Doha, Fire Station: Artist in Residence launched today an open call, inviting artists to apply for a three-month residency at Cite Internationale des Arts in Paris, France. The 2024 Paris Residency programme will begin accepting applications from 12 November until 2 December 2024.
The Paris International Residency programme is intended to promote cultural exchange and provide Qatari artists with the opportunity to develop their artistic skills in the heart of Paris' vibrant artistic scene. It supports residents by honing their artistic practice, whilst allowing them to network among international art communities and explore diverse cultural perspectives.
Director of Fire Station Khalifa Ahmad Al Obaidli expressed, "We are delighted to announce the commencement of the application process for Fire Station's 2024 Paris Residency programme. Programmes such as these underline our commitment to forming strategic partnerships with organisations that contribute to the enrichment of the artistic landscape in Qatar. We look forward with great anticipation to witnessing the creative output from the next generation of our Paris Residency." Head of Programmes and Exhibitions of Fire Station Saida Al Khulaifi added: "Our Paris Residency programme presents a unique opportunity for artists to level-up their practice and broaden their horizons by immersing themselves in a different artistic environment. It also allows both established and aspiring artists in Qatar to embrace the international art community and actively participate in shaping the global artistic discourse. We take great pride in the ongoing success of the programme and look forward to welcoming the submission of applications for the first cycle of 2024." Applications are open for Qatari artists and artists born to Qatari mothers. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and practice the art of painting, drawing, sculpture, media art, installation, graphic arts, illustration, photography, filmmaking, sound art, and design or a related discipline.
As part of the programme, the artist will be provided with a private furnished studio space with 24-hour access, with one bedroom and kitchenette, as well as living and materials allowances, and one return travel ticket.
In 2017, Fire Station began sponsoring Qatari artists to participate in the international residency programme at Cite internationale des arts, one of the most dynamic international residency programmes. The Paris Residency is one of many renowned residency programmes offered by Fire Station.
Source: Qatar News Agency