On the theme “FANTASTIC, MAGIC, WONDERFUL BEPPU!”,  we are inviting artists to create large-scale outdoor artworks on the walls of Beppu. 

Beppu, located on Kyushu Island in Japan, is a curious city and possesses many facets. Beppu is the second largest thermal city in the world. The city once knew a glamorous time and knew great fame with crowed shopping streets, animated life in bars, restaurants, hundreds of movie theaters, and a large flux of visitors disembarking from the ferry. Nowadays, the city has changed but still offers vibrant memories. Coming to Beppu is like taking part to a treasure hunt to find hidden gems and encounter numerous mysteries. So, following this invocation-like theme: “FANTASTIC, MAGIC, WONDERFUL BEPPU!”, artists will lift the veil on new artworks created in this unique place and enriching Beppu’s majestic treasures.

Residence Period

【 September 1〜 October 31, 2014 】 OR 【 November 1 〜 December 20, 2014 】 

The dates of residence are flexible, but the residence must be a minimum of 30 days.

Provided support

artistic production costs coverage (up to 820,000 JPY), international travels (round-trip flight from the nearest airports between the artist’s residence’s location and Beppu) (up to 150,000 JPY), national transportation (within a limited amount), accommodation (the type of accommodation will be discussed after the selection), per diem (3,000 JPY per day), space for work (the studio's availability will be discussed after the selection), artwork’s location (to be determined by the organizer).

Please note that the support is the same for one person or a group.

Application Period

Deadline: July 29, 2014 (before midnight, Japan time)

Application Procedure

Apply online through our website: http://www.beppuproject.com">http://www.beppuproject.com/ 

While filling out the online form, provide the required documents:

1) a written proposal (one A4 page, pdf format, 1 MB)

2) artist's profile (pdf format, 1 MB)

3) one example of a previous project that is relevant for this application (pdf format, 1 MB)

Results

The results of the open call will be published on the NPO BEPPU PROJECT's website by August 8, 2015.

Please note that only successful applicants will be emailed or phoned.