NEW OPEN CALL FOR «TRANSLATIONS - OBJECTS» RESIDENCY
Type
Competition, Curatorial Proposal, Exhibition, Foru...
Category
Activism, Architecture, Conceptual, Curating, Desi...
Status
Archived
Deadline
September 26, 2014
Application Fee
Not Available
Host
MAE ARTISTS RETREATS
Location
Sesimbra, Portugal

more information here: http://maeapplication.tumblr.com/translations1


 


ABOUT MAE ARTISTS’ RETREATS


MAE artists’ retreats is an initiative based in Portugal that aims to stimulate inspiration in a relaxed and productive environment. We offer live-work studios which are converted fishermen garages in the centre of a small but vibrant traditional fishing village called Sesimbra.


 


In addition to our rolling application for independent retreats we also organize thematic programmes. We are now inviting two artists to spend together a period of 15 days during 18th of October to 2nd of November.


 


ABOUT THE THEME


The base idea is that both artists will have the same inspirational starting point: a set of beautiful sea-related objects. An object carries not only its physicality but also an associated imaginarium, with a function and a story. The aim is for each artist to engage in a process of «translating» these objects into their own artistic language, creating therefore new objects/images. Each artist will have a different way or approach to aesthetically and conceptually translate the same object and «translations» aims to facilitate a creative dialogue between the two artists and allow an exchange of cross-media ideas. The final artworks can be in a variety of mediums and techniques.


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HOW TO APPLY


We only accept online applications made directly to our email maeartistsretreats@gmail.com before 26th of September. Please send an email labelled «application translations» with the following information:


-Personal Information (full name, date of birth, gender, city/country, email and brief C.V.);
-Sample of Previous Work (Up to 10 images and/or website);
-Statement (provide a short description of your intended project and motivation to participate in the retreat).


 


Residents will be selected by the MAE TEAM based on the quality of their work and commitment to their practice. Results will be announced on 29th of September.