ONE + ONE is a residency and exhibition program for international artists, jewelers, crafters, performers, filmmakers and designers who wish to explore Athens’ rich cultural life, traditions and opportunities, study ancient Greek jewelry collections, and present their work through SMCK Magazine's network.
ONE + ONE provides shared or single accommodation and studio space in central Athens for two artists who wish to share ideas and experiences, and present their work or project to an international audience. Participating artists can choose between:
A) an individual artist presentation in SMCK Magazine's online and print publication
B) the creation and submission of a video to the SMCK On Reel video festival
C) a special event or performance at the end of their residency in Athens.
The ONE + ONE residency program also includes a customized introduction into ancient and contemporary Greek culture (online introductory course + two guided visits at Unesco sites, museums and art venues), individual networking advice, tips on Athens' secret addresses, as well as advice for the realization of the artist's project.
Disciplines: Artists who work in the field of jewelry, object, design, sculpture, installation, performance, photography, textile art, ceramics, as well as crafters, art theorists, researchers, curators are encouraged to apply.
Application requirements: We accept applications from individual artists and from already existing artist duos. Artists must be at least 30 years old.
Residency duration: 14 days (13 nights). The residency period begins on Monday and ends on Sunday.
Residency fee: 950,00 EUR / paid by each artist in two installments. The fee includes all the above services, but it does not include travel fares, museums' and archaeological sites entry tickets, meals, artist material or tools.
Residency dates:
24 March – 6 April 2025
22 September to 5 October 2025
20 October to 2 November 2025
Email your application with cover letter introducing yourself and stating your incentive to participate in the ONE + ONE residency project. Include your bio/CV and website/blog or instagram or 6–8 images of your work.
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