International Residency for Visiting Artists
- Posted on 21st of January 2010
The Residency
The residency includes 24/7 workshop access 4 to six weeks. Artists
are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, expenses,
materials, etc. Lorg Printmakers can recommend reasonable
accommodation in the area. During the course of the residency the
successful applicant must print demonstration and a talk about their
work to the members of Lorg Printmakers
The programme is intended to provide opportunities for artists to
research and develop their own practice, to explore ideas and work
processes in a new environment and to improve international networks.
It is open to artists of all nationalities working through print
media.
How to apply
Please contact lorgprintmakers@gmail.com for an Application form,
complete and return to Lorg Printmakers, Unit 8 Ballybane Enterprise
Centre, Ballybane, Galway, Ireland.
Criteria
Applicants must be capable of demonstrating excellent knowledge of a
minimum of one print process. A third level qualification in fine art
printmaking is preferable, but other qualifications and experience are
also considered.
A minimum of six samples of your most recent work, in CD ROM, DVD,
Photographs, which demonstrate technical ability and creative
aptitude, should be included. Two professional references must also be
included along with a current CV and artists statement.
Applications are considered throughout the year. Please leave a
minimum of eight weeks for your application to be processed and to
receive notification by post. Successful applicants must accept the
offer in writing.
All supporting documentation must be correctly labelled. Be selective
with material submitted and make your application clear and concise.
You may include additional information with your application if
necessary.
Ongoing submission