Month: May 2022

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Artemista is a cultural association that deals from different disciplines – Music, Theatre, Photography and Visual Arts. Artemista is inviting artists from different disciplines to take part in its art residency program, the program supports unique artistic projects. The project could be – research-based residencies, production-based residencies or interdisciplinary and cross-sectorial residencies. The art residency in located in a rural area close to Genova, Italy.

Application deadline:18:00 CET Thursday 2nd June 2022.

Eligibility:

The program accepts applications from the following areas Music, Theatre, Photography, and Visual Arts.

Application documents:

Fill in the following form the Artist-in-Residence Application Form.

Art residency costs:

Artists-in-Residence is responsible for paying 300 euros per week for their participation in the program.

Art residency costs:

From one week to three weeks.

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The Art residency program in Tuscany Italy organised by ‘La Macina di San Cresci’. This program offers the opportunity for artists worldwide to live a unique experience. The hotel residency is located in a rural area securing a peaceful and very silent environment

Application deadline: Applications are open.

Eligibility:

Program accepts application from the following areas drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, film, video, new media, installation, fiction and nonfiction writing, poetry, dance, music, interdisciplinary, design and architecture

Application documents:

* Application form filled

* One-page, Proposed Project.

* Bio/Resume/Professional Summary, this should include educational background, teaching, publications, exhibitions, awards, honors and other pertinent experience.

* Artist Statement (maximum 2000 characters- app. 400 words)

* Work samples (should be recent and representative of the work according to the applicant’s medium and discipline.

Art residency costs:

One week € 500, each next week € 350.

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The artist in residence program ‘The Bottega Projects’ offers the opportunity for artists to undertake their research in the city of Montebuono in central Italy. The art residency house was built in 1595 in the Medieval town Montebuono making it a great location and a source of inspiration for artists. Montebuono is one hour away from the historical city Rome.

Application deadline: Applications are open.

Application documents:

*CV (exhibition, research paper)

*Short bio,

*a letter of motivation.

Art residency costs:

Participation to the program are subject to a fee. This fees covers the expenses of the housing only during your stay at Montebuono.

$550/week per single artist, $450/week shared, $1650 for 3 or 4 week residency.

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To turn an image into a vector, you need some patience. But, there’s a reason you should look into Vector conversion. It will transform your designs into vectors. No more time wasted.

Using vector software, professionals can create vector graphics for all kinds of stuff. Vector graphics will give your product a unique look. 3D graphics, engineering, and CAD all benefit from vector formats. Using a vector program to convert artwork, you can’t just make shapes of one dimension. You can also make colors and shapes of a variety of dimensions. Raster programs don’t do this.

If vector art is to be converted, when is the best time?

Vector art conversion is a service you may purchase to use for a variety of purposes.

· An array of digital illustrations from the complex to the simple

· Icons for apps

· Mockups for mobile and web

· Designing logos

· Posters, flyers, and other printed materials

· Renderings in three dimensions

· Characters, video-game assets, and images

· Images that are minimalist, modern, and clear

· Including banners, buttons, and CTAs on a website

· Grids are used in drawings

· Statistical descriptions

Vector services can help you fill bulk orders; you need to examine the options available

1. Creating vector graphics from raster images

You must transform the raster images used for banners, logos, and car wraps into vector images to be printed. Only certified professionals know exactly how to do this.

2. Creating vectors from photos

An image format that is vector can be created from real-world images. You can apply various effects to the images created by vector art conversion providers. The images are suitable for a variety of purposes.

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It can convert JPEG pictures into vector artwork. A reliable company can provide you with excellent results. Additionally, PNG pictures can be converted to vector artwork by the company.

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They can create vector images from drawings, artworks, and low-resolution bitmaps.

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To serve various purposes, artists, architects, and jewelry designers draw sketches they can convert into vector graphics. Professionals use top-quality software to convert illustrations into editable vector images that are crisp, vivid, and realistic.

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An artist can convert line drawings into highly detailed 3D art. As a result, hiring a team of experts to design 3D artwork using vectors is possible since it requires the right skills and attention.

How much money do you need for vectorization?

