CUSTOMIZED COLLABORATIVE VERSATILE
Residency Unlimited (RU) creates customized environments of support for artists and curators in all disciplines and at all stages of their practice with :
1. Comprehensive support “pre-residency”: Artists and curators we work with may develop projects during their residency that require an early engagement on our part. Prior to their arrival, the RU team will evaluate organizational capacity and determine the best way to prepare the terrain. If the artist needs to find accommodation, we proactively identify solutions that fit the budget available.
2. A gathering and networking space:
Residency Unlimited’s headquarters serve as an events and discussion space where ideas are explored and interaction occurs. A great deal of emphasis is placed on activating professional connections for the residents. In addition to ongoing engagement with RU’s curatorial staff, we organize at least 1 studio visit per week with New York based guest curators and critics, as well as those passing through New York. Sometimes we set up additional targeted meetings outside our premises to advance individual projects and research. Critical feedback has lead to career opportunities for RU participants beyond the residency. Please click here to view a list of invited guests in 2010 and 2011.
3. Production & technical support:
Residency Unlimited’s efforts are directed towards implementing logistical and production assistance for the development of projects. This support is determined on a case to case basis with each resident sometimes even prior to arrival. Some artists require technical training that result in one-on-one workshops that take place at 360 Court street, which range for example from acquiring basic technological skills to learning how to create a website.
4. Exposure:
During their stay, RU residents are offered various public presentation opportunities (exhibitions, discussions, screenings, panels) at RU’s event space and other venues that are made possible through our partners.Between 2010 and 2012, RU organized 30 events at 360 Court street and throughout the City.
We also commission curators to work with the artists and develop specific projects and activities.
5. Selection process:
The selection process ranges from an open call application and panel process to nominations or by invitation depending on the type of residency and the partnering organization. Artists can sign up on RU’s website to receive announcements for open calls.
Residency Unlimited’s activities and programs are made possible thanks to our generous supporters. HOW RESIDENCY UNLIMITED IS FUNDED
If you are interested in participating in our programs, we invite artists and curators to send their proposals to us directly.
You may also be interested in contributing critical content for Residency Unlimited’s online platform, Dialogues.
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