Studio West Residency 2026: Programme for Early-Career Artists in London

Studio West & The Koppel Project


Closing: 9th March 2026

Studio West, in partnership with The Koppel Project, invites applications for a five-month, fully funded studio and mentorship programme at Koppel Heights, Elephant and Castle, running 1st April-31st August 2026. This opportunity supports artists within the first three years of professional practice, offering dedicated studio space alongside structured, practical mentorship aimed at strengthening and sustaining long-term arts careers.

Residents receive a studio within Koppel Heights (a 70,000-square-foot creative hub) with daily access 8am-12am, all heating, electricity, Wi-Fi covered, and lift access. The mentorship programme, led by Founder Caroline Boseley and invited art world professionals, covers developing artistic practice, writing and speaking about work, social media strategy, connecting with galleries, contracts, pricing, sales, and business guidance. Additional benefits include networking opportunities, introductions to collectors and gallerists, social media promotion throughout the residency, and informal guidance from Caroline Boseley.