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:
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 the Visual Arts program at 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:
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For queries/ submissions: rimbundahan@gmail.com
Website: http://www.rimbundahan.org/
- 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 (1-3 months, funded for Southeast Asian artists only, optional final performance)
- Residencies at Hotel Penaga in Georgetown, Penang (1-3 months, funded for Southeast Asian artists only)
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 the Visual Arts program at 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.
- Send hard copy applications to: Mrs. Angela Hijjas, c/o 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
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For queries/ submissions: rimbundahan@gmail.com
Website: http://www.rimbundahan.org/
