportunity to greatly develop their practice in an international setting.
This annual residency is designed to support artistic research, cross-cultural exchange, and professional growth through mentorship and institutional access. The three selected creatives will spend three months in Paris, engaging in artistic research, cultural exchange, and professional development. Through mentorship, studio time, and access to leading institutions, Resonance is a launchpad for those ready to make their mark on the world stage.
What Resonance Offers:
• Personalised mentorship with French curators and the design agency Trampoline
• Studio accommodation in the heart of Paris at Cité internationale des arts
• Monthly living stipend and covered travel expenses
• Curated networking opportunities and visits
• The chance to collaborate with ART X Lagos beyond the residency
Residency Dates:
• Curatorial Residency: 3 October – 26 December 2025
• Design Residency: 10 November 2025 – 28 January 2026
• Visual Arts Residency: 3 December 2025 – 26 February 2026
Who Can Apply:
• Creatives living and working in Nigeria
• Aged 23 or older by 1 January 2025
• Minimum of 5 years’ professional experience
• Ready to fully commit to the residency and engage with the Parisian art community.
If you are ready to expand your practice and connect with the international art scene, or you know anyone who is, please visit our website for the full details.