The City of Chur is offering a fellowship for a studio residency in Buenos Aires from July through December 2027. Artists and cultural professionals from Chur or with close ties to the city may apply by September 20, 2026.

The Cities’ Conference on Culture (SKK), of which the city of Chur is a member, operates an artist residency in Buenos Aires. Three artists from different Swiss cities live and work together in the studio house for six months, which promotes exchange and community life. From July 1 to December 31, 2027, the studio is reserved for a cultural artist from Chur or with close ties to the city of Chur. The studio rent is funded by the SKK and the city of Chur. In addition, a grant totaling 11,000 Swiss francs is provided to help cover living expenses.

Overseas Studio in Buenos Aires
Extended stays abroad allow artists to focus entirely on their work, gain new perspectives, and further develop their artistic practice. Buenos Aires offers ideal conditions for this: The Argentine metropolis brings together many contrasts, such as tradition and modernity, or colonial heritage and urban life. The SKK studio is located in the historic harbor district of La Boca, an important center of tango culture and home to the soccer club Boca Juniors, where Diego Maradona also played. This traditional working-class neighborhood is known for its colorful corrugated-iron houses—especially along Caminito—as well as for its vibrant art and culture scene. As in many large cities, it is advisable to avoid certain streets—particularly in the evening—for safety reasons.

Application
Applications must be submitted to the Cultural Affairs Office by email at kulturfachstelle@chur.ch no later than September 20, 2026. In addition to a letter of motivation, applicants must provide personal information, details of their previous work, and a description of the planned project during the studio residency. Applicants must also confirm that they will have exclusive use of the studio for the entire duration of the residency.

The City Council will decide on the award based on the recommendation of the Cultural Commission. The decision will be made in October 2026.


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