Aviário Studio's Coil Building Residency for 2027 offers a focused environment for ceramic practitioners to explore the coil building technique, a method that privileges patience, structural intuition, and the tactile intelligence of the hand. The residency is open to artists worldwide, with no application fee, and is designed for those who wish to deepen their engagement with this ancient yet endlessly variable process. In an era of rapid production, the studio's commitment to the coil method signals a curatorial interest in slowness, materiality, and the vessel as a site of both utility and sculptural inquiry. The program provides selected artists with dedicated studio space, access to ceramic facilities, and the time to develop a body of work without the pressure of a fixed outcome. While the residency does not offer a stipend or exhibition, its value lies in the gift of uninterrupted time and a supportive community of peers. Aviário Studio's ethos is one of experimentation and dialogue, and residents are encouraged to push the boundaries of coil building—whether through scale, surface, or conceptual framing. Artists working across the spectrum of ceramic practice—from functional pottery to installation and sculpture—are invited to apply. The jury will look for proposals that demonstrate a clear understanding of the coil technique and a thoughtful articulation of how the residency would advance the artist's practice. This is not a call for finished masterpieces but for rigorous inquiry and a willingness to engage with the material at hand.