Applications

The Arts Centre is interested in a range of artists, representing various disciplines.  Of particular interest are artists who are keen to involve the Arts Centre site itself and the wider community in their practice. We are especially interested in artists who are willing to hold a public compnent to their residency such as exhibitions, performances, open studios, talks, workshops and classes. Resident artists should also be interested in collaborating with local practitioners where possible and practicable.

Residencies are open to artists from a broad range of disciplines (visual arts, dance, craft and object making, performance, filmmaking, creative writing and music). Artist selection may be by invitation and/or proposal. Proposals will be considered by the Arts Centre in conjunction with local artists and experts.

The due date for consideration for 2011 residencies is July 31st. Artists will be informed of the outcome of their proposal  by August 31st.

What the Arts Centre will do for you as an AIR:

  • Provide you with a fully furnished, on-site, 2 bedroom apartment. The apartment has wireless internet access;
  • Provide you with a studio or other space depending on artist needs;
  • Provide you with the Artist in Residence mobile phone for your use;
  • Provide you with a living allowance. This is paid weekly, in cash and is tax free;
  • Provide you with some links, contacts and advice in relation to the local arts community;
  • Provide you with some advice and assistance with realising projects;
  • Where possible, provide you with a space in which to show work to the public if applicable;
  • Provide publicity around the Arts Centre and Christchurch informing the community of your presence.

You are expected to:

  • Arrange your own transport to and from Christchurch, New Zealand.
  • Arrange your own work permits/visa if applicable.
  • Be in residence in the Arts Centre apartment (or alternative accommodation if applicable) during your residency.
  • Pay for toll calls and mobile calls made from the apartment phone.
  • Pay to top up your pre-paid Artist in Residence mobile phone that you will receive when you arrive if you wish to use it.
  • Pay for your own power.
  • Pay for your internet access over the allocated usage.
  • Be available for some media interviews and events (such as artist talks, open studio, workshops)
  • Work with The Arts Centre AIR Coordinator to devise ways to involve the public- in the form of events, exhibitions, performances, open studio, work shops, forums, classes etc.
  • Provide The Arts Centre, within 4 weeks of completing your residency, with a report of your time spent as the AIR. This will include feedback, frustrations, reflections, suggestions for improvements and achievements as a result of your time in residence.
  • Acknowledge The Arts Centre in any publicity material that you may create when here in New Zealand. The Arts Centre can provide you with our logo for any such publications.

Interested artists are requested to submit a proposal describing:

  • Their practice with accompanying CV, exhibition history and referees;
  • Images and/or documentation of past work;
  • Copies of published reviews, articles and essays;
  • Their aims for the residency, including an outline of the project they hope to realise, and reasons for wanting to work in Christchurch, New Zealand;
  • An outline of the project they propose for their time in residency and how it will, if at all, impact upon the site;
  • The estimated costs of their proposed project for theresidency. (There are limited funds for project costs available. Extra funding can be applied for in the form of grants and this is to be discussed with the AIR coordinator.);
  • Ideas of possible ways in which they could involve the community in their work whilst in residence;
  • Their eligibility for work permits/ visas for New Zealand.

Applications can be either in electronic or hard-copy format.

Please send to:

Coralie Winn
Artist in Residence Coordinator
The Arts Centre of Christchurch
PO Box 845
Christchurch

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