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ARTIST RESIDENCY: Martignano, Italy

Posted on September 21, 2010 by R.L. Gibson

GIMME S’MORE TIME

Recharging your batteries or becoming inspired…sometimes you just need some time away. I am planning a short weekend jaunt to a neighboring mountain town to sit around a campfire, roast s’mores and act like a tourist. I simply can’t wait…just a few days away from reality to get in touch with my inner dreamer again…the one that believes all things in life are possible.

If you need more than just a weekend away, check out this Italian Residency opportunity brought to you by the Martingnano International Residency for Artists. Treat yourself to submersion in the culture and experience of a community that nurtures art and artists.

ITALIAN ARTIST RESIDENCY OPPORTUNITY!

Martignano International Residency for Artists – MIRA, supports international artists and promotes the cultural exchange between artistic disciplines and international experiences. At MIRA they have created a pristine environment exclusively for the interaction of the artists and their work needs.

Their institution offers 4 furnished rooms, 3 with private bathrooms, which serve as living spaces. They are all adapted with work desks for the artists to be able to create also in the comfort of their room.

The grounds are divided between 2 buildings, one having the main shared work studio, and the other permitting the artists to work freely throughout the house in order to create wherever they feel more at ease.

They assist the artists as much as possible in order for them to concentrate solely on their creating. Once a month they organize an open house in which they invite local artists and the surrounding community in order to further promote the cultural exchange between the artists and their adopted home.

Also, they are fortunate enough to be sponsored by the Comune of Martignano who have kindly donated the gallery installations at the Palazzo Palmieri, every two months, in order for their artists to have an exhibition.

Artists, critics, press and the community at large are invited to attend. If funds permit, a brochure is printed to document the exhibition.

Studios are available from one to six month periods. They have found that one month is barely enough to arrive and adapt, let alone create and exhibit.

For stays of longer than three months, the options for those non European Community Citizens are to either leave the Schengen Zone and return, or applying for an extension on the tourist visa. Please check ahead with your local embassy, and they will check on their side.

There is a monthly fee charge of between 700 and 900 Euro depending on the room chosen.

This money goes solely to the maintenance and continuous improvement of what they can offer to their attending artists. MIRA does neither cover living / material nor travelling expenses, although they will be there to greet you either at Brindisi International Airport or the train station at Lecce, and their driver will take to the airport again at the end of your residency.

For full details, visit the MIRA residency website!

ARTIST RESIDENCY: 3331 Arts in TOKYO

Posted on August 24, 2010 by R.L. Gibson

INSPIRATION IN GROUPS

Many of you seemed to love the idea of finding new inspiration in Barcelona with a Residency sponsored by homesession.org. What about finding inspiration as a group? I don’t mean a collaborative group necessarily…

What about that group of you out there that are fighting for the arts in your community, or a group of friends separated by life (and miles) that need a chance to reconnect…to art and each other?

Check out this Call for Submissions for those interested in an Artist Residency in Tokyo sponsored by 3331 Arts Chiyoda. Anyone can apply, but they encourage groups of 2 to 5 artists. 3331 Arts Chiyoda is a newly-launched arts and cultural center in the heart of Tokyo. Maybe their new beginning can be a part of your renewal.

CALL for SUBMISSIONS:
3331 Artist & Curator Residence TOKYO

3331 Arts Chiyoda is launching a new residency program open to artists, curators and creative practitioners internationally. With a full range of facilities including accommodation, studio and gallery, creative practitioners have the exceptional opportunity to extend their artistic engagement in the heart of Tokyo.

Not only will artists be able to pursue their own individual research and practice, but they will be connected to the extensive network of Tokyo’s art scene through the hub that is 3331. With the energy of the electronics and anime haven of Akihabara right at one’s doorstep and the traditional cultures of downtown but a stone’s throw away artists will be able to experience all aspects of this kaleidoscopic city from this convenient base.

Artists are not only able to spend time in Tokyo, but are able to create work onsite and then finally exhibit what they have developed during their stay, in the distinct setting of 3331 Arts Chiyoda. They are pleased to be able to offer these facilities to artists who can contribute to the diverse creative expressions of this cosmopolitan metropolis and engage its inhabitants in new ways.

They particularly encourage applications from galleries, museums, universities, and arts organizations. They also welcome approaches from individual artists; however, they recommend that artists consider applying in groups of 2-5. Please note that 3331 is unable to offer financial support to artists in residence in this program.

The facilities are ideal to be shared between a group of 3 artists, and can accommodate a maximum of 5 artists if so required. In order to apply for this program please download the application form from the website www.3331.jp/news/en/residency/ and send it with the relevant supporting material to info@en.3331.jp.

DEADLINE: For those wishing to use the residency facilities between November 2010-January 2011 please apply by 30th August 2010. For those wishing to use the residency facilities between February-June 2011 please apply by 19th November 2010.

If you have any queries please contact Emma Ota at info@en.3331.jp +81(0)3-6803-2441

For full information please visit: www.3331.jp/news/en/residency/

ARTIST RESIDENCY: Barcelona

Posted on August 16, 2010October 20, 2010 by R.L. Gibson

CREATIVE
SHELLFISH

Need a little inspiration? I turn to food, and I suspect that comes as a surprise to not a one of you. I miss paella de marisco —which ceased to be an option when my husband developed an allergy to shellfish…but I digress.

