Open Call
Artist in Residence 2026

In 2026, Maastricht University will celebrate its 50th anniversary and the Hustinx Foundation, established with the aim of promoting the arts and sciences in Maastricht, will celebrate its 65th anniversary. That is why we are joining forces and offering two artists a unique opportunity to reside at the university for a month.

We are looking for artists who are curious and eager to be inspired by the wide range of research offered by the university. Whether you are interested in gravitational waves, macroeconomics, European culture, human rights, the functioning of the brain, biochemistry or one of the many other research areas at UM, we are curious to see what you, as an artist, will do with this knowledge.

Will you translate it into images, an experience or rather into text? All proposals are welcome; the two proposals that spark our curiosity and that we can match to a scientist will be rewarded with a working period and a presentation during the PAS Festival in September 2026.

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• Application deadline: 1 February 2026
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About the residency

Artists from all disciplines, such as musicians, theatre makers, visual artists and writers, are invited to take part in a one-month research residency at Maastricht University. The residency offers an environment where artistic and academic research meet, allowing new forms of knowledge, imagination and reflection to emerge.

During the residency, artists have the opportunity to work within the university community, engage with researchers, students and lecturers, and create new work inspired by a field of study at UM. The result may be a performance, intervention, presentation, installation or other experimental format, depending on the nature of the research.

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Aim of the residency

• To stimulate exchange of knowledge and ideas between artistic and scientific practices.

• To provide space for developing or deepening the participant's artistic practice within a scientific context.

• To contribute to the visibility of art and artists within the university.

Who can apply

Professional artists who are interested in interdisciplinary research and dialogue with scientists within an university. Experience with research-oriented work is an advantage, but not required. To be eligible for this residency, you must be a resident of Limburg or have a demonstrable connection with Limburg.

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‍What we offer

• A match between your research proposal and scientists from one of the faculties, with the aim of promoting knowledge exchange and access to scientific practice.

• Guidance with the above and support with research and organising presentation opportunities.

• A stipend of €3,000, including VAT.

• A production budget of up to €1,000, including VAT.

• The residency provides a working period, but not accommodation.

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What we ask for

• A short proposal (max. 1,000 words) explaining the research idea, describing the connection between art and science, and outlining how you plan to organise your time.

• A CV and portfolio (max. 10 pages).

• Proposal for collaboration with specific research groups, themes or faculties within Maastricht University (www.maastrichtuniversity.nl).

• An initial idea for a result to be presented (e.g. artwork, performance, report or workshop) in one of the Maastricht University buildings in the city centre during the Pleasure, Art & Science Festival (www.pasmaastricht.nl) on the first weekend of September 2026. We assume that you will be available that weekend.

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Selection procedure

A committee consisting of representatives from Maastricht University and the Hustinx Foundation will assess the submissions based on:

• Artistic quality.

• Relevance and originality of the research proposal.

• Potential for dialogue between art and science.

• Feasibility.