Space, time & creative practice9 open opportunities listedUrban region, Nepal
About the residency
Kala Yatra Artist Residency is a peripatetic residency program that operates without a fixed geographic home, instead partnering with host institutions and communities across different regions to create context-responsive opportunities for artists. Founded on the principle that artistic practice is a form of journey—'yatra'—the residency emphasizes process, dialogue, and site-specific engagement over finished product. Its core mission is to support artists at pivotal moments in their careers by offering time, space, and critical exchange, while fostering meaningful connections between visiting artists and local cultural ecosystems. Each iteration is shaped by its host location, resulting in a diverse and evolving program that resists homogenization.
Spaces & residency media
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01Representative overview image of Kala Yatra Artist Residency
02Residency Campus / Studio
Residency opportunities
9 listed
Planning your application
Artists interested in Kala Yatra should first review the current open call carefully, as each residency has distinct themes, locations, and logistical parameters. Proposals should demonstrate a clear understanding of the host context and articulate how the artist's practice will engage with it in a meaningful, non-extractive way. The selection committee values process-driven approaches, so work samples and statements that reveal research interests, community involvement, and openness to collaboration are advantageous. Given the residency's itinerant nature, applicants should be prepared for a degree of unpredictability and should communicate their adaptability. It is advisable to reach out to past residents or attend informational sessions if available, to gain insight into the experience. Applications are typically accepted through an online portal, and deadlines are strictly enforced.