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Luster Mikromakeri offers residencies on both invitation and Open calls. 

Open Call residency
4–17 May 2026

Deadline for application 15 February 2026

Info and application here

At the very end of one of the world’s longest fjords, thinkers, artists and mountaineers have long found space for creativity and reflection. With Luster Mikromakeri, we aim to continue this tradition and serve as a meeting point for arts, crafts and new experiences in Western Norway.

Through the residency program, artists working within various craft disciplines are invited to develop ongoing projects or research at Luster Mikromakeri.
Workspaces are available for woodwork, textiles and ceramics, as well as access to the barn, outdoor areas and a small studio that also functions as accommodation. Each workshop belongs to a local craftsperson who opens their space to artists in residence.

Residencies take place both by invitation and through open calls. The open call is usually announced in January. Solo residencies, duo residencies and group residencies of up to three people are welcome to apply.



Studios/Ateliers
Woodwork
– (more information coming)

Textiles / weaving
- Glimåkra countermarch floor loom (150 cm)
- Öxabäck countermarch floor loom (150 cm)
- Glimåkra countermarch floor loom (100 cm)
– Glimåkra standard (70 cm)
– Bernina sewing machine
– Warping wheel Ø300 cm

Extra tools such as scissors, warm air heater, measuring tape ...

Ceramics
– Wheel, Shimpo RK3E
- 200 l electric klin

Extra tools such as hand tools, warm air heater, dryer, sanding, diamant plate ...

Contemporary Circus
- Studio: 7x15 meters, wooden floor (with 4,5 meters to the ceiling at the highest point)
- Dance mats 
- PA system with two speakers
- Possibility to blind the light
Materials
The material used under the stay must be brought or shipped by the resident artist before the residency begins.
Accommodation
Luster Mikromakeri collaborates with Sperlebakken, a small-scale local farm run by two of the studio artists. Artists in residence are invited to stay in the clay hut, a simple, quiet and carefully designed living space. Bathroom and kitchen facilities are located in the main house and shared with the farm owners.

Sperlebakken is situated approximately 15 minutes on foot / 5 minutes by bicycle from the workspaces at Luster Mikromakeri.

Community involvement
During their stay, artists are required to share their work with the local community in ways that feel relevant to their process. This may take the form of performances, conversations, workshops, lectures or open studios.

Duration
The residency duration ranges from 2 to 4 weeks.
How to applyAn open call for residencies is posted annually in January for the following spring. Updates on additional thematic residencies are shared via our social media and newsletter.

Activities in Luster and the region
Great hiking possibilities, beautiful nature in walking distances. Ask us for tips!

Food and drinks
- Lustrabui
- Skjolden Hotel
- Bøtun
- Jostedal Hotel
- Breheimsenteret
- Walaker Solvorn
Sports and relaxation
- Lustrabadet
- Sauna (included in your stay)
- Gym