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Cite internationale des Arts: Paris Artist Residency Programs
Guide to Cite internationale des Arts residency programs in Paris, including Art Explora Programme with EUR 1,000 monthly grants and up to EUR 3,000 production budgets.
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Cite internationale des Arts: Paris Artist Residency Programs
The Cite internationale des Arts brings together creators in the heart of Paris, offering various residency programs from 2 months to a year for artists across all disciplines.
Available Programs
Art Explora Programme
The most comprehensive funded option:
- Monthly living grant: EUR 1,000
- Production grant: Up to EUR 3,000
- Round-trip travel covered
- Furnished studio-apartment
- Duration: 3-6 months
Academie des beaux-arts Programme
- Monthly allowance: EUR 1,500 gross
- Production grant: Up to EUR 3,000
- Duration: 5 months
- Programs in Architecture, Landscape, and Choreography
Institut francais Programme
- For artists living abroad 5+ years
- 3, 6, or 9-month residencies
- Various support levels
Open Call 2-12 Programme
Self-funded residencies:
- 2-12 months duration
- Project-based selection
- Open to all disciplines
In Situ Residency Programme
- Multidisciplinary
- 6 months duration
- 10 artists selected
- Focus on collective work and individual research
Eligibility Requirements
Most programs require:
- 5+ years artistic career
- Age 18+
- Not currently a student
- French and foreign artists welcome
Disciplines include:
- Visual Arts
- Music
- Writing
- Cinema
- Performing Arts
- Curating
The Cite Experience
Locations
Two main sites in Paris:
- Le Marais - Historic central Paris
- Montmartre - Artist quarter setting
Accommodations
- Studio-apartments
- Furnished and equipped
- Individual living and working space
- Access to shared facilities
Paris
Unparalleled access to:
- World-class museums
- Contemporary art galleries
- Cultural institutions
- International arts community
Application Tips
- Research specific programs - Requirements vary significantly
- 5-year experience - Most programs require established practice
- Project proposal - Clear articulation of Paris work
- Language - French helpful but not always required
- Timing - Different deadlines for each program
Living in Paris
Practical Considerations
- High cost of living
- Excellent public transportation
- Rich cultural resources
- International community
- French bureaucracy (be patient)
What's Included
Varies by program but typically:
- Studio-apartment
- Basic furnishings
- Utilities
- Access to shared spaces
Programs by Deadline
Check the Cite website for current deadlines as they vary by program and year:
- Institut francais x Cite: Typically October
- Art Explora: Check current call
- Academie des beaux-arts: Program-specific
- Open Call 2-12: Rolling/annual
About the Cite
The Cite internationale des Arts has been hosting international artists since 1965:
- Over 300 studios in Paris
- Artists from around the world
- Cross-disciplinary community
- Professional network building
How to Apply
- Visit citeinternationaledesarts.fr
- Identify appropriate program
- Review specific requirements
- Prepare application materials
- Submit during open call period
Related Resources
Last updated: December 2025. Always verify current details on the official Cite internationale des Arts website.