3-MONTH ACHTERHAUS ARTIST RESIDENCY GRANTS 2027

For international visual artists living outside Germany

Achterhaus Ateliergemeinschaft e.V., Hamburg, Germany

Applicants may apply for one of the following residency periods:

• January – March 2027

• April – June 2027

Application deadline:

September 1, 2026

About the Residency

The studio collective Achterhaus Ateliergemeinschaft e.V. offers two fully funded three-month residencies for one visual artist or one artist duo. The residency is supported by the Ministry of Culture and Media Hamburg.

The program provides time and space to develop artistic projects in a focused working environment, a monthly stipend, and opportunities to connect with local artists and Hamburg’s vibrant art scene.

Founded in 2013 by 36 artists, Achterhaus Ateliergemeinschaft is located in the former administrative building of a wallpaper factory in Hamburg’s Bahrenfeld district. The building comprises 25 artist studios and one residential apartment. Situated in a neighborhood undergoing significant transformation, shaped by both industry and residential development, the collective not only provides affordable studio space but also fosters collaboration and exchange across artistic disciplines.

Applications are open to:
Visual artists working in all disciplines
Artists residing outside Germany

Please note:
Students are not eligible to apply.

What the Residency Includes:

Rent-free apartment for three months
one bedroom/living room
one studio/workroom
bathroom
kitchenette
Travel reimbursement (arrival and departure) of up to €1,000
Monthly stipend of €1,000
Personal support from a member of Achterhaus Ateliergemeinschaft e.V.

Application Documents

Please submit one single PDF (maximum 5 MB) containing:

CV / Résumé
Including your contact details, education, and an overview of your artistic career.

Letter of Motivation (maximum one A4 page)
Please explain why you would like to participate in the residency and indicate your preferred residency period:
•  January – March 2027
•  April – June 2027

Portfolio (maximum 20 pages)

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted by email only. Please send your application as one PDF file (max. 5 MB) to:
achterhaus.hamburg@gmail.com

Application deadline:

September 1, 2026

Applications will be reviewed by a jury consisting of resident artists and former guest artists. All applicants will be informed of the results by early October 2026.

Studio Apartment

The residency apartment measures 55 m² and is located on the ground floor.

It consists of:
Studio: 22 m²
Bedroom: 21 m²
Bathroom and kitchen: 10 m² (combined)

Both main rooms have large windows providing ample natural light.

The apartment is the only residential space in the building. All other rooms are artist studios and are generally used only during daytime hours.

Photos of the apartment are available at:
https://achterhaus-ateliers.de/about/

Amenities:

Double bed (140 × 200 cm)
Chairs, coffee table, lamps
Bedding and towels
Washing machine and drying rack
Shelving and wardrobe
Work table and sideboard
Cleaning supplies
Fully equipped kitchenette (pots, pans, dishes, glasses, cooking utensils, basic ingredients)
Dining table and chairs
Kitchen towels
Free Wi-Fi
Stereo system
Bicycle
Basic tools