Language:
English, French, Arabic
Founded:
2016
Duration:
2 weeks - 2 months
Paid by host:

The team will offer support for developing the artists’ researchers throughout the stay, through customizing an itinerary based on their research proposals. They also offer guidance with their art guide intern three days a week through the vibrant cultural scene and what the different areas of Cairo have to offer, alongside historical places. Out Of The Circle will also help the resident establish connections with other local artists or arts and culture organizations based on individual interests.

Paid by artist:

The residency fee per week is US$ 300 and includes: (a minimum of two weeks and a maximum of two months per stay), including:

  • A carefully planned residency itinerary based on Artist residency research and residency period.
  • A thorough introduction to Cairo’s local art scene, as well as collaborations and studio visits with Cairo-based artists, curators, and art practitioners.
  • Mentoring and Support in developing the artists’ research.
  • Publish about the Artist in Residence in our channels.
  • Living and working in Out Of The Circle’s studio located in Mohandessin including all bills (WiFi, gas, electricity, water).
  • Pick up from the airport. If the artist needs more Historical private tours in Cairo with a professional tour guide (in English or French) these are with extra fees.
  • Fine dining welcome dinner with the team.
Application guidelines:

To apply, please submit the Google form. Or you can send your application to [email protected] including the following:

  • Your full name (as stated in your passport) and artist name.
  • Nationality and country of residence.
  • Preference for your residency period and dates.
  • Your Biography and Portfolio or CV.
  • Your project concept and research proposal of a maximum of two A4 pages, explaining why you are interested in a residency with us
  • Work samples: 5 to 10 photos, or links to videos if you are a visual artist. Or two samples of your work if you are a curator or researcher.

If you are selected for the residency, they will ask for a copy of your passport, and an agreement will be made with all the details.

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Out Of The Circle

Out Of The Circle

Digital Art Residency
Description

Out of the Circle is an arts private entity based in Cairo, Egypt. They offer a platform that facilitates and curates events, residencies, and exhibitions for artists in a two-way exchange between the Egyptian and international art scene.
They connect Egyptian artists to the global scene by helping them secure enriching opportunities abroad, and in turn, organize artist residencies for international artists in Egypt. Out of the Circle also curates exhibitions and festivals on several scales. In parallel, they also conduct ongoing research projects and compile databases on digital and new media art in North Africa to better understand and support these mediums.

The Arts Residency offers an opportunity for artists working on their artistic research to explore connections and find relevance between technology, society, and art. The residency program focuses on artists who identify themself as multimedia or multi-disciplinary artists, however, visual, and sound artists or writers are also encouraged to apply if their artistic research could benefit from Egyptian history, culture, and society.

Outcome

If the Artist-in-Residence stays more than two weeks, optionally, an event can be organised for the artist-in-residence’s research outcomes which could be a performance, art talk, or other activities. This will be agreed upon in advance with the artist before coming to the residency and will be mentioned in the agreement document.

Studio Information

They offer a living and working space for the artist-in-residence. The workspace is a sunny space with a good view.

Accommodation Information

Accommodation is hosted by Out Of The Circle’s curator in a shared two-room studio in the Mohandessin area. This location is in central Cairo and a quick 15 – 20 minute cab ride from Zamalek or Downtown, two art-hub neighborhoods. The resident will have a private double room with a quiet co-working space, a communal living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom.
The Private Double room has a key and has air conditioning, plus shared space includes a working studio, bathroom, kitchen with fridge, cooker, and washing machine.

Technical Information

A small library that contains different books about art, curating, Egyptian History and Art.

Contact information

11 El-Reyad street
Mohandeseen
Cairo
12411
Egypt

Cairo
Cairo Governorate
Egypt

Email
elham [at] outofthecircle.org
Website
http://www.outofthecircle.org