" Lottozero | Textile Art Factory Residency "
Lottozero | Textile Art Factory Residency
A residency programme for textile practices in contemporary art in Prato, Italy
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Textile Art Factory is a residency programme for textile practices in contemporary art.
Developed by Lottozero in partnership with the Museo del Tessuto di Prato and Studio Corte 17, and supported by the Regional Programme Tuscany FSE+ 2021–2027, the project invites emerging artists and curators to explore the cultural and industrial heritage of the Prato textile district.
8 Italian-speaking artists and 2 curators, under the age of 36, will take part in a six-month residency focused on art, textiles, and the local territory.
Structured in two six-month residency cycles, the programme offers an immersive environment for non-formal learning, experimentation, and professional growth. Residents have access to Lottozero’s textile laboratory, the archives and collections of the Museo del Tessuto, and Studio Corte 17’s industrial heritage network, combining artistic production with technical expertise and cultural context.
The residencies include:
- Workshops and training on contemporary art, curating, and textile techniques;
- Mentoring and studio practice with local and international professionals;
- Collaborations with textile manufacturers and artisans of the Prato district;
- Public exhibitions and publications to share research outcomes.
INFO
AMOUNT
All residents will be hosted in our shared apartment, will have a working space in our studio, and will have full access to our textile lab. Each participant will receive a monthly stipend of 500 euros.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
December 31, 2025
ELIGIBLE COUNTRIES
ELIGIBILITY
- artists and curators under 36
- Italian-speaking (minimum level B1 to understand the lessons)
- not in formal education; and not employed full-time
APPLICATION DETAILS
For more information about the application process, please visit Lottozero's official website.
NOTE
*The calls that are listed on our website are shared for informational purposes and are sometimes subject to change. Please visit the organization's official open call website for up-to-date information.
DEADLINE
2025-12-31
TYPE OF SUPPORT
Public funding
FUNDING COUNTRIES
Italy