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ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAMME 2027-2028｜Open Calls

Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden (KFBG) invites applications from artists, performers and writers whose practices engage with nature, sustainability and community. The residency offers time and space to develop new work within KFBG’s living landscape and to connect artistic practice with ecological awareness.

Residency at a glance

  • Residency duration: two to six weeks, depending on the proposal format.
  • Artists are expected to create new work during the residency and present it at KFBG.
  • Each selected artist should facilitate at least two workshops or public-facing programmes.

Residency focus

We encourage proposals that respond to biodiversity, conservation, habitat creation and the relationship between people and the natural environment. Interdisciplinary and site-responsive proposals are especially welcome. 

Location 

Nestled near Lam Tsuen in Tai Po, Hong Kong, KFBG is a hidden gem featuring nine kilometres of scenic roads winding through organic farming terraces, themed gardens and native forests, reaching heights of over 1,800 feet. We encourage artists to draw inspiration from nature, using diverse materials to create meaningful art that fosters dialogue around sustainability, nature and community.

Public engagement

The programme values artistic processes that are accessible to the public and that foster dialogue through workshops, performances or participatory formats. 

Selection Criteria

  • Artistic Merit (30%) — Assessment of creativity, originality, technical skill, overall quality of work, alignment with theme and interdisciplinary approach.
  • Community Engagement (25%) — Evaluation of workshop facilitation, public interaction and meaningful plans to involve local communities in the artistic process or final exhibition.
  • Proposal Feasibility and Clarity (20%) — Clear articulation of the proposal, including concept, medium, timeline, intended outcomes and realistic use of KFBG’s facilities.
  • Connection to KFBG’s Mission (15%) — Consideration of how well the proposal connects people to nature, supports ecological awareness, and demonstrates sustainability practices.
  • Experience and Qualifications (10%) — Review of artist statement, curriculum vitae, exhibition or performance history, and relevant past work involving community engagement or natural materials.

Residence Period
1 April 2027 - 31 March 2028

Eligibility

  • Local and international artists aged 18 and above
  • Proficient in spoken Cantonese and/or English
  • Proposals must align with KFBG's mission and vision
  • Passionate about public engagement
  • Open-minded and authentic in their practice

Application Materials

Please submit the following materials:

  • Personal information
  • Language proficiency
  • Artist statement
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Residency proposal
  • Expectations and contributions to the residency
  • Up to 10 images of artwork (labelled with English titles)
  • Links to artist’s website or up to three video/sound clips

Support Offered

Selected artists will receive financial support for artwork creation, reimbursed during or after the residency. KFBG will cover the promotion costs for workshops and exhibitions.

Important Dates

  • Call for Artists: 1 August - 1 November 2026
  • Deadline for Entries: 1 November 2026
  • Interview: 16 November - 31 December 2026 

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview in person or via Zoom.

  • Result Announcement: 25 January 2027

Application

Please submit your application materials by email to Ms Alice Lam at alice.lam@kfbg.org between 1 August and 1 November 2026. Applications submitted before or after this period will not be processed.

We will send an acknowledgment email within two weeks of receiving your application. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further. Thank you for your understanding.

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