Tvak Artist Residency

The Residential Art Studios provides an opportunity to Visual Artists and Artists working with new media or interdisciplinary arts to work and experience and explore the city’s art culture. A tailor made experience for the resident artists, very open in terms of structure and allows the artist to work /interact with others at a level comfortable to every individual. The artist can focus on their work and meet other interesting artists. This program seeks to connect artists from various genres. The purpose is not only to advance the arts, but also to provide an atmosphere to foster cultural exchange between the artists and their adopted home.

The residency is independently run by Artist Deviba Wala.

• Artist will be provided opportunity to participate in different Art Events by TVAK during their term .
• Teaching or conducting Workshops is optional. The host offers the artists the choice of working on certain projects during their stay as an earning opportunity.
• Artists may be asked to do a Presentation and Slide-show of his/her work in front of Invited Experts.
• At the End of Term Artists have to Contribute 1 Original Artwork to TVAK.

studios are located at two locations, one at the outskirts ideal for a quiet retreat or time to work. Another in the heart of the city. Airy rooms with lots of balconies and terraces, functional kitchen etc. privately owned building.

good lighting, work desk, easels and basic equipment

Easels are available for use by the artist. all material such as stone, clay, metal is easily available and the host helps the artist source whatever their requirements be. Both studios have a mini library with a collection of books and movies on Art and a TV connection.

The location is ideal as it provides a serene and calm environment for working : An independent bungalow by the lake, adjoining a resort and surrounded by kilometer of green cover.

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