Open Call to the Contemporary Art Residency [EL DESEO DE OTRO]

Residence focused on discussion related to the development of autonomous contemporary practices.

EL DESEO DE OTRO (Desire of Other) Rocha - Uruguay. May 15 to 26, 2013.

Organized by: Curatoría Forense and Sofia Dabarca.

This residence is focused on the reflection and discussion related to the development of autonomous practices linked to art groups and independent spaces that produce contemporary art in local scenes.

It also aims to discuss the problematic of financing projects; as well as public cultural policies, the development of strategies for auto-sustainability and the effective establishment of networks and community relationships.

Therefore, we have developed a calendar of activities that will include public and private meetings with leading cultural agents and the collaborative work among the participants throughout the generation of actions, records (such as photographs, video, sound, etc.), analytical texts and others.

Participation is by invitation and by an open call.

The application period is between January 15 to February 28 2013. Those selected will be contacted between March 1 to March 8 2013 in order to confirm their participation. Participants:15 people.

Cost by participant:
US$300.-

Includes: Accommodation for 12 days in community dorms and breakfast. Does not include the transportation expenses to and from the residence location.

HOW TO APPLY
1.- By open call for contemporary visual artists, art historians and researchers, curators, art critics and other cultural practicioners. 2.- The application has to be fill out by the online form.
3.- Submitting deadline: Thursday 28 February, 2013.
4.- Selection confirmation: March 1 to 8, 2013.
5.- Selected participants will be informed by e-mail, which will include production details and dates and method of payment.
6.- The participation of the selected applicants will be considered confirmed during the second fortnight of March 2013, once the deposit of the 50% of the cost of the stay is paid.

PARTICIPATION TERMS
1.- The cost does not include transportation expenses to and from the residency location.
2.- Accommodation will be in community dormitories (4 up to 8 people).
3.- Lunch and dinner are not included. Group meals will be planned.
4.- Participants will provide photographic and video recordings made during their stay. These will be included in digital editions and on the residency website.
5.- Invitation letters will be extended to those selected to obtain aid funds for their participation.
6.- Certificates will be given after the conclusion of the residency.

Production Team:
Jorge Sepúlveda T. (Independent Curator),
Ilze Petroni (Art Researcher) and Sofía Dabarca (Visual Artist).