*SCAPE is calling for proposals from artists or collectives interested in the *SCAPE Community Arts Residency. The Residency aims to support practising artists in advancing the field of community arts in Singapore. Through the Residency, artists will have opportunities to inquire, develop arts-based collaborations and co-create with the community artworks that will shape communal public spaces and reflect the collective stories of the people. This Residency is part of *SCAPE, which is part of the National Arts Council’s Arts and Culture Nodes Network.

One artist/collective from the field of visual arts will be appointed from 30 Aug 2021 – 31 Jan 2022, during which they should actively engage with the youth community and respond to *SCAPE  unique characteristics in a collaborative art-making process with the youth community. Some support will be given for the appointed artist/collective to engage community groups, connect with stakeholders, and exchange ideas with peers in the arts community. The artist/collective should document the process and work towards a showcase to be presented in Jan 2022.

In view of the dynamic COVID-19 situation where physical gatherings may be restricted, please note that all projects will have to take into account the prevailing advisories and abide by the *SCAPE’s Safe Management Measures. The appointed artists/arts collective would need to plan for scenarios with limited in-person interaction and include options of conducting the engagements and showcase digitally or in hybrid modes. The Residency may also be deferred or put on hold if necessary

 submit application by 23 Aug 2021

RESIDENCY PACKAGE

• A budget of up to $20,000 covering the artist/collective’s honorarium, materials costs associated with the process, and costs for the final showcase
  • $4,000 (20%) will be disbursed within 1 month upon appointment to the Residency
  • $12, 000 (60%) will be disbursed within 1 month upon finalising artwork concept
  • Up to S$4,000 (20%) will be disbursed upon completion of all deliverables and submission of reports. Amount to be reimbursed will be based on actual expenditure
• *SCAPE will facilitate link-ups with interested participants from the youth community and public, and provide spaces for the Residency, subject to availability, as well as provide publicity support
• Community Artist Sharing Session – a small, casual gathering where artists may share their process and plans, and receive feedback from peers
• Consultation sessions with Resource Panelists, who are experienced community artists, for feedback and guidance if needed

As part of NAC’s efforts to introduce emerging practitioners to community arts practices, student observers may be tagged to each Residency, where they will also offer some support for documenting community engagement.

RESIDENCY DELIVERABLES

• A Residency project that involves sustained, regular interaction[1] with the youth community during the five-month Residency period, with documentation and monthly updates of key milestones.
• A showcase Jan 2022 presented as a conclusion to the Residency
• An Evaluation Report and Financial Report, submitted within two months of the Residency’s completion, together with all supporting documents and receipts for verification purposes.

All deliverables must be met to receive the Residency package.

ELIGIBILITY

Who may apply

• Individual artist or arts collectives of up to four artists may apply
• Individuals who are at least 18 years old and at most 34 years old at the time of registration
  [For collective, at least 50% of the members is between 18 – 34 (inclusive)]
• Applicant must be practising artists with at least 2 years of relevant arts experience
• Applicant must commit to the entire duration of the Residency
• Only Singaporeans or Permanent Residents of Singapore may apply
• Arts collectives (up to four members) in which the majority of members are Singapore Citizens or PR may apply. The Primary Applicant will have to undertake legal and financial responsibility on behalf of the collective.

Who may not apply

• If your group or collective is constituted for non-secular purposes
• If you are a student

APPLICATION

How to apply? 

Interested participants are required to submit the form here by 23 Aug 2021, 2359 hours.

Required Information

You are required to prepare and submit the following information at the time of application:

• Your artistic objectives
• Residency Proposal – Write-up of your arts engagement plans
• Estimated budget
• A calendar of monthly milestones
• Curriculum Vitae of key parties involved
• Two referee contacts
• At least two samples of past work in the last two years /a link to your online portfolio
  

[1] Suggested commitment: 70 hours of engagement with the community for a five-month residency

Application Deadline

The table below lists the key dates:

All applications must be submitted by 23 Aug 2021, 2359hrs. You may submit your applications early, in advance of the application window. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be considered.

HOW APPLICATIONS ARE ASSESSED

Assessment Criteria

*SCAPE assessment will consider:

• The applicant’s track record and potential in contributing to community arts practice
• Artistic strength of proposal and quality of engagement process
• Project management – budget, feasibility of plans

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION

By submission of the Residency application form, the applicant agrees to all the abovementioned as well as the following terms and conditions:

1. *SCAPE reserves the right to record all or part of the proceedings of the Residency and related activities for broadcast and promotional purposes without payment to the applicants or the applicants’ consent. *SCAPE retains all rights to the recorded materials.
2. Any applicant who knowingly gives inaccurate or misleading information will be disqualified.
3. In case of any disputes, *SCAPE’s decision shall be final.
4. *SCAPE reserves the right to amend the rules and terms and conditions of the Residency.

submit application by 23 Aug 2021

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*SCAPE is part of the National Arts Council’s Arts and Culture Nodes Network.