Call for Submissions: Studio Residencies 2028-2029
It’s that time of year again—Eastern Edge’s Studio Residency call for submissions is open! We are now accepting proposals for self-directed residencies to take place at EE Studios. 🎉
Starting this year, Eastern Edge will begin programming 2 years at a time, and we will open our calls for submissions on a biannual basis. This means that this year we are seeking proposals for residencies that will run in 2028 and 2029. See details below!
Eastern Edge’s Studio hosts several artist residencies each year. Located in a creative hub set right on the harbour, our open-concept studio functions as an art studio, office space, event venue, and public arts library. Our island location provides a chance for artists to engage with our beautiful landscape, the unique culture of Newfoundland & Labrador, and our vibrant St. John’s art community. Typically lasting 6 weeks in duration, Eastern Edge residencies are artist-driven opportunities that allow artists time and space to develop their creative projects.
We are dedicated to cultural diversity in our programming, and encourage applications from artists, art collectives, and curators of diverse communities and backgrounds. We accept applications from local, provincial, national, and international artists and curators at any stage in their career. We strive to support the needs of our successful applicants, please do make us aware of any flexibility or supports you need that are not covered here.
Deadline to submit: September 14, 2026, 11:59pm NDT (Newfoundland Daylight Time)
What We Provide:
- 24 hr access to the open plan studio space for the duration of the residency.
- All resident artists are provided their own designated area. Please note up to three artists and a curator or writer may be working in the studio at any one time.
- An open working space where artists can engage with other visiting and local artists.
- Eastern Edge pays artist fees in accordance with the current CARFAC Fee Schedule under Category 1.* Artists in residence will be paid a fee of $2,247.*
- Artists in Residence will be offered the opportunity to give an artist talk or workshop for an additional fee of $563.*
- We offer a modest travel and accommodations stipend of up to $600.
- We encourage selected artists and curators to apply for additional travel and project funding if necessary. If required, the gallery will be pleased to assist with letters of support.
* We pay CARFAC category 1 as minimum for all our art programming. Fees will be amended to reflect the current year upon payment.
Click here to read the full Call for Submissions, which includes instructions on the application process, details on eligibility, examples of past Residencies, and a floor plan of the studio space. Please read the full call before applying!
Residency proposals will be reviewed by Eastern Edge’s Residency Programming Committee in November and December, with final selections being made in January 2027. Please be advised that incomplete applications will not be considered.
Any questions regarding submissions that are not addressed in the Residency Call for Submissions webpage (linked above) should be directed to our staff at easternedgegallery@gmail.com.