- The grant period for this funding (€1,350 per month) will run from September 2026 to July 2027.
- The application window is open until Sunday 10 May.
- Applications must be submitted via email to convocatorias@bilbaoarte.bilbao.eus, stating in the subject line the type of grant applied for and the name of the applicant.
- The list of successful applicants will be published before 10 June.
(Bilbao, 7 April 2026). BilbaoArte, the Bilbao City Council’s Centre for Artistic Production, opens the application period today, Monday 7 April, for the “2026–27 Production Grants” scheme, aimed at supporting artistic projects through the provision of studio space at BilbaoArte.
A maximum of 11 grants are available, to be awarded to artists participating in mobility and exchange programmes, as well as guest artists at BilbaoArte. These grants are aimed at professional artists who can demonstrate and substantiate their track record and experience in the relevant field.
Applications must be submitted by email, sending the registration form and all other supporting documents to convocatorias@bilbaoarte.bilbao.eus, indicating in the subject line the type of grant being applied for and the name of the applicant.
The deadline for submitting applications is 10 May, and the list of successful applicants will be announced by 10 June. The grants will run from September 2026 to July 2027.
The current call for applications continues to increase the funding allocation in recognition of the artist as a professional within the art sector. Thus, each project will receive a gross monthly grant of €1,350 (€13,350 over 10 months), designed to enable artists to contribute to the National Insurance Scheme, with the consequent rights and obligations arising from this.
The production grant, combined with the facilities and resources made available (individual artist studio, access to the centre’s other infrastructure in its various production workshops, the possibility of accommodation, an advisory and support service, the opportunity to hold a solo exhibition, amongst others), is reflected in general conditions that allow for greater and better dedication to the development of their artistic practice.
KEY INFORMATION
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR “PRODUCTION GRANTS 2026–27” FOR THE REALISATION OF ARTISTIC PROJECTS THROUGH THE STUDIO HIRING SCHEME AT BILBAOARTE
Call for applications for 11 grants.
Three categories: Production Grants (up to a maximum of 9), Silver Grant (for those aged 50 and over), EHU Grant (for students of the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of the Basque Country).
Grant period: September 2026 to July 2027.
Application deadline: 10 May
Notification of selected projects: before 10 June
Applications via convocatorias@bilbaoarte.bilbao.eus, stating in the subject line the type of grant being applied for and the name of the applicant
Further information via this link
FOUNDATION
The BilbaoArte Fundazioa Foundation is an Arts Production Centre dedicated to the training, promotion and professional development of artists, offering time, space and resources to the artistic community. Building on its history and founding principles, BilbaoArte focuses its activities on supporting contemporary artistic production processes, enhancing the training and professional development of artists, generating knowledge and fostering a skilled artistic community.