Language:
English and Nepali
Founded:
2010
Duration:
month to 6 months
Paid by host:
  • One spacious bedroom, with a balcony viewing the Swayambhunath Stupa
  • One shared kitchen space including, gas, gas/induction stove, refrigerator, one microwave oven, and basic kitchen utensils
  • One shared bathroom with a shower (with hot water)
  • A shared workspace with one individual desk each to work on your projects
  • Access to good wireless internet, however, you must bring your own laptop
  • Electricity and water facilities.
  • A common washing machine for the whole building,
  • Airport pick-and-drop service,
  • Weekly housekeeping services, (Housekeeping services include dusting, changing sheets, and cleaning the restroom only.)
  • Black and white printing services (A4 size), photocopies,
  • Networking opportunities in the Nepali art scene,
  • Organizing exhibitions and presentations (in Artudio space) with invitations for these events,
  • Gallery, Studio, Museum, Library, and Site Visits (once a month as per artists’ needs)

If you feel that you need additional space to work on your project, they will also provide you with shared access to our studio space.

Paid by artist:

Flight Expenses, meals, exhibition Curation, printing promotional materials, personal travels, supplies, materials, daily expenses, health insurance, expenses for trekking (if interested) & out-of-valley travels.

1 MONTH FEE: USD 750

2 MONTHS FEE: USD 1400

3 MONTHS FEE: USD 2200

4 MONTHS FEE: USD 2900

5 MONTHS FEE: USD 3600

6 MONTHS FEE: USD 4000

They allow artists to bring one companion. If in case you would like to bring a family member or a partner along with you then $5 per day needs to be contributed. The fees must be deposited after your arrival during the initial phases of the residency.

Application guidelines:

You can mail your application to: [email protected],

Your application must contain the following:

  • Artist statement
  • Recent works (maximum 15 in PDF format),
  • CV/Bio
  • Portfolio
  • Project Plan
  • Copy of valid passport
  • Application form & your profile photograph
AIR tags:
Production residency
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Artudio international artists residency (AIAR)

Artudio international artists residency (AIAR)

Wall art near AIAR in Kathmandu
Exhibition space at Artudio international artists residency
Description

Artudio, Center for Visual Arts is a contemporary art collective and platform for artists and art enthusiasts. It is a space intended for self-reflection /realization and brings forth transformative engagement through contemporary art practices, initiatives, exhibitions, residencies and visual arts education. Artudio instigates and uncovers the creative potential of its beneficiaries through the support of an extensive network of professional contemporary artists and art communities.

Artudio offers an International Artist Residency (AIA Residency), providing a unique and empowering space for creative exploration and development in an artistic environment. The program is open to two international artists at a time. Their mission is to cultivate a sustainable global art ecosystem that encourages self-reflection, critical thinking, and creative growth, allowing artists to maximize their potential.

As an Artist-in-Residence, you will have access to a vibrant art community and resources to help further your practice. The program is designed to be both supportive and inspirational, allowing you to develop lifelong friendships, professional relationships, and future collaborations. They strive to provide a stimulating, liberal environment with reasonable fees for you to explore Nepal’s contemporary art scene, and its cultural and geographical diversity, and make meaningful connections.

Outcome

Open Studio or exhibition (solo or duo). They would love to receive one of your works created during the residency to save as an archive for Artudio’s collection. (This is completely optional).

Studio Information

A shared 200 SQ/FT studio workspace with one individual desk each to work on the projects with Access to good wireless internet, electricity and water facilities.

If you feel that you need additional space to work on your project, we will also provide you with shared access to our larger studio space in the same building.

Location

They are located in Chhauni hospital road, Kathmandu, Nepal, just a short distance away from the Swayambhunath Stupa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The location offers the perfect balance of nature and city life, with easy access to the Kathmandu ring road within 7 minutes of walking. Furthermore, three notable museums nearby, the ‘Military Museum’, ‘National Museum of Nepal’, and ‘Natural History Museum of Nepal’, offer a great opportunity to explore the city’s cultural sites. Hiking destinations like Ichangu Narayan and Jamacho are also close by, providing a view of the Kathmandu valley.

Additionally, Kathmandu Durbar Square, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, is only 3.1 km away from the residency, and other notable places in the area include Dharahara, Maru, Thamel, and Asan.

Contact information

Chhauni Hospital Road
Kathmandu 44600
Nepal

Email
artudiofoundation [at] gmail.com
Phone
9851180088
Website
http://artudio.net/