Chika Anadu & Tobias Madison at Lago Mio in summer 2019

Chika Anadu & Tobias Madison at Lago Mio in summer 2019

16. May 2019

In March, Lago Mio was inaugurated by artist Johannes Willi, and from July the new residency in the old town of Lugano will open its doors to the next guests. After extensive discussions of the 112 applications, the Jury (Elise Lammer, Giovanna Silva, Benedikt Wyss) decided to invite London-based Nigerian filmmaker Chika Anadu, and Swiss artist Tobias Madison, who currently lives in New York. We chose two artists who will hopefully enrich each other through their practices in socially-engaged filmmaking. The resulting exhibition will take place at the beginning of September. Details will be announced soon. learn more...


13. February 2023

Lago Mio artist residency is taking a break in 2023. Until further notice, we do not offer residences. …mehr

12. August 2022

On Thursday, August 18, starting at 7 pm, we want to celebrate with you! Together with the resident artists Mohamed Harb, Mia Sanchez and Gaia Del Santo, and our partners Pro Helvetia – Swiss Arts Council and Sonnenstube Offspace we in …mehr

20. April 2022

Lago Mio summer residency Residency: 18 June – 17 August 2022 Application deadline: May 8 Selection date: May 15 The Lago Mio Lugano artist residency invites all Fine Arts students from Swiss art schools to apply for a two-month summer …mehr

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