Program Overview
The Artist Residency Program at APM offers:
1. Studio Space: A dedicated studio space for artists to work on their projects.
2. Mentorship: Guidance and mentorship from experienced artists, curators, and environmental experts.
3. Collaboration: Opportunities to collaborate with other artists, local communities, and environmental organizations.
4. Exhibition Opportunities: The chance to showcase work in APM's exhibition spaces.
5. Professional Development: Workshops, training sessions, and networking events to support artists' professional development.
Residency Themes
APM's Artist Residency Program focuses on the following themes:
1. Environmental Sustainability: Exploring the relationship between art, culture, and environmental sustainability.
2. Cultural Heritage: Investigating the intersection of art, culture, and cultural heritage in Africa and the African diaspora.
3. Social Justice: Addressing social justice issues through art, with a focus on environmental justice, human rights, and social equality.
Eligibility
The Artist Residency Program is open to artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, including:
1. Visual Artists: Painters, sculptors, photographers, and printmakers.
2. Performing Artists: Musicians, dancers, theater practitioners, and performance artists.
3. Literary Artists: Writers, poets, and playwrights.
4. Digital Artists: Artists working with digital media, including video, animation, and interactive art.
By leveraging these diverse art forms, AMP creates a dynamic, inclusive, and thought-provoking environment that inspires audiences to engage with environmental issues and promotes sustainability in all aspects of life.
