Greece | Textile Waste Residency 2026
CrafTopia Creative Hub is calling for 5 visual artists to apply to the 30-day artist residency hosted in Thessaloniki, Greece, 15 October until 13 November 2026.
CrafTopia Creative Hub is a cultural and creative hub based in Thessaloniki with a mission in supporting artistic expression, learning, and community engagement through residencies, workshops, exhibitions, and collaborative projects.
Using sustainability as a core theme, this year’s residency is aimed at inspiring artists in working with textile waste sourced from industries operating in the same historic building as CrafTopia, emphasising the creative process over the final product. Participants will be encouraged to experiment and collaborate, using their artistic skills in innovative ways while working with mixed media, such as paper and textile.
Eligibility
Applicants must reside in eligible countries participating in the Culture Moves Europe programme.
Support
- Accommodation
- Shared working space
- Mentoring
- Networking opportunities
- Travel reimbursement
- Access to materials
- Administrative and logistical support
- A daily allowance
Material Dialogues Textile Waste Residency 2026 application guidelines
Deadline: 15 June 2026