SEA Foundation – AiR Tilburg invites applicants for its 2020/2021 residency program. The residencies are designed for visual artists, curators and writers whose work and life demands both a rigorous engagement as well as an urgency to propel progress in their practice. The SEA Foundation’s individual shaped residency program is limited to 8 participants per year. Duration up to 3 months.
Shared values
We believe that contemporary art practise requires both flexibility as well as stability, a self-directed approach, and a guided environment. We seek candidates who envision a solid plan for development and production and who are willing to participate with the rhythm, which propels our artist-led organisation.
Disciplines
Visual art, fiber art, drawing & painting, sculpture, media art, design, curating, art critique, art theory, artistic research, architecture, sound artists, performance artists.
For whom
Professional artists, curators and art writers
Regardless of gender or region
Established, mid-career or emerging practice
Minimum age: 25 at the start of the residency
Duo’s/collectives may apply as well
Residents may be accompanied by a partner
We expect you to master the English language sufficiently to be able to converse and collaborate with fellow participants and staff.
The residency aims
To support the production of art and the theory of art.
To evoke discourse on art and art practices within a local and global context.
To promote and relay critical and researched based production of art.
To facilitate exchange between art intermediaries and artists, creating an expert network.
How to apply
Applying is done digitally and in English via the online application form.
The application should contain the completed application and documentation.
For duos/collectives: only one of you needs to fill out the form.
Deadline 15.11.2019 at Noon 12:00 CEST
Application contains
Completed application form.
Samples work from the past 5 years.
All mages in the portfolio should have captions providing information on size. materials and year of production.
Curriculum Vitae (max. 3 pages).
Include a selfie at work.
Proof of payment of the €35,- application fee.
Use www.WeTransfer.com and address to info@seafoundation.eu.
Send in One .pdf
Max 25 pages and max. 15mb.
Tips
For collating PDF’s use www.smallpdf.com.
Applications are viewed on a horizontal screen.
Maximum of 2 images per page are advised.
Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the admission’s board.
If you have more questions refer to our FAQ page or see our OPEN CALL page.
