Gerador - Portugal
Application Deadline - 24/05/2026

Set within one of Lisbon’s most distinctive cultural venues, the residency invites authors, creators, artists, and researchers from different fields to develop site-specific work in dialogue with the spaces, atmosphere, and daily life of the Goethe-Institut. Housed in the remarkable Valmor Palace, the institute offers a layered environment where historical architecture, cultural activity, and public use intersect, creating a strong setting for artistic experimentation and public engagement.

Applicants are invited to propose an intervention for one of three designated areas within the Goethe-Institut building:

Intervention Areas
● Glass in the cafeteria – a highly visible area in one of the most frequented parts of the building, where people gather throughout the day to eat, study, work, and spend time. It is also located near the entrance to the Auditorium.
● Wall on the staircase leading to the cafeteria – a prominent wall in a transition area used daily by visitors moving between different parts of the Valmor Palace, including the cafeteria, the Library, and the outdoor garden.
● Garden wall and fence – an outdoor intervention area located in the garden of the Valmor Palace, surrounding one of the terrace spaces and remaining visible both to those using the area and to people passing through it.

The residency programme is structured around three main phases:

Programme Phases
● Initial design and production phase – after selection, artists will be given a defined period to further develop their concept and begin production. During this phase, follow-up meetings will be held with Gerador.
● Artistic residency – the residency will last 7 working days and will support the final development of the selected works. The residency should include interaction with the local community and will culminate in the presentation of an output as part of the Artistic Journey Showcase.
● Exhibition – from 6 October to 1 November 2026, the works developed during the residency will be presented in a collective exhibition at the Goethe-Institut in Lisbon, alongside five works created by local artists.

Who Can Apply
The call is open to authors, creators, artists, and researchers from different disciplines. Eligible applicants include non-Portuguese nationals living in Portugal, as well as residents of other European Union countries or other countries covered by the Creative Europe Programme.

Important Dates
● Applications open on 10 April 2026 and close on 24 May 2026, at 20:00 GMT.
● Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 5 June 2026, with online interviews taking place until 26 June 2026.
● Selected artists will be announced on 30 June 2026.
● The artistic residencies will take place over 7 working days between 31 August and 25 September 2026.
● The final exhibition will run from 6 October to 1 November 2026.

Support Package
● Author fee: EUR 1,300 gross, taxes included.
● Materials and production budget: up to EUR 400, subject to prior approval by Gerador.
● Accommodation in Lisbon during the residency period.
● Meals provided by Gerador during the residency.
● Workspace: a 25 m² room available for use during the residency period.