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OASis is a European project that brings together international authors with local communities. Promoted by Gerador in collaboration with the Goethe-Institut in Lisbon, OASis Lisboa is part of the European project OASis – Open Art Spaces in Synergy, which aims to create a network of open and free creative spaces, with the goal of reducing entry barriers to the art world. It involves 13 interdisciplinary spaces across 10 countries, supporting cultural centers that blend local practices with international exchange.
OASis Lisboa aims to strengthen the Goethe-Institut’s connection to the local community, with a special focus on people over 50 years old.. Therefore, until May 31, 2025, authors, creators, artists, and researchers from various fields are invited to submit proposals that encourage community involvement throughout the entire creative process, especially during the artistic residency.
Eligible applicants include non-Portuguese nationals residing in Portugal, as well as residents of other European Union countries or additional countries covered by the Creative Europe Programme .
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Fee for the author in the amount of 1.300 euros, including taxes.
Fee for purchase of material and production up to a maximum of 400 euros. Expenses for purchasing materials and production must be approved by Gerador before purchase.
Support for travel expenses up to a maximum of €300, upon presentation of a receipt.
Accommodation in Lisbon during the residency period. All meals will be provided by Gerador
Room with 28,8m2 for workspace during the period of residency.
Candidates for the artist residency program are invited to choose one of five intervention areas for their work, in the Goethe-Institut building in Lisbon. The international cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany is located in Lisbon, in the historic Valmor Palace, in Campo dos Mártires da Pátria, in an incredible space with a multifaceted atmosphere that you can take a look at here.
When you enter, this is the first area you come into contact with and the starting point for other areas of the building. It is located next to the reception and the stairs that lead to the cafeteria or the library and garden.
A place to meet around a table, whether for meals, studying or working. It is frequented by many people every day and is located next to the entrance to the Auditorium, where events are regularly held.
Where German culture and language meet among books, magazines, and newspapers in both German and Portuguese. This space for studying, working, and hosting events features individual work tables and sofas for relaxing.
An extension of the library, allowing the community to use the tables and chairs to read and work in a garden environment. Entry is exclusively through the library.
An oasis in the center of Lisbon, with a centuries-old dragon tree and exotic plants from Asia, Africa and South America, mixed with native vegetation. It has a café terrace and regularly hosts events.
Selected people will go through these three steps
After the projects are selected, the authors will have a set period to complete the concept development and begin production of their proposals. During this time, regular follow-up meetings will be held with Gerador.
The residency, lasting 5 working days, is intended for the final development of the selected projects. Activities during the artistic residency should include interaction with the local community and culminate in the presentation of an output to be shared at the Artistic Journey Showcase.
From November 12 to December 12, 2025, the works developed will be presented in an exhibition together with three other works created by local artists, in the various spaces of the Goethe-Institut in Lisbon.
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Applications closed on May 31st at 20:00 GMT.
The OASis project is made up of a network of 14 official partners and numerous associated organizations. Find out more here.
