Residencies / Verified 7 September 2026
The Ou Gallery offers a 2-week funded residency on Vancouver Island including accommodation and studio space. Entry fee is $1534 USD, with deadline November 30, 2026. BIPOC artists receive 50% discount on the residency fee.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. November 30, 2026
“Applications accepted on a rolling basis.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. $1534 to apply
“$1534 entry”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. Funded residency (2 weeks accommodation + studio)
“Private bedroom in shared suite with wifi, hot water, heat, bedding, bathroom supplies, kitchen/bathroom access, patio/deck. 10'×20' private studio with work-tables, window, wall space, shared facilities (scanner, printer, darkroom, hand tools, easels).”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. 2 weeks, 3 weeks (February only), or 4 weeks.
Who can apply. Emerging and established writers, painters, photographers, textile and 2D artists. No explicit nationality or residency restriction stated. BIPOC artists eligible for 50% discounted 2-week residencies.
How they choose.
“Rolling applications; no selection criteria or judges explicitly stated beyond seeking 'self-directed, focused and kind' artists demonstrating commitment to their practice.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Members only
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