Asia link, Arts Residency Application Information for 2011

Asia link, Arts Residency Application Information for 2011 07/17/2010

Would you love a three to four month working holiday in Asia, as an artist in residence?

Arts Residency Application Information for 2011 Each year the Asialink Residency program sends 40 Australian writers, performers, artists and arts managers to live and work throughout Asia. Since its inception in 1991 the program has sent more than 550 people to hosts in 19 countries.The grant of up to $12,000 goes towardstravel, living and project expenses, and affords recipients the opportunity for in-depth research, stimulating cultural exchanges, international collaboration and uninterrupted time for creativity.

I once enjoyed a six week working holiday as an artist in San Francisco. I was there for the Black Friday sales following the Thanksgiving holiday and I remember buying loads of art supplies and clothing, I had a ball.

Applications for 2011 residencies are now open, and close on 10 September 2010.

Arts Residency Application Information.