Our programme is open to all new ideas, ways of thinking and working. We are interested in building collaborations and supporting the creation of new works or exhibitions! TYPA is an international institution and its residency appreciates the new viewpoints that come along with cultural exchange.

Although our main focus is international connections, we consider Estonian artists as well: we want to provide a platform to all, based on art over nationality.

We are always excited to see what projects can be born at the intersection of preserving our heritage and art creation. We encourage our artists in residence to experiment and be playful — we can help them bring their ideas to life!

We believe in finding sustainable approaches and adapting our ways of working in the face of a changing planet. We look forward to working with artists who share the values of our museum.

Accommodation takes the form of a modest apartment in the centre of Tartu. The apartment contains a double bed, private bathroom and shower, a kitchenette and desk space. The washing machine is shared between the two apartments. Partners are welcome, but the apartment is not large enough for a family.

Artists will have full access to a shared studio space, with a large table space, exposure unit, etching press, relief press, sink and use of shared equipment and inks. Experienced artists are free to use the equipment in the museum exhibition hall, bearing in mind that TYPA is open for visitors from Wednesday to Sunday and machinery is required in certain museum demonstrations or workshops.

Photos of the accommodation

The fees for the residency are 400 Euros per month which includes accommodation, use of the studio and equipment, technical support, exhibition space and promotion.

Specialized equipment, tools etc. will have to be purchased by the artist. However, we encourage the artists to discuss their needs with us, and we can see what arrangements can be made!

We will be able to provide artists with any written support for funding.

Artists are expected to work in a respectful manner, taking responsibility for their own safety and the safety of those around them, and keeping shared working areas clean.

The artist will be asked to make one public outcome during their residency time; this can take the form of an artist talk, an exhibition, open studio, workshop, etc. We also encourage the integration into Tartu’s creative community — through hosting artists dinners, tours and connecting artists to local events.