The studios are located in the Collections Building and Bait Obaid Al Shamsi, both situated within walking distance of Sharjah Art Institute, Sharjah Art Museum and Al Mureijah Square. Together, these sites provide artists an opportunity to develop their practice within Sharjah's vibrant cultural community.

Studios in the Collections Building are located on the first floor and are accessible by stairs. In addition to private workspaces, artists will have access to a shared pantry and communal area, encouraging interaction and collaboration.

Bait Obaid Al Shamsi, a restored nineteenth-century heritage complex overlooking the creek, has served as a venue for artist residencies, workshops and cultural programmes since 2009. The complex comprises ground-floor studio spaces, residential apartments and a central courtyard, offering a distinctive setting for creative practice. Studios at this location are available for a three-month lease period.

Available spaces include, 2 medium studios (Collections Building) - 1,200 AED, 3 small studios (Collections Building) - 800 AED, 2 ground-floor studios (Bait Obaid Al Shamsi) - 1,000 AED.

As part of the application process, applicants are required to submit a portfolio of recent work along with a CV of no more than two pages. Application deadline is 10 September 2026, 11:59 pm UAE time (GMT+4).