MIRA
The MIRA program funds French and France-based artists and artisans for one-month international research residencies in writing and crafts/design to foster artistic development and collaboration.
Funder: Institut français
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application closing) | February 2027 (early closure if numerus clausus reached)
Funding Amounts: Typical grant: €4,000–€5,000 per project; 6–10 awards per category; 1-month international research residency.
Summary: Supports French and France-based artists and artisans with international research residencies in writing and crafts/design for projects abroad lasting at least one month.
Key Information: Separate calls for writing and crafts/design; applications may close early if maximum number of submissions is reached.
Description
MIRA (Mobilité à l'International de Recherche Artistique) is a program administered by the Institut français to support the international mobility of artists and artisans for research residencies. The program is open to French nationals and foreign artists who have resided in France for over five years. It offers two main tracks:
- MIRA Livre: For authors with writing projects requiring international research.
- MIRA Métiers d’Art: For artisans and designers seeking to develop creative projects abroad.
Residencies last a minimum of one month and must take place outside France. The program aims to foster artistic development, international collaboration, and professional growth, with a strong emphasis on supporting emerging talents and those not previously funded.
