The arts work hand-in-hand with science, social justice, and community activism. Since the early days, the Great Lakes Bioneers have invited an artist from our local community to lead a participatory art project during the conference weekend. This year, as we enter our second decade, Great Lakes Bioneers is partnering with ISLAND to offer a unique residency opportunity.
Download the application now! Or forward to a friend:
Here's an excerpt from the full application.
The Great Lakes Bioneers Participatory Art Project
The artist in residence will be expected to lead a participatory, community arts project at the 2012 Great Lakes Bioneers Conference (October 19-21). Over 700 attendees plug in to our art project over the course of the weekend. The completed work will be the property of the Great Lakes Bioneers, to be displayed in the community at a location to be determined. Great Lakes Bioneers will provide a budget for materials and a small stipend. ISLAND will provide a 2-4 week stay at the Hill House. In return, we expect the following from the artist:
- Engage conference attendees during the three-day conference (October 19-21, 2012) in the project.
- Leading up to the conference, coordinate with conference planners to ensure the success of the project.
- If project is incomplete at the end of the conference, the artist will be expected to complete the project.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be juried by a panel selected by ISLAND and the Great Lakes Bioneers. Residency awards are merit driven, based primarily on the quality of your existing work, using the following criteria, in order of priority:
- the creativity and integrity of the work
- the strength of the artist's statement and the perceived fit with the Hill House residency
- the availability of the artist in the dates still open for residents
For an excellent overview of the residency application process, visit the Alliance of Artists Communities website.
How to Apply
The deadline is July 16, 2012, read further and download the application here or forward it to a friend:
ISLAND is happy to help you with this process! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Amanda Kik at amanda@artmeetsearth.org
ISLAND is a proud member of the Alliance of Artists Communities.
Living Environment: The Hill House
support talented songwriters, writers and non-studio artists
with a two, three or four week stay in a semi-secluded log cabin near East Jordan, Michigan. It includes a well stocked kitchen, a selection of instruments and some basic recording gear-and time and space to create new work.
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