The Patina Art Residency is an annual award that celebrates emerging artists whose practice explores culture, sustainability and contemporary perspectives. Each year, one artist is chosen by an esteemed jury of art luminaries and invited to immerse themselves within a Patina destination, creating work inspired by its people, place and philosophy.

NOMINATE AN ARTIST

Each nominated artist should submit:

• Up to 3 existing works by email, with a statement of no more than 100 words on why this year's theme resonates with their practice
• A link to their wider portfolio (optional)

Submission deadline: 20 July 2026

WORK REQUIREMENTS

At least one submitted work must be on paper or canvas, framed, with maximum framed dimensions of 150 × 150cm. The work must be physically available in the UK for transport and display at the announcement event in October 2026. Transport, insurance and return of the work is at the artist's own cost.

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With more than a decade spent in dialogue with marine biologists and environmentalists, Shezad’s interdisciplinary practice connects art, science and environmental advocacy. His fascination with marine ecology and his exploration of hybrid thinking across both human and marine ecosystems aligns closely with the 2025 Theme, "Fluid Worlds", which invites artists to examine how boundaries shift and change, whether between cultures, ideas or elements.

During his residency, Shezad will undertake extended fieldwork at Patina Maldives, deepening his practice through direct engagement with the islands’ endangered reef systems, local coral researchers, and communities.