Deadline: 30 September 2011
Artists' Residencies at Rimbun Dahan
Thompson Birdwing Butterfly, by 2005 Australian resident artist Tony Twigg. Rimbun Dahan runs a range of artists' residencies to encourage visual artists, writers and other creative individuals to explore and develop their artistic work. Financed by the architectural practice of Hijjas Kasturi Associates Sdn. the residencies range from all-inclusive sponsorship of allowance, materials, accommodation, studios and final exhibitions to more limited residences providing accommodation and studios only:
* Malaysia-Australia Visual Artist Residency (year-long, fully funded, final exhibition)
* Shorter Residencies (1-3 months, funded for Southeast Asian artists only)
* Choreographer's Residency (3 months, funded for Southeast Asian artists, optional final performance)
Established in 1994, the program has hosted almost 100 individuals who have benefited from the unique atmosphere of Rimbun Dahan to build their own artistic practice.
Rimbun Dahan has a number of different styles of accommodation which is provided to artists according to their specific needs and availability.
Please note that Rimbun Dahan provides residencies for artists from Australia and Southeast Asia (consisting of the countries of Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, Vietnam, Burma, Laos and Cambodia) only.
Shorter Residencies
This is a shorter residency program (between one and three months) at the Rimbun Dahan compound. Visual artists, writers, and other creative individuals from Australia and Southeast Asia (consisting of the countries of Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, Vietnam, Burma, Laos and Cambodia) are invited to apply for the opportunity to live and work in a community of artists. This residency provides accommodation and utilities in a large one-room apartment with self-catering facilities and own bathroom. Studio space is based on availability.
Artists from Southeast Asia can receive funding for their air fare and a living allowance of RM1,000 a month, for a stay of three months maximum.
This residency does not provide additional funding for a living allowance or materials. Visas for international artists are the responsibility of the artist. Applications are accepted for these residencies throughout the year.
Application Process
Please submit an application containing:
* Biodata.
* A selection of images/samples of recent work.
* A short statement of why a stay at Rimbun Dahan would benefit your art practice.
* Dates for which you are seeking accommodation.
Selection depends on the strength of the application. Please note that Rimbun Dahan provides residencies for Australian and Southeast Asian artists only.
Send hard copy applications to:
Mrs. Angela Hijjas
c/ Hijjas Kasturi Associates Sdn.,
23rd floor Menara Promet,
Jalan Sultan Ismail,
50250 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Send electronic applications to:
Mrs. Angela Hijjas
rimbundahan@gmail.com
Hard copy application material will be returned after selections are made.
More information here.
Artists' Residencies at Rimbun Dahan
Thompson Birdwing Butterfly, by 2005 Australian resident artist Tony Twigg. Rimbun Dahan runs a range of artists' residencies to encourage visual artists, writers and other creative individuals to explore and develop their artistic work. Financed by the architectural practice of Hijjas Kasturi Associates Sdn. the residencies range from all-inclusive sponsorship of allowance, materials, accommodation, studios and final exhibitions to more limited residences providing accommodation and studios only:
* Malaysia-Australia Visual Artist Residency (year-long, fully funded, final exhibition)
* Shorter Residencies (1-3 months, funded for Southeast Asian artists only)
* Choreographer's Residency (3 months, funded for Southeast Asian artists, optional final performance)
Established in 1994, the program has hosted almost 100 individuals who have benefited from the unique atmosphere of Rimbun Dahan to build their own artistic practice.
Rimbun Dahan has a number of different styles of accommodation which is provided to artists according to their specific needs and availability.
Please note that Rimbun Dahan provides residencies for artists from Australia and Southeast Asia (consisting of the countries of Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, Vietnam, Burma, Laos and Cambodia) only.
Shorter Residencies
This is a shorter residency program (between one and three months) at the Rimbun Dahan compound. Visual artists, writers, and other creative individuals from Australia and Southeast Asia (consisting of the countries of Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, Vietnam, Burma, Laos and Cambodia) are invited to apply for the opportunity to live and work in a community of artists. This residency provides accommodation and utilities in a large one-room apartment with self-catering facilities and own bathroom. Studio space is based on availability.
Artists from Southeast Asia can receive funding for their air fare and a living allowance of RM1,000 a month, for a stay of three months maximum.
This residency does not provide additional funding for a living allowance or materials. Visas for international artists are the responsibility of the artist. Applications are accepted for these residencies throughout the year.
Application Process
Please submit an application containing:
* Biodata.
* A selection of images/samples of recent work.
* A short statement of why a stay at Rimbun Dahan would benefit your art practice.
* Dates for which you are seeking accommodation.
Selection depends on the strength of the application. Please note that Rimbun Dahan provides residencies for Australian and Southeast Asian artists only.
Send hard copy applications to:
Mrs. Angela Hijjas
c/ Hijjas Kasturi Associates Sdn.,
23rd floor Menara Promet,
Jalan Sultan Ismail,
50250 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Send electronic applications to:
Mrs. Angela Hijjas
rimbundahan@gmail.com
Hard copy application material will be returned after selections are made.
More information here.
