Te Tuhi presents the Iris Fisher Artist Studio Residency, a three-month studio residency for an emerging visual artist or collective to experiment, explore, and develop new work.
 

This residency is designed for emerging artists who demonstrate potential to contribute significantly to contemporary art in Aotearoa and beyond. Artists are not required to produce a final work or exhibition during the residency; the focus is on developing their artistic practice.
 

The Iris Fisher Artist Studio Residency offers:
→ Shared space in the Papatūnga Artist Studio at Te Tuhi in Pakuranga, Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, to work for 12 weeks with access 7 days from 9am-5pm (out of hours access to studio and resources by arrangement)
→ A total stipend of $15,000 (disbursed as $5,000/month for the 3 months the artist is in residence)
→ Mentorship and curatorial support from Te Tuhi’s team
→ Access to workshop and resources
 

Key Dates:
→ Applications Close: Monday 9 June 2025
→ Residency Period: 12 weeks (to be completed by the end of June 2026)

For more information and how to apply, visit Te Tuhi's website here.

The residency is generously supported by the Lou and Iris Fisher Charitable Trust.