Chateau Orquevaux's Artists in Residence open call for 2019 extends an invitation to creative practitioners from a broad spectrum of disciplines to undertake a residency in the rural setting of Shtraklevo village, Bulgaria. The program is designed to support focused work and cross-disciplinary exchange, accommodating visual artists, writers, composers, curators, designers, and researchers, among others. With a rolling deadline, applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, allowing for flexible planning. The residency provides space and time for independent projects, without financial support; artists are responsible for their own funding, travel, and living expenses. This structure places the onus on applicants to secure external grants or personal resources, a common reality for many international residencies. The absence of funding does not diminish the potential value of the experience: the program offers a retreat-like environment conducive to concentration and dialogue. Curatorially, the residency favors interdisciplinary and socially engaged practices, as evidenced by the inclusion of fields such as social practice, sound art, and culinary arts. The setting in Shtraklevo village suggests an immersion in local culture and landscape, which may inform site-specific or research-driven work. Artists seeking a self-directed residency with a diverse cohort will find this opportunity aligned with their needs.