Fold
Micro-
Residency
2026
Rotations of dedicated studio time at Fold
19 January – 8 April 2026
Free for selected artists
Applications close 15 December
Signature
with support from
The Fold Micro-Residency gives artists the time and space to focus deeply on their practice within a working studio community. Across three months, participants will use Studio 5 (our large, shared desk space) to create, connect, and share.
This year’s theme, “Signature,” invites you to explore what defines your personal creative mark. Work-in-progress and portfolio pieces will be shown throughout, culminating in a final exhibition celebrating each artist’s distinctive style.
What’s Included
Dedicated workspace in Studio 5 (book in your time between 19 Jan – 8 Apr 2026)
Inclusion in work-in-progress displays and final exhibition
Access to Fold’s creative community and shared facilities
Promotion through Fold’s channels
No cost to artists (funded by Creative Communities)
Who Can Apply
Open to Canterbury-based artists working in any medium and at any age and stage of practice.
North Canterbury artists are especially encouraged, but visiting or international creatives are welcome to enquire.
Ideal for artists who:
Value a shared, community-driven environment
Are self-directed and committed to developing their practice
Can participate for a meaningful period within the residency timeframe
How to apply
Complete the Expression of Interest form below.
You’ll be asked to share a short artist bio, examples of your work, and a brief statement about how you’d like to use the residency.
For questions, email info@foldstudio.nz
Key dates
Applications close - 15 December 2025
Artists notified & schedule confirmed - 19 December 2025
Residency runs - 19 January – 8 April 2026
Exhibition opening - 9 April 2026
Exhibition runs - 10 April - 18 April 2026