Space, time & creative practice6 open opportunities listedBoth region, China
About the residency
Sixi Museum is an independent, non-profit contemporary art institution with a global orientation, operating at the intersection of artistic production, research, and public engagement. Founded on the belief that meaningful art emerges from sustained inquiry rather than spectacle, the museum has developed a residency program that prioritizes process, experimentation, and critical dialogue over finished outcomes. Its curatorial framework is deliberately porous, inviting artists to test ideas across disciplines—from moving image and sound to social practice and text—without the pressure of immediate exhibition. The museum’s ethos is one of hospitality and rigor: residents are given time, space, and intellectual companionship, not merely a studio and a deadline.
Applicants should approach the Sixi AiR open call with a clear sense of what they wish to investigate, not what they wish to produce. Proposals that articulate a genuine research question or a process-driven inquiry are favored over those that promise a finished exhibition. The selection committee looks for evidence of critical reflection, an awareness of context, and a willingness to engage with peers across disciplines. Practical details: applications are accepted via the museum’s online portal; there is no application fee; and the residency provides accommodation, a modest stipend, and access to shared facilities. Given the program’s emphasis on dialogue, applicants are encouraged to specify how they might contribute to and benefit from a communal environment. Deadlines are firm, and late or incomplete submissions are not considered.