Textile Art Factory is a residency programme for textile practices in contemporary art.
Developed by Lottozero in partnership with the Museo del Tessuto di Prato and Studio Corte 17, and supported by the Regional Programme Tuscany FSE+ 2021–2027, the project invites emerging artists and curators to explore the cultural and industrial heritage of the Prato textile district.
8 Italian-speaking artists and 2 curators, under the age of 36, will take part in two cycles of six-month residency focused on art, textiles, and the local territory.
THE 2ND OPEN CALL FOR CURATORS is OUT!
The open call for curators is open until the 15th of May 2026
The second open call for artists will be launched on the 1st of May 2026.
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THE RESIDENCY PROGRAM
Structured in two six-month residency cycles, the programme offers an immersive environment for non-formal learning, experimentation, and professional growth. Residents have access to Lottozero’s textile laboratory, the archives and collections of the Museo del Tessuto, and Studio Corte 17’s industrial heritage network, combining artistic production with technical expertise and cultural context.
The residencies include:
Workshops and training on contemporary art, curating, and textile techniques;
Mentoring and studio practice with local and international professionals;
Collaborations with textile manufacturers and artisans of the Prato district;
Public exhibitions and publications to share research outcomes.
Meet the residents of cycle 1
We’re incredibly excited to announce the first group of winners of Textile Art Factory!
Over the next months, the 4 selected artists and the selected curator will learn, experiment, collaborate, and live together, immersing themselves in textile research, production, and exchange all while sharing our brand-new residency apartment in the heart of Prato.
THE ARTISTS:
Carmen Buonanno
Linda Ann Cipriani
Lorena Bucur
Nikola Filipović
THE CURATOR:
Ester Maria D'Avossa
Workshop with Elisabeth Gasbarre, Haute Couture embroiderer from Lyon, photo: Daria Efimova
WorkshopS and Classes
Textile Art Factory includes a rich program of workshops, classes, and hands-on training designed to expand both the conceptual and technical skills of the participants. Throughout the six-month stay the artists and curators take part in seminars on contemporary art, curatorial practice, and cultural project development, alongside practical textile training in Lottozero’s textile laboratory.
International artists, designers, and industry professionals lead intensive workshops on techniques such as weaving, natural dyeing, surface design, embroidery, embroidery, and other experimental textile practices.