Vector conversion service is in demand from design media agencies and advertising firms. Their budgets can be kept under control when they purchase these services. By buying large vector designs, they can save a lot of money. According to some companies, converting images into vectors is expensive. Printing and design techniques used in the process are of high quality. Cost-saving methods can be applied, however. When you convert, choose the right fonts, for instance. You also need to declare that you will use the file on physical items and that the quality of the file must be excellent.

From complex images to simply a logo, vector conversion projects can range in size. Project size and complexity will determine the price. There is no such thing as an identical image. It is the goal of all reputable people to set their prices at a reasonable level.

Why do you need high-quality vectors from raster images?

• If you are creating graphics from hand-drawn or photographed images.

• Limiting the number of color schemes available when printing images will reduce printing costs.

• Create a business promotion sign using custom images.

Vector graphics can be created by the most reliable service providers using various file formats, such as JPG and PDF. Other file types include GIF, PSD, and PNG. Additionally, you can receive different vector formats, including AI, PDF, EPS, and SVG.

The vector format makes printing banners, business cards, T-shirts, and mugs easier. Moreover, you can alter old blurry pictures. For brand new logos and graphics, choosing the vector option helps prevent distortions and quality loss.

A variety of benefits are available with vector graphics.

• It is possible to use vector graphics with an infinite resolution. Thus, the quality remains unchanged. Therefore, vector graphics are not dependent on the resolution. Shapes and curves can be scaled up and down as needed.

• Vectors are lightweight and consist of coordinates without any complicated conditions. Consequently, vectors are extremely lightweight.

• Vectors are created intuitively in much the same way as sketches on paper. A vector is primarily composed of lines. With vector graphics editing software, you can create rectangles, circles, squares, and even stars.

• Easily manipulate vector graphics: Vector graphics can be quickly and accurately manipulated. Curves and arches can be generated by shifting nodes, for example.

• They can be animated easily. Software for vector art editing simplifies the process of creating animated frames. Designers use vector software to create drawings.

It is possible to outsource complex vector art conversion tasks by hiring experts. The process is relatively inexpensive. To convert the conversion from one format to another, professionals can spend up to two hours. After converting your image, you’ll have better properties on your original image. The graphic can be used anywhere. You can use them on team shirts, tradeshow banners, and billboards. Vector images can be sized at any size without compromising quality, and vector images can be resized without losing quality.

Businesses that have large orders utilize vector conversion services. Images may be sent in any format, including JPEG, PNG, and others. Typically, they receive the vector images for their business requirements within a few hours.

Announcing artist residencies designed for the reopening of Colombia; for visual artists, musicians, writers, architects, clay artists, performers, and other makers.

We’re not quite out of the woods on the COVID epidemic, but international travel has been reopening all around the world. Back in March ‘20, we went into lockdown with 13 artists and learned a lot in the process. Since then, we’ve hosted another dozen or so artists with extra precautions to keep everyone safe, yet maximize the artist’s experience. We believe that a key part of the AIR experience is the commensality – those wonderful conversations we have while sharing a glass of wine and a good meal, along with the freedom to focus on your work.

Residency length: Two months (June-July).
Fees: The fee per artist is $775 US per month which includes all meals, private room and bathroom, and studio space. Artists are responsible for their own materials and transportation to and from ArteSumapaz. We have a special car and driver available for pickups from El Dorado Airport in Bogotá for about $85US.
Duration of residency: 1-2 months. We recommend taking a residency longer than 1 month so you can have enough time to get used to the space, connect with other artists, and create. One month residency is also available.

