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Dates: Summer Term 26 April - 3 July 2027
The closing date for applications is 5pm GMT Thursday 19 November 2026. Residency dates are 26 April - 3 July 2027. The residency jury will meet late November 2026 to consider all applications, shortlisted candiates will be invited to interview via zoom on Thursday 3 December 2026, after which applicants will be told if they have been successful.
Applications are reviewed by a jury panel according to the following criteria:
• Clarity of artistic vision as articulated in the artist statement and work samples
• Persuasive evidence that the applicant is committed in purpose and practice
• Clear evidence that the artist works at a professional level in their field
• Clear indications of the significance and critical role that the residency will play in the development of the artist's project
• Willingness to work in an urban environment and make the most of the opportunities offered by the residency
• Preference may be given to artists from the US.
Please be aware artists who are from the UK or have studied in the UK are NOT eligible to apply. To be considered for the fellowship applicants must have completed post-graduate studies.
Please note residency applications will be held on the Royal Drawing School database for one year, after one year applications will be deleted.
If you have any questions regarding the residency or your application please contact: residencies@royaldrawingschool.org