OPEN CALL:Art in Iceland 2021

00The aim is to stimulate creativity through interaction with the local environment and to foster relations between participants and the local community. We work in cooperation with the local schools and artists giving our artists the opportunity to breath in the spectacular view and let Icelandic nature be an inspiration for their art. With the open fjord at your front step, big stunning mountains, and the charm of a small fishing village. Artak350 Residency is a place for artistic research, art production, meetings, workshops, art courses and exhibitions, an opportunity to meet strangers and make friends.

Duration of residency

The duration of this residency program is one month, maximum two months.

Accommodation

We offer artists in residence the possibility to live in the studio: single bright studio which is provided with wifi, work desks, shelves, closet and two single beds. Breathe in the stunning view of the fjord, Grundarfjordur is a small town with easy access to wild nature. We are located in the center of the village.

Disciplines, work equipment and assistance

This residency is for visual artists from all around the world who want to be inspired by Icelandic nature and culture, work on their art and develop their projects.  Main contact person is a local Artist that helps with practical things.  We have assistant from the Municipality that will give support regarding the final act, exhibition or open studio.
Artists bring their own materials, can be shipped to the location before.

Studio / Workspace

The studio space and living area: 68m2Access to a washing machine, bed linens and towelsElectricity, heating and water. WIFI.Our studio is private.
We offer basic tools in the studio.
Support for your final event. Publicity on the Web.Press Release

Fees and support

One month: 700 EUR – additional 350 EUR for second artist/partner.
Included is:
The studio space and living area: 68m2Access to a washing machine, bed linens and towelsElectricity, heating and water. WIFI.Final Event (presentation and/or exhibition at the studio)Publicity on the Web.Press ReleaseBasic tools
Note: Once your application has been approved, your place will be secured upon receipt of full payment. Travel, transport, visa, daily living expenses, medical insurance and production are not included.
Unfortunately, we don’t offer any grants but we formally invite all our applicants to seek grants elsewhere.

Expectations towards the artist

Final Event (presentation and/or exhibition at the studio)with possibility to  Exhibit in one of the showrooms/creative space we have access to. Not mandatory, but we encourage Artists to show the outcome of their stay, can be anything.  Makes it memorable to see what the local art lovers are keen on what has been done during the residency stay.

Application deadline: 2020-08-31

Application information

In order to submit your application, fill in the form online and please send an email to artak350res@gmail.com.
Include the following information in ONE PDF document:
Your full name – months preferred.Motivation letter (including a project/concept, description, 250-words max.).Examples of your work (max. 12 photos).A copy of your CV.

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