FLOAT ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE INFORMATION
> FLOAT is seeking applications for its residency program
> FLOAT residencies provide opportunities for artists to live and work on board the FLOAT VESSEL on Lake Tyers, East Gippsland, Victoria, Australia.
> FLOAT residencies are intended for professional contemporary artists, emerging or established.
> FLOAT will offer a tiered range of residencies throughout the year. From fully sponsored, to fully self-funded.
> FLOAT is developing a range of projects in collaboration with Traditional Owners, the GunaiKurnai Elders, GLaWAC - GunaiKurnai Land & Waters Aboriginal Corporation, and other organisations. We’ll be working hard to enrich these partnerships with you.
FLOAT’s annual program will be built around six two-month ‘seasons’.
1. April/May
2. June/July
3. August/September
4. October/November.
5. December/January
6. February/March
* A typical residency would last 4-6 weeks.
WHO CAN APPLY?
Applications are welcome from Australian and international contemporary artists working in any discipline.
Emerging & established artists & thinkers & makers & doers are all invited to apply.
We expect this to be a highly competitive process - but we are definitely open to all ideas that align with our love of Lake Tyers, environment, community and generosity.
FLOAT is suitable for one person stays. No animals / pets.
RESIDENCY OPTIONS
> FULLY SUPPORTED RESIDENCIES
4 x fully supported residencies, up to six weeks each, will be offered each year.
These will be offered to the artists who best fit our FLOAT vision, with a pitch that excites the life out of us.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation + workspace on the vessel + kayak use.
Where applicable, a weekly stipend to offset day-to-day living expenses may be provided.
(You feed yourself - though we’ll be sure to share a few community meals throughout your stay - if you’d like to join us).
Some travel expenses can be supported, by arrangement.
OBLIGATIONS
1. Artists-in-residence will offer a public presentation, performance, workshop - or something similar - during their residency.
2. To love us.
> SEMI-SUPPORTED RESIDENCIES
If unsuccessful for a fully-supported residency, successful applicants will be offered a Semi-Supported stay, which has a fee of $220 inc GST (min.) for two weeks. Residencies can be up to 6 weeks (at $220 per fortnight). If the resident applies for a stay less than 2 weeks, the minimum fee remains $220 inc GST.
Applications may propose a residency in collaboration with FLOAT and other external funding sources. Artists who choose to apply for / secure their own funding could strengthen their grant application through partnering with FLOAT and the in-kind support that we may be able to contribute. The A.I.R EoI application has an opportunity for you to discuss this option, submit an EoI now to begin that conversation.
INCLUSIONS
Accommodation + workspace on the vessel + kayak use.
(You feed yourself - though we’ll be sure to share a few community meals throughout your stay - if you’d like to join us).
OBLIGATIONS
1. Minimum fee of $220 inc GST
2. Artists-in-residence will offer a public presentation, performance, workshop - or something similar - during their residency
3. To love us.
> SELF-FUNDED SHORT STAYS
A small number of short residencies will be offered to artists @ a rate of $800 per week / $200 per night as availability permits. Self-Funded Stays are suitable for those seeking private accommodation.
All artists, considering any of the above options will need to APPLY to be eligible for consideration.
It is the beginning of a great conversation.
THINK ABOUT THE VESSEL
Applicants should take into account the unique circumstances under which FLOAT carries out its programs - ( It FLOATS ) .
Access to the FLOAT is primarily via kayak and water taxi (over a very short distance).
You must be willing and able to commute short distances by water.
FLOAT operates under strict policies of environmental care and maritime safety.
We are governed by a fabulous Safety Management Plan that tells you everything you need to know. Be prepared to be inducted.
Applicants should also keep in mind that this residency takes place in a regional community, surrounded by nature and adventure and limited amenity.
Minimalist luxury.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted here online.
There is a non-refundable administrative fee of $22 (inc GST) per application.
Applicants will be asked to :
Pay a $22 fee to submit your application
Then provide:
Applicant’s contact details
Project proposal - succinct is good!
Short bio and info about your current practice
Contact (email and phone number) of a referee who is willing to support your application.
And provide by email:
5 images (maximum) in JPEG format
CV (1 page)
EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST - SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLOAT A.I.R. MAILING LIST
READ MORE A.I.R. INFO ABOUT THE VESSEL AND THE RESIDENCY PROGRAM
APPLY NOW ($22 (inc GST) APPLICATION FEE APPLIES)