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The GUILD Residency
About This Opportunity
The GUILD Residency is an international studio programme open to artists and designers from around the world who want to engage with an African context. Established in 2022, it includes the use of a 350 sqm work-living space in the heart of Cape Town’s CBD offering the resident artist an opportunity to explore the motivations, conversations and inspirations that come from being in a new environment with fresh stimulus and exchange. Rather than a structured programme, the GUILD Residency is largely self-directed and can be adapted to each artist’s practice and their specific needs. It is ideal for those artists who seek a focussed and private environment with few distractions. It is thus important to be self-motivated and to be able to work independently. Artists-in-residence are invited to develop and implement a project over a fixed period of time with the opportunity to work towards a solo presentation in the gallery or international fair.
Restrictions
The programme is open to both emerging and established artists working in most mediums, including installation, painting, drawing, photography, digital media, printmaking, sculpture, design and craft-based disciplines. The primary focus remains artists on the African continent, but international applicants wanting to collaborate with local artisans and designers are also welcome. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to artistic excellence as well as an interest in experimentation and innovative ideas.
What's Offered
Additional Resources
Technical guidance and production assistance to help realise ambitious projects, Networking with local artisans, craftsmen, thinkers and suppliers through Southern Guild’s extensive network, Self-motivated research and development of the artist’s practice, removed from everyday stressors and interferences, Rigorous conceptual discussions about the artist’s work and practice with the curatorial team, A tailored programme proposed by the artist to suit their needs and interests, including specific classes or instruction from external, professional facilitators if desired, Opportunity to host an open studio to engage the public at the conclusion of the residency