Sant'Agata di Puglia, Italy
International Mural Residency in Sant’Agata di Puglia, Italy
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Municipality of Sant'Agata di Puglia
Sant'Agata di Puglia, Italy
Sant’Agata di Puglia: International Mural Art & Community Residency
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November 15, 2026
Disciplines
Visual Arts
Duration
The residency can last from 7 to 60 days, in accordance with Culture Moves Europe guidelines, depending on the artist’s preferences and project requirements.
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Minimum stay: 7 days
About this opportunity
The space
Sant’Agata di Puglia is a historic hilltop village in southern Italy, offering an inspiring setting for an international mural art project. The Municipality is considering making a wall in Via Risorgimento available for artists to create public artworks inspired by the village’s history, traditions, landscape and local identity. Artists will be encouraged to explore the village, meet residents and develop their mural concepts in dialogue with the local community. The project aims to connect contemporary art with local heritage and create lasting public artworks. Each artist will be assigned a section of wall measuring approximately 5 meters in length by 2 meters in height. The Municipality may provide an official invitation letter and contribute up to €300 per selected artist towards mural materials. Artists are responsible for developing their own projects and applying individually for Culture Moves Europe funding, subject to eligibility and approval. Please note that a dedicated art studio has not been confirmed, so artists should discuss their workspace needs with the host before making plans.
Surroundings
Sant’Agata di Puglia is a small historic village in the province of Foggia, Apulia, southern Italy. Its historic streets, traditional architecture, rural surroundings and panoramic views offer plenty of inspiration for artists interested in place-based art and cultural research. The village provides an opportunity to experience local life away from large tourist centres and discover the cultural identity of an authentic Italian community. Artists should plan their journey to Sant’Agata di Puglia in advance.
Life during a stay
During the project, artists will meet local residents, discover Sant’Agata di Puglia’s stories and traditions, and develop mural concepts inspired by the village and its identity. Community meetings will encourage participation and cultural exchange. We aim to welcome several international artists during the same period, creating opportunities for collaboration and a shared artistic experience. The project may conclude with a public presentation of the murals and the creative process. Travel, meals and accommodation: Artists are expected to cover their travel and living expenses through individual applications to Culture Moves Europe. The programme may provide a travel grant and a daily allowance to contribute towards these costs, subject to eligibility and approval. The host may help identify accommodation and meal options at agreed, discounted rates. European funding is not guaranteed, and artists should verify that their budgets are sufficient before confirming their stay. The Municipality may provide an official invitation letter and up to €300 per selected artist towards mural materials.
What the artist will do
We are looking for international visual artists, muralists, street artists and illustrators interested in public art, cultural heritage and community engagement. Selected artists will develop and create murals on a designated wall in Via Risorgimento, Sant’Agata di Puglia, inspired by the village’s history, traditions, landscape and local identity. Artists are expected to explore the village, meet residents, listen to local stories and involve the community in shaping their artistic concepts. We value creativity, cultural exchange, openness to collaboration and the ability to transform local stories into meaningful public artworks. Applicants should submit a CV, a portfolio of previous work and a short proposal explaining their artistic approach and how their project could connect with the local community. Artists must be eligible to apply individually for Culture Moves Europe funding. Selection does not guarantee a grant.
House rules
The residency can last from 7 to 60 days, in accordance with Culture Moves Europe guidelines, depending on the artist’s preferences and project requirements. We would prefer selected artists to work in Sant’Agata di Puglia during the same period, whenever possible, so they can share their experience, exchange ideas and inspire one another through collaboration and cultural dialogue.
Good to know
Who can apply? We welcome applications from international artists with an interest in mural art, public art, community engagement and cultural exchange. Interested artists should submit a CV and a portfolio of previous work for selection. We will assess artistic quality, the relevance of the proposal to the village and the artist’s willingness to engage with local residents. The Municipality may provide an official invitation letter, access to the designated wall in Via Risorgimento and up to €300 per selected artist for materials, subject to final arrangements. Artists interested in Culture Moves Europe must meet the programme’s eligibility requirements and apply individually. Selection by the local project team does not guarantee European funding.
Practical details
Duration
The residency can last from 7 to 60 days, in accordance with Culture Moves Europe guidelines, depending on the artist’s preferences and project requirements.
Program notes
During the project, artists will meet local residents, discover Sant’Agata di Puglia’s stories and traditions, and develop mural concepts inspired by the village’s identity. Community meetings will encourage participation, collaboration and cultural exchange. We aim to welcome several international artists during the same period, creating opportunities for collaboration and a shared artistic experience. The project may conclude with a public presentation of the murals and the creative process. Travel, meals and accommodation: Artists are expected to apply individually to Culture Moves Europe for financial support towards travel and living expenses, subject to eligibility and approval. The Municipality is working on an agreement with a local B&B to offer artists affordable rates for accommodation and meals. Final prices and availability will be confirmed before the stay. The Municipality may provide an official invitation letter and contribute up to €300 per selected artist towards mural materials. European funding is not guaranteed, so artists should confirm their budget before committing to the project.
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