Founded:
2016
Language(s):
English, French, Arabic
Duration:
1-4 weeks, 1-3 months
3 weeks - 1 month

The team will offer support for developing the artists’ research throughout the stay. They curate a customized itinerary for the residency based on the artist’s research proposal and areas of interest. They also provide a local art guide to accompany the artist through Cairo’s vibrant cultural scene up to three days a week , exploring what Cairo’s diverse neighborhoods have to offer, as well as introducing important historical and cultural places. Out Of The Circle also helps the residents to establish connections with other local artists or arts and culture organizations who are aligned with their individual practice.

The residency fee per week is US$ 350 (a minimum of three weeks and a maximum of one month per stay).

Out Of The Circle will be happy to provide a letter of invitation to selected artists to facilitate funding applications.

Application guidelines:

To apply, please submit the Google form. Or you can send your application to [email protected] including the following:

- Your full name (as stated in your passport) and artist name.
- Nationality and country of residence.
- Preference for your residency period and dates.
- Your Biography and Portfolio or CV.
- Your project concept and research proposal of a maximum of two A4 pages, explaining why you are interested in a residency with us
- Work samples: 5 to 10 photos, or links to videos if you are a visual artist. Or two samples of your work if you are a curator or researcher.

If you are selected for the residency, we will ask for a copy of your passport, and finalize an agreement with all the details.

Application deadline:
Ongoing / apply any time
Ongoing
Open call:
yes
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Out Of The Circle

Out Of The Circle

Digital Art Residency
Description

Out of the Circle is a private arts entity based in Cairo, Egypt. We offer a platform that facilitates and curates events, residencies, and exhibitions for artists in a two-way exchange between the Egyptian and international art scenes, while simultaneously working on projects to support and promote art in North Africa, such as the Digi MENA artist database.

The ongoing art residency is aimed at all types of international artists, as well as curators and researchers who would like to explore a unique blend of contemporary Egyptian life, traditions, arts, and culture.

Primarily a research residency, selected participants are able to gain insight into Egyptian history, culture and society with a carefully planned residency itinerary, dedicated workspace, the opportunity to connect with local practitioners in their field, and support and guidance from the OOTC team.

Outcome

Residents are invited to first conceptualize and then realize a specific project during their stay – be it a visual art project or artistic research – for a selected duration from 3 weeks to one month. At the end of a one month stay there is an option to organize a one-night event to showcase the artist-in-resident’s research outcomes, such as a performance, talk, workshop, or other activities.

Accommodation Information

Accommodation is hosted by Out Of The Circle’s curator in a cozy apartment in the Mohandessin area. This location is in central Cairo, a five minute walk from Wadi El Nile metro station, or a quick 15 – 20 minute cab ride from Zamalek or Downtown; two art-hub neighborhoods. The resident will have a private double room with air conditioning, a separate workspace, a living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom.​​ The kitchen is well-equipped with a fridge, a stove and a washing machine. The entire apartment has ceiling fans to help maintain a comfortable temperature during summer.

The apartment is also home to the OOTC office, which may be used occasionally during your stay with prior notice.

Studio Information

There is a dedicated studio space in the Out Of The Circle apartment. This is a comfortable and sunny workspace with a good view.

Technical Information

A small library that contains different books about art, curating, Egyptian History and Art.

Contact information
Email
coordinator [at] outofthecircle.org
Website
http://www.outofthecircle.org