Contact Information:
Ric Dragon: dragon@artesumapaz.org

General: air@artesumapaz.org

Duration of residency

1-2 months -June-July-

Accommodation

Private room with bathroom and desk 

Disciplines, work equipment and assistance

• Clay & kiln
• Charcoal (Rustic but functional for drawing)
• Printing Press 
• Bookbinding tools
• Drawing benches
• Aerial silks

Studio / Workspace

Various types of studios are available (Music studio, fine arts, dance, writing, and sculpture). Shared and private, depending on availability  

Fees and support

775 USD per month No feed for application. Includes 3 vegetarian meals per day and open coffee-tea bar 24/7

Expectations towards the artist

We often encourage the artist to participate in Open Onces/Open Crit. It’s 100% voluntaryHelp with cleaning your dishes after each mealBeing an active part of the recycling process (Fill plastic bottles with the plastic you consume), in this way we all work in the awareness of plastic consumption

Application information

Artist in residence link:

ViceVersa is a program for international training of literary translators launched in 2010 by the German Translator Fund and the Robert Bosch Stiftung, and funded by the German Foreign Office. It enables the realization of bilingual translators’ workshops with participants of a specific language pair, always including German.

Over 70 workshops in 30 different German-foreign language constellations have been funded with many international partners – a strong impetus for the international translator scene and an indispensable forum for the discussion and further development of quality standards in literary translation.

In partnership with Institut Ramon Llull, both institutions have worked together to offer the first workshop with German and Catalan. So, next September will take place in Residency FaberLlull Olot a Literary Translation Seminar for literary translators from German to Catalan and from Catalan to German. The multi-day workshops create an ideal discussion space for the intricacies of literary translation. Participants receive qualified feedback on their own work and establish working relationships with colleagues from the countries of the language from which they translate.

Duration of residency

23-30 September 2022

Accommodation

 A seven-night stay at the Faberllull residence in Olot on half-board.

Disciplines, work equipment and assistance

The seminar will be attended by five translators from Catalan to German and five translators from German to Catalan. Participants of all literary genres, with experience in publishing.
The texts presented by the 10 participants will be discussed in groups during six working days in Olot. The program will also include thematic sessions related to various aspects of translation and the publishing world, and a final activity in collaboration with the Goethe Institut in Barcelona.
Organization and coordination of the workshop: Kirsten Brandt and Ramon Farrés.

Fees and support

The organizing institutions will cover the corresponding travel expenses of all participants.

Expectations towards the artist

What do I commit to by applying?

• Full availability every day of the residential course.
• Commitment to the project submitted and participation in programmed activities.

Application information

Please send applications to info@faberllull.cat (concept: ViceVersa translation seminar)

• Brief biography including a list of translations / publications. Postal address must be included (maximum 1 page).
• Approximately 5 pages of the translation to be analyzed during the workshop (double line spacing, wide margins for annotations, line numbering). This translation must be an excerpt from an unpublished translation or an excerpt from a translation project.
• Corresponding pages of the original (if possible, also with line numbering).
• Brief presentation of the work and the author, as well as the difficulties of translation (maximum 1 page).

The information must be sent in separate files (.doc, .docx or .pdf format).
 
More information:
Deutscher Übersetzerfonds
Anna Schlossbauer
schlossbauer@uebersetzerfonds.de
www.uerbersetzerfonds.de
Institut Ramon Llull
Neus Crisol Milian
ncrisol@llull.cat
www.llull.cat

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Studio Faire is a contemporary art space in South West France, providing residencies for visual artists, makers, photographers, designers, musicians, writers, creative researchers and all other types of creative practitioner.

Studio Faire is now inviting applications for this 2 week residency in the Autumn of 2022. We accept applications year-round, for residencies between April and October. Applications for 2023 Residencies are also welcomed.

Residents live and work in the house, studios and gardens of Studio Faire, a ‘Maison de maître’ built around 1830 and still retaining its period characteristics. It is the private home of Scottish couple Julia Douglas (Mixed Media Artist/Designer) and Colin Usher (Photographer/Designer/Drummer). There will be two other residents at Studio Faire during this period.

The house is situated in the centre of the market town (and historic city) of Nérac, in the stunning Lot-et-Garonne region of South West France.

Residencies offer time to focus on research and development to inspire a new body of work or develop an existing project. They can nurture the growth of seedling ideas by giving the space to unselfconsciously experiment and play without expectation or obligation.

Whatever you want to make… do it in France at Studio Faire.
Tout ce que vous voulez faire… faites-le en France au Studio Faire.

Duration of residency

Residencies are self-funded and self-directed, and can last 2 weeks, 3 weeks or 4 weeks. This open call is for 2 weeks (13 nights) in October 2022.

