The residency is open to 10 people who are interested in cultural exchange and collaboration with African artists.
Participants will live and work at our cultural center/guest house in a fishing village - will mentor young African artists - will exhibit in a gallery in Accra and will learn about the rich culture and traditions of Ghana.
Artists can work in, but are not limited to, paper - book arts - painting - collage - photography - textiles
If interested contact aba@culturalcollaborative.org for an application.
There is no application fee, but if accepted residency cost is $1800.00 which covers: airport pickup - room - meals - guided visit to Accra - participation in an exhibit at a gallery in Accra - one exhibit catalog - performance by traditional drum and dance troupe - pre-departure orientation and help with logistics in Ghana
Not included: airfare and related expenses - art materials
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY FEBRUARY 15, 2015