Who can apply to Elles & Cité Residency Program?

Open to women photographers of all nationalities, without age limit. Must have at least 10 years of professional practice in photography. Must reside in France (mainland or overseas), but outside the Île-de-France region. Must not be represented by a gallery located in Paris.

What does Elles & Cité Residency Program offer?

Monthly living allowance of €2,000 net, author's rights assignment for €800 gross, research and production aid of €1,500, reimbursement of round-trip transport costs between home and Paris, artistic and professional support, networking, critical text on laureate's work, studio-apartment.

When is the application deadline?

The deadline is 30 August 2026.

Residency

Elles & Cité Residency Program

Name: Elles & Cité Residency Program
Start: 2026-07-06
End: 2026-08-30
Location: Paris, France

Cité internationale des arts · Paris, France

Deadline: Aug 30
Award: Monthly living allowance of €2,000 net, author's rights assignment for €800 gross, research and production aid of €1,500, reimbursement of round-trip transport costs between home and Paris, artistic and professional support, networking, critical text on laureate's work, studio-apartment.
Entry fee: Free
Eligibility: Open to women photographers of all nationalities, without age limit. Must have at least 10 years of professional practice in photography. Must reside in France (mainland or overseas), but outside the Île-de-France region. Must not be represented by a gallery located in Paris.
Location: Paris, France

Discipline

Photography

About

The Cité internationale des arts, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture and with the support of the Neuflize OBC Corporate Foundation and ADAGP, launched a research and creation residency program dedicated to mid-career women photographers. This program aims to provide a new professional springboard by offering six women photographers per year a three-month residency in Paris. Laureates receive financial support, professional guidance, networking opportunities, and a studio-apartment.

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Who can apply to Elles & Cité Residency Program?: Open to women photographers of all nationalities, without age limit. Must have at least 10 years of professional practice in photography. Must reside in France (mainland or overseas), but outside the Île-de-France region. Must not be represented by a gallery located in Paris.
What does Elles & Cité Residency Program offer?: Monthly living allowance of €2,000 net, author's rights assignment for €800 gross, research and production aid of €1,500, reimbursement of round-trip transport costs between home and Paris, artistic and professional support, networking, critical text on laureate's work, studio-apartment.
When is the application deadline?: The deadline is 30 August 2026.
Is there an application fee?: No — applying is free.

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