Published 25 Jun 2025
Inside Dharamkot Studio’s Artist Residency: How to Apply and What to Expect
There’s a kind of quiet magic that happens when artists are given time, space, and silence. No deadlines. No expectations. Just a studio, a landscape, and the freedom to create.
“I spent five days at a pottery residency in Dharamkot in February 2025, where the studio overlooked the mountains and offered a calm, creative space.”
- Meghna, UK
Our artist residency is built on that spirit.
It’s not just about making work, it’s about listening to where you are, to what’s around you, and to the stories you carry. It’s about living slowly for a while, and letting your practice breathe.
Here’s a little glimpse into what it means to be part of our residency—and how you can apply.
Who Is This Residency For?
We welcome artists who are searching—curious, open, and ready to step into a slower rhythm. Whether you work in ceramics, sculpture, mixed media, movement, sound, or something in between, we’re most interested in people who are present in their process.
There are two types of residencies: Self-Funded Residency (open to artists across all disciplines) and Fully-Funded Residency (specifically for potters, ceramic artists, and art curators whose practice aligns with our studio philosophy).
You might be emerging or established, self-taught or academically trained. What matters is the sincerity of your voice, and the way your work holds space.
How to Apply
- A short artist statement (max 500 words)
- Your portfolio (5–10 recent works)
- A short proposal of what you hope to explore here
- A CV or some lines about your journey so far
- Optional but encouraged: two professional references (especially if applying for the fully-funded option)
You can email everything to: [email protected]. There’s no application fee. No pressure to pitch a “big” project. We’re looking for honesty, not polish.
What to Expect If You’re Selected
The Monsoon Artist Residency 2025 runs from July 4 to August 20, and you can stay for 1 to 3 weeks, depending on your pace and project.
You’ll have: A private room and bathroom, three fresh, nourishing meals a day, access to a fully equipped ceramic studio, high-speed Wi-Fi, strong mobile network, and time to walk, read, and simply be.
The residency is nestled in Dharamkot, a forest-lined village in Himachal Pradesh, just above McLeodganj. Think mountain views, pine trees, the sound of rain. Perfect for introspection and focused work.
You set your own rhythm—there’s no daily schedule. Some days you might glaze all morning, others you may wander the hills. It’s all welcome.
“I stayed at the residency for about three weeks in February 2025. It was a beautiful period of deep focus and calm that allowed me to be truly productive.”
- Irina, Russia
Fees & Support
Self-Funded Residency: ₹3,500/day + 18% GST (Includes accommodation, meals, studio access; materials extra)
Fully-Funded Residents: Receive accommodation, meals, studio access—and in some cases, further support depending on the proposal.
Partners are welcome for an additional ₹1,600/day (includes meals). Optional workshops can also be arranged.
What Will You Create Here?
That’s up to you.
Some artists come with a plan. Others arrive and let the landscape speak first. You might complete a full body of work, or walk away with something more internal—a shift, a new rhythm, a deeper way of looking.
Final Thoughts
This residency is a space to return to yourself. To the slowness of making. To the quiet work of paying attention.
We hold space for artists who want to create with care, who are okay with not knowing, who believe art doesn’t always need to be loud to be heard.
If that feels like you, we’d love to hear from you. Applications for the Monsoon Residency (July 4–August 20, 2025) are open now. To apply, email: [email protected]