We are thrilled to announce that we are accepting applications for the AIRBRUSH Residency Program for visual artists living and working in East Africa. Apply below.
When is Application Deadline: 21st July 2023 at 11.59 p.m. EAT.
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Tell Me About Award: The AIRBRUSH residency program is a 2-month residency which admits 3 visual artists per cohort and takes place at the Brush Tu collective’s studio space in Buruburu- Nairobi, Kenya.
The word “AIRBRUSH” is an acronym coined from “Artist In Residency at Brush Tu”. The 2023 residency is designed to advance the participating visual artists’ practice and grow the reach of their audience. It will admit 2 cohorts of residents from the East African region each running for a period of 2 months between August and December 2023.
AIRBRUSH is supported by a grant from Ignite Culture: ACP-EU Culture Program (Eastern Africa). This fund is being implemented by HEVA, in partnership with the British Council Kenya with the financial contribution of the European Union, and with further support from the Organization of ACP (African, Caribbean and Pacific) States. It is part of the global ACP-EU Culture Program.
Type: Training
Who can Apply? The Program will accept application from visual artists from the East African region.
Which Countries are Eligible? East African countries
Where will Award be Taken? Buruburu – Nairobi, Kenya.
How Many Awards? The residency will admit 3 visual artists for a period 2 months per cohort.
What is the Benefit of Award? Fully-funded
How Long will Award Last?
– 1st Cohort: August 15th – October 3rd 2023
– 2nd Cohort: August 17th – December 5th 2023
How to Apply: Apply here
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