18 September – 3 October 2026, Daugavpils, Latvia
The Rothko Museum invites artists to apply to the “Mark Rothko 2026” International Painting Symposium – a vibrant creative forum organized in the museum’s residency framework.
Held annually in Rothko’s birth month, the symposium honors the artist’s legacy in the city of his childhood. Now well into its third decade, this vibrant creative forum has become a cultural landmark, placing Daugavpils firmly on the global art map as a place of creative energy and exchange.
Rothko’s work continues to resonate with urgency and relevance. His painterly language – layered, meditative, charged with philosophical depth – remains a touchstone for artists worldwide. This enduring influence draws hundreds of applicants to Daugavpils each year, eager to immerse themselves in the city’s unique atmosphere, engage in cross-cultural dialogue, draw inspiration from Rothko’s timeless legacy and the original works on display at the museum, and create new pieces for the symposium exhibition and the museum’s collection.
When and where: Rothko Museum, Daugavpils, Latvia, September 18 through October 3, 2026
Who can participate: 10 professional artists will take part. The selection will be competition-based, with the jury assessing submitted materials (application form, CV, and visuals).
Closing date: June 01, 2026