Chateau Orquevaux, an organization with a distinct presence in the international residency circuit, extends an open call for its VIR Viafarini-in-residence program in Milan. This opportunity is situated within a city renowned for its complex interplay of historical and contemporary cultural forces, offering a potentially fertile ground for artistic production and dialogue. The residency is designed for visual artists working across a broad spectrum of disciplines, from traditional media to interdisciplinary and social practices. The program does not provide funding, and the fee structure remains unspecified. Artists are expected to secure their own financial support, a common reality in the residency landscape that necessitates careful planning. In return, participants gain access to the infrastructure and network associated with VIR Viafarini-in-residence, an established entity in Milan's art scene. The residency's value lies in its location and the potential for immersion in a dynamic urban context, rather than in material provisions. The curatorial vision, while not explicitly detailed in the provided information, can be inferred from the range of accepted genres: it appears to favor practices that engage with critical, conceptual, and spatial concerns, as well as those that intersect with broader social and technological dialogues. Artists working in book arts, performance, sound, and moving image, among others, are encouraged to consider how Milan's specific cultural and historical fabric might inform their work. This is not a residency for those seeking a retreat; it is an invitation to engage with a city as a living studio and a complex exhibitionary context.