Writing residency
from March 09 to April 24, 2026
1 literary residency of 2 months to begin a fictional work on the sub-theme “Female myths”, using AI.
About
About the residence
As part of its activities, the publishing house Recognition is joining forces with Rocabella to offer three authors selected for their artistic project and their literary universe, a unique time for creation and reflection, at the heart of a multidisciplinary residence facing the Mediterranean.
Taking advantage of an exceptional creative and natural environment, these artists will be able to exchange, dialogue, cross their work with those of other artists in residence, and thereby extend the field of their imagination.
Theme of the stay, artistic line
The March-April literary residency at La Rocabella is part of the theme of “Guardians of the Sea/Mediterranean”. Artists are therefore encouraged to be inspired by exceptional female figures, scientists, activists, professionals in water sports, sports, fishing... who have worked or are working to protect the Sea/Mediterranean.
Artistic intentions
Bringing out structuring stories from the natural and artistic environment
Objectives
- Tell and highlight the story of secondary female characters
- Offer artists a free and demanding creative space
Session
March 9 — April 24, 2026
The session welcomes 3 authors, selected for their artistic quality and their literary universe.
Residents
FAQ
What is the duration of the residency?
Depending on the themes, a residency can last from one week to several months, which gives participants enough time to immerse themselves in the environment and carry out their projects successfully.
Who can participate in a residency?
The residency is open to artists and researchers aged 21 and over and of all levels of experience. Priority is given to those who wish to exchange with their peers or with other creatives from other disciplines. The selection is based on an application file, which includes a project proposal, a portfolio and a statement of interest. A panel of competent experts reviews all applications.
Are there any costs associated with the residence?
All essential expenses are covered: accommodation, full board, housekeeping, consumables, round-trip transportation, as well as access to shared tools and spaces required for collective projects. Residents remain responsible for their personal expenses and any specific costs related to their individual projects. An artistic grant is also awarded to support each residency.
Does the residency include coaching or mentoring?
Each residence is specific. Depending on the themes, participants can have access to personalized coaching and mentoring from renowned experts in their field. Storytelling and pitch training workshops are also often included in programs to help residents better value their work.
Are international applications welcomed?
We welcome applications from around the world for a portion of our residencies. The diversity of perspectives is highly valued in our program and the common language is English.
Please consult the specific residences to see which are in French and which in English.
Are-the residents alone on site ?
During the winter residency periods, Rocabella focuses on its artist-in-residence program.
What is a creative residency in La Rocabella?
Artistic residencies are periods during which artists and creators come to work on their projects around a specific theme. Residents are supervised by a specialist mentor and can benefit from advice from professional artists or specialists to enrich their creative activity.