Accommodation

A private, newly decorated, double bedroom is provided on the first floor of the house, offering a small desk plus two windows overlooking the large back garden.

Disciplines, work equipment and assistance

This open call is for visual artists, photographers, performers, film-makers, theatre-makers and craft-makers who use any media other than toxic pigments, spray paints or flammable or combustible products. Trestle tables and easels are available for use.

Studio / Workspace

The work space on offer for this particular open call is the Garage Studio. It has a large North facing double door. See the website for full details.

Fees and support

This 2 week self-directed residency is a self-funded residency for 1 person. Fees include: lifts to and from the nearest train station in Agen, a private double bedroom, sole use of the Garage studio, plus shared shower room, toilets, kitchen, dining room and gardens. 2 weeks for 1 person is 790 €.

Expectations towards the artist

As this is a self-funded residency, Studio Faire has no expectations towards the artist and hope that this supportive environment, without the pressure to produce, will aid creativity, experimentation and the development of new ideas. Studio Faire offers all creative practitioners a change of pace and the space to create.

Application information

Please visit the website to find out more and to apply.

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The International Artist Residency Pedvale is now officially accepting applicants for our 2022 summer Residency programme. We are inviting artists to apply for a 4 weeks long residency in 2 possible times – July and August. Applications will be selected and 9 artists each month will have the opportunity to work creatively. The groups will be formed according to a principle so that representatives of different areas would be included – visual artists, writers, dancers, performance artists. Pedvale Art Park & Artist Residency is located two hours northwest of Riga. The spacious territory of almost 100 hectares at Pedvale Art Park is suitable for leisurely walks, during which you can enjoy both the landscape and the art exhibited in the park.

Duration of residency

We offer 4 weeks long residency in 2 possible times: 24 July – 31 July and 2 August – 29 August.
We can accommodate up to 9 artists at the same time.

Accommodation

Artists stay in our refurbished manor house – built at the beginning of the 19th century – in fully-furnished private bedrooms with private bathrooms and they have access to the kitchen, common areas, laundry, Pedvale Art Park grounds, car parking etc.

Disciplines, work equipment and assistance

The Residency is open to visual artists, writers, performers and myriad creative individuals. The artists’ workshops are equipped with professional lighting for the needs of artists and have basic equipment. The workshop room is equipped according to the wishes and needs of each individual artist. Artists must self-fund the travel and specific materials or equipment but we can provide assistance for the necessary arrangements. There are shops in the vicinity where you can buy materials necessary for the work.

Studio / Workspace

Studios can be used as private or shared. We offer 4 studious on the ground floor of the manor house ~30 square meters each and 3 smaller ones in the basement. Artists have 24 hour access to the workspace. It is possible to work outside in the sculpture park as well. Artists are responsible for supplying their own materials. The residency fee varies depending on the workspace – private or shared.

Fees and support

The artist’s fee is €480 per month. The payment must be done no later than one month before the sojourning begins. Every participant can bring along one family member or partner that will cost 50% of the price. The residency fee is intended to cover the general cost of running the programme and the maintenance of historic building that is under the protection of the National Heritage Board. We do not offer grants, stipends or other economical support. We are happy to assist artists seeking grants or other forms of funding in their home country/institution, by providing letters of recommendation when the candidature is accepted.

Expectations towards the artist

We invite artists to present themselves and their work to the local community. The Residency also offers a possibility to teach a public workshop, to perform or make an exhibition during the residency. But none of the above is mandatory and we will discuss this matter with every artist personally.

Application information

Applicants shall apply by email with an open application. Applicants shall submit:

• an artist CV and a resume
• a proposal letter
• the preferred time for the residency
• samples of their work.

Residents are selected by our committee. All the applicants will be informed personally. The applications can be sent to: pedvale@pedvale.lv

Offering studio apartments in Krems, the AIR – ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Lower Austria program exists to promote international cultural exchange. International artists from the fields of architecture, the visual arts, literature and music are invited to work in Krems where they are encouraged to exchange ideas and to inspire each other in their work. AIR organizes a get-together each month, where all current scholarship holders are invited to introduce themselves and to provide insight into their artistic work. This is an important networking opportunity for scholarship holders from all four artistic disciplines.

