This is an all-expenses paid four-week exchange in Tokyo and Hokkaido and is an opportunity to work on your own practice and develop relationships with Ainu Elders, Artists and Community. This iteration of the project will take form as a nation-to-nation residency exchange. The residencies will invite interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary artists with embodied practices, including research and considered community engagement with an emphasis on the Performing Arts. Supported by Saison Foundation and Australia Council.
Find out more: https://www.saison.or.jp/en/ & https://ainu-upopoy.jp/en/
The deadline for applications is 20 March 2023 at 5pm.
Our selection committee will review all applications and shortlist candidates by 1 April 2023. If you are shortlisted, you will be invited for an interview to discuss your application further.
Residency Dates:
August/ September 4 weeks – built in flexibility to adjust within this timeframe in consultation with Saison Foundation
Frequently Asked Question
Can I apply for both residencies?
Yes – but you will need to state your preference as you cannot attend both.
What are my responsibilities as an artist in residence?
You are representing both yourself as an individual practitioner and the Footscray Community Arts and should be mindful of the important legacy and relationship building aspect of your residency will have for future exchanges.
How long can I stay in residence?
The stipulated time. 4 weeks.
Can I extend my residency?
This can be negotiated with the host organisation and will come at own cost.
Will I do a showing/exhibition of my residency project?
Expectations are that the artist will be available for at least two public facing activities during the residency. Talks, workshops, yarning circles, showings, readings, podcast, interviews etc, depending on the artists preference and practice.
Any outcome from the residency should preference the host organisations, Saison and FCA, as presenters.
I have other questions not covered here. Who can I contact?
If you have any further questions please contact Indigenous Cultural Program Producer Dan Mitchell at dan@footscrayarts.com or 0417 011 215.