Instead of turning to seafood paella–which will only make your rear end larger and, if you’re like me, leave you feeling guilty–think Spain…no, really. Check out this opportunity for an Artist Residency Opportunity in the heart of Barcelona brought to you by the art lovers and supporters at homesession.org!

HomeSession: Artist Residency in Barcelona

Where? The flat is a modern loft situated in the center of Barcelona, just near Montjuic Park, 10 minutes walking from the historic center. The area is quiet, lively and “authentic”. There are 2 metro lines. It is a 92 square meter flat with two patios (+ 15 square meters each).

What? The idea of this residency is based on a real integration to local life: the artist shares the flat with the founders of the project: Jerome Lefaure and Olivier Collet. They receive artists for short residencies, up to one month. Of course, the artist has his own keys during his stay.

They have sets, tripods and spotlights for photography and provide support for local contacts, equipments and eventual research of performers, locations, materials. The residency is mainly dedicated to creation, but they often organize a presentation of the work, that makes for a greater interaction with the local art community.

Accomodation: Sharing a flat enables the artist to enjoy freedom as well as better integration with the local life and cultural scene. The private place for the artist is a closed alcove (5,5 Sq. m.) with a double sofa/bed, opening on the kitchen/living room. In the living room, a desk is reserved for the artist; Internet access is available in the whole flat.

Common equipment:
– broadband internet access
– kitchen, refrigerator, micro-wave, washer, oven, dining table chairs etc.
– bathroom, washing machine
– television, video, videoprojector, radio, CD player
– air conditioning / radiant floor heat

Residency as an interchange: They want the residency to be a real opportunity for the artist and are prepared to be a link toward spanish artists and the local artistic community, in terms of making possible collaborations, four-handed creations or artistic events depending on the artist’s interests. Open studio and gallery exhibitions are organized if possible during or at the end of the residency.

Conditions of the residency, fees and living expenses: Due to the limitations of the flat, they only provide residency to one artist each period. The residency is planned for a short period (maximum: one month), and it is possible for a same artist to apply for two residencies.

The do not charge any residency fees to the artists. As an interchange, they ask the artist to give them a piece of artwork at the end of the residency. The artist will also finance their own living expenses as well as the trip to Barcelona on their own.

Application: Please send a complete application form to: info@homesession.org

The application form should include:

– a resume in english, french or spanish
– a cover letter or description of a specific project in english, french or spanish
– 10 to 20 pictures of your artwork. For videos: < 6 Minutes

For more information, visit the Home Session website!

ARTIST RESIDENCY: Arrowmont

Posted on May 9, 2010 by R.L. Gibson

What could be better than a year of time with a studio, housing, a monthly stipend and professional development opportunities? …spending it in the Great Smoky Mountains, of course.

Applications for this residency are not due until February 2011, so you’ve got a little time to get prepared…but don’t procrastinate! Take a look at this opportunity from Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts is a nationally-renowned center of contemporary arts and crafts education. Workshops are offered for weekend, one and two week sessions from May through October each year.

From January through March classes are offered to children, youth and adults who live nearby and can attend in the evenings and on Saturday mornings.

Areas of study include: ceramics, fibers, metals/jewelry, painting, drawing, photography, warm glass, woodturning, woodworking, sculpture, and book and paper arts.

The public is welcome year-round to visit the school’s five galleries, resource center and book and supply store.

Artist residencies, assistantships, work-study, scholarships, community outreach, conferences and music programs contribute to Arrowmont’s mission of “enriching lives through art.”

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts Artist-in-Residence Program

The Arrowmont’s Artist-in-Residence program was established in 1991. The program provides early career, self-directed artists time, space and support to experiment and develop a new body of work in a creative supportive community environment of 160 rotating visiting workshop artists/instructors and hundreds of students. The Arrowmont Residency Program encourages early career artists who embrace community and enjoy working in a team environment to apply.

Five artists working in different media are selected annually to participate in the 11 month program which begins in mid June and continues through late May of the following year. Private studios, a monthly stipend, a furnished shared house on campus with private bedrooms and meals (during workshop sessions) are provided. Professional development opportunities are made available though funding and networking sources. At the conclusion of the program, Residents exhibit their work collectively in the Arrowmont main gallery.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PRORGRAM

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

The ideal candidate for the Arrowmont Residency Program is an early career, self-motivated individual able to work well independently and within a larger organization. The successful resident is eager to be involved with Arrowmont’s diverse existing program offerings such as workshops, conferences, community outreach and exhibitions. Candidates who enjoy the team spirit in working with staff, other residents and visiting artists/instructors are encouraged to apply. The five artists selected each year work in a variety of media which reflects the strength of Arrowmont workshop offerings and resources. The Arrowmont Artist-in-Residence Program is open to permanent residents of the United States.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit the following by February 1st
1. Complete application (click here to download)
2. Resumé
3. Personal statement addressing reasons why you want to be an Arrowmont Resident and your goals while at Arrowmont. Include any other personal information you feel best describes you and your work.
4. Twenty (20) digital images of your most recent work submitted on a CD. Label images with the title, medium, size and date executed. Images must be high quality JPEGs with a minimum resolution of 800×600 pixels at 300 dpi. An image identification sheet is also required with your submission. This sheet must include your name and contact information at the top of the page, followed by thumbnail images of all work submitted on the CD. Please note submitted CDs will not be returned.
5. 2 letters of recommendation (sent with application packet)
6. $25 nonrefundable processing fee. Make check payable to Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.

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For more information, visit Arrowmont’s page on How to Apply.

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