This interdisciplinary exchange is precisely what the Lower Austrian residency program states as its goal. Important partners have been acquired for this, and together with these, the residency program awards the AIR program scholarships.

Duration of residency

1 – 3 months

Accommodation

Studio and living quarters will be provided free of charge. In addition, the artist-in-residence will also receive a sum of 1.300,- Euros per month.

Disciplines, work equipment and assistance

ArchitectureVisual ArtsLiteratureMusic 

Fees and support

no application fee & no residency fee

Expectations towards the artist

The basic prerequisite for funding is a degree in a field of art (university level). If the applicant does not have a university degree, proof of equivalent ability must be provided through his or her artistic career. In any case, the applicant must demonstrate regular artistic activity in the proposed areas of funding. Applicants can be artists from the areas of visual arts, music, sound art, literature, and architecture. Austrian artists and artists residing in Austria are not eligible to apply.

Application information

An Architecture application includes:

1. Portrait photograph (JPG format, max. 1 MB)
2. Résumé (PDF format, max. 1 MB)
3. Portfolio (PDF format, max. 15 pages, max. 7 MB)
4. Planned project (max. 6000 characters)
5. Optional: links to media (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.)

A Visual Arts application includes:

1. Portrait photograph (JPG format, max. 1 MB)
2. Résumé (PDF format, max. 1 MB)
3. Portfolio (PDF format, max. 15 pages, max. 7 MB)
4. Planned project (max. 6000 characters)
5. Optional: links to media (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.)

A Literature application includes:

1. Portrait photograph (JPG format, max. 1 MB)
2. Résumé (PDF format, max. 1 MB)
3. Sample texts (PDF format, max. 7 MB)
4. Planned project (max. 6,000 characters)
5. Optional: links to media (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.)

A Music application includes:

1. Portrait photograph (JPG format, max. 1 MB)
2. Résumé (PDF format, max. 1 MB)
3. Optional: portfolio (PDF format, max. 15 pages, max. 7 MB)
4. Planned project (max. 6000 characters)
5. Links to media (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.)

Application Deadline: May 30, 2022, 23:59via our online application tool

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This house and studio is available from May 15 to October 2022. Minimum stay is 1 month. Painting, writing, sculpture, printmaking, work on various projects, including music .
there are different spaces for studios inside and there is a large outdoor area.

Make your own plan, it is your creative retreat.

Duration of residency

This house and studio is available from May 15 to October 2022. minimum stay is 1 month.

Accommodation

This is a private house and studio.  Only 1 artist at a time.  The artist can be accompanied. 
this is not an appropriate place for children. 
there are different spaces for studios inside a large outdoor area. full kitchen facilities, 1 bedroom with queen size bed

Disciplines, work equipment and assistance

Painting, writing, sculpture, printmaking, work on various projects, including music . there are different spaces for studios inside and there is a large outdoor area.
Sculpture tables available
For experienced printers only, we have a press with bed size 76 X 155 cm (30 X 60 inches) for relief printingand there is a lithography press with several stones.  For details, e-mail us. 

Studio / Workspace

The residency has approximately 170 sq meters (2000 sq feet) (including the basement) plus a backyard.On the first floor  a studio space that has 7 X 6.7 meters (23 X 22 feet) includesa printing press for relief engravingsAND a lithography press

Fees and support

The cost is 800 Canadian dollars/month; includes electricity, water, Wifi
you must provide your own transport and food, art materials. 

Expectations towards the artist

Make your own plan, it is your creative retreat.

Application information

Write to us at:  dragondancetheatre2@gmail.com

• Tell us why you want to undertake a residency and what you hope to accomplish
• Tell us a bit about your self and your artwork, include photos or links
• Provide us with the dates you’d like to stay, if possible, provide alternative dates
• Give us your complete contact information, including address and phone numbers
• References required
• a recommendation letter from either an employer, a landlord or a mentor is definitely helpful

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