Artist in residence unit
Application requirements of all Artists in
Residence
The residential
units will be used for two purposes: 1) rental property to outside
agencies for short term accommodation, and 2) for visiting Artists in
Residence. It is envisaged that the units will be made available to
visiting artists as a first priority. If one or neither of the units is
required for this purpose then they will be made available to other
agencies such as La Trobe University and The Mildura Arts Centre.
Unit 1 consists of a one bedroom apartment with two single beds in
the bedroom. These single beds can be zipped together to make a queen bed
if required. There is a double sofa bed in the living area if needed.
Unit 2 consists of a one bedroom apartment with a double bed.
The Artist in residence program aims to provide opportunities for practicing artists to further their experience in a stimulating, comfortable, creative and supportive environment. Unless outside funding is available to the emerging long term artist in resident, they may be expected to run workshops, hold an exhibition, give a floor talk and donate work to the gallery to off set and compensate for the cost of a studio space and accommodation. The Art Vault will advertise the artist's work on their website and through other media outlets. Important and established Australian artists, including overseas artists and Aboriginal artists, may be invited to undertake a residency.
Long term artists
in residence -
The Art Vault has two fully furnished units available for Artist in
Residence. The residency program is an integral part of the program. The
Artist in Residence program is invitation and proposal based. The Art
Vault reserves the right to invite established and international artists
to be involved in the program and community as it offers wonderful
opportunities for the local artists and community.
In addition artists who are beginning and emerging can apply to be
considered for a residency and to be involved in The Art Vault program.
This long term residency is available at The Art Vault and can be from two
weeks and up to two months. In addition to the accommodation the artist
will be provided with a studio space. Artists are invited to apply to The
Art Vault and include all the information required in the "How to
Apply" section.
Commercial rental costs for each unit are $770 per week. The applying
artist has the opportunity to offset the cost of the rental by offering
any of the following options in exchange. The artist can offer to donate
artwork, hold an exhibition and run workshops. For example, a printmaker
could donate two sets of multiple prints to The Art Vault and a painter
one major or two medium pieces of work. Money made through holding
workshops would be split equally between The Art Vault and the artist
after expenses are paid. Income generated through the sale of work at an
exhibition will be split 2/3rds to the artist and 1/3rd to The Art Vault
after expenses have been paid.
When applying for the artist in residence position you can offer any of
the above exchanges and The Art Vault will take this into account with
your application. We will then provide you with an opportunity to
participate in the program at reduced rates of rental or as a complete
exchange. Bearing in mind that if you run one workshop at $100.00 per
person with 10 participants, amounting to $1000 dollars, less
approximately $200 in material costs and then the artist and The Art Vault
would receive $400 each. We would look at running one workshop per month
as you would be relying on The Art Vault to advertise and fill workshop
places. Of course artwork donations and print exchanges are valued at
current gallery prices and all applications will be assessed individually.
The Art Vault is committed to providing outstanding opportunities for
artists and understands that not all artists make commercial work and will
present each application to its committee for consideration. All
applications will be responded to and when an offer is made it will be up
to the artist to confirm. Once an offer is made, The Art Vault will
support any funding application that the artist considers.
Short term artists in residence - This residency is available to a
beginning or emerging artist and the residency is for a 2 week stay. As
this is a shorter residency period The Art Vault offers a reduced rate of
$550 per week which is payable in full. Once your application has been
accepted artists are encouraged to apply for funding and The Art Vault
will provide letters of support for your application on request.
If an artist would like to be considered for any of the subsidies
available to the long term artist in residence, these will be based on the
$770 rate per week. Please, include this in your application with
consideration to a positive financial income.
In your application please all the information specified in the "How
to Apply" section.
Rental of the Residences to outside agents
The residential units will be used for two purposes:
1. rental accommodation to outside agencies for short term accommodation
2. for accommodation for visiting Artists in Residence.
The
units will be made available to visiting artists as a first priority. If
one or neither of the units is required for this purpose then they will
be made available to other agencies such as La Trobe University and the
Mildura Arts Centre.
Unit
1 –
consists of a one bedroom apartment with a queen bed
Unit
2 –
consists of a one bedroom unit with two single beds which can be zipped
together to make a king size bed. There is also a double sofa bed in the
loungeroom.
The
cost of each unit is $121 per day. The weekly rate for each unit is
$770. The apartments are not serviced during the rental period unless
this has been arranged prior to the booking date. A service fee of $60
will apply for each serving request (cleaning, new towels and sheets). A
request for making the bed and tidying the apartment will generate an
additional $15 a day.
1. Invited Artist in Residence
The
Art Vault reserves the right to invite established national and
international artists as Artists in Residence. These artists are
selected by The Art Vault and this category is not open to artists
through the application process.
2. Artist in Residence by application
An Artist in Resident can apply to stay and work
at The Art Vault as a full fee paying artist. A Fee paying artist can be
given a residency which varies in length from one week to four weeks.
The cost of accommodation and a studio is
$850 per week.
Artists who are competent printmakers may use the printmaking area at
the usual hiring cost of $35 per half day. Artists who are not
familiar with printmaking equipment may also use the space at a fee to
be negotiated depending on how much technical assistance they require.
If consumables such as inks and cleaning agents are required then an
additional sessional fee of $15 will apply. For further information
refer to the print room policy.
Please note, all artists who produce works for editioning or editioned
prints while at The Art Vault must contribute two of the edition of each
print to the Art Vault collection.
The Artist may also apply to hold an exhibition in
the Small Gallery. The length of exhibitions are from 2-3 weeks and the
cost of hiring the gallery is $520. The Artist will need to go through
the normal application process for holding an exhibition. The Artist
should submit the two applications concurrently. The forms for holding
an exhibition are available on the website
www.theartvault.com under
‘applications’ sub heading ‘application for holding an exhibition’.
Paying Artists in Residence will be slotted into the program if a
suitable vacancy occurs and if they meet the following criteria:
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capacity to produce good quality artwork
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indicates professionalism as an artist
- the facilities are suitable for the proposed activities of the artist
3. Paying Artist in Residence with a proposed negotiated package by
application
Process
Application for a Paid Residency
Committee decides on whether an exhibition should be offered (if
requested)
Committee recommends to the Director if a package should be considered
Director decides on the package to be offered
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Applicant informed of results
Once an artist has been selected as a Paying
Artist in Residence then the Director of The Art Vault in consultation
with others may offer a Paying Residency at a reduced cost.
This is not an automatic right and is considered
case by case.
Any
artists applying to do a residency can apply to be considered for a
negotiated package to reduce the cost of their residency. This may
involve, for example, donation of work(s) to the gallery and two sets of
prints if editioning at The Art Vault. A paying Artist in Residence may
be offered an opportunity to run a workshop and/or hold an exhibition.
They can choose to use any money made from these
towards paying the cost of their residency. The amount they make will be
dependent on enrolment numbers in workshops, the cost of materials and
sales made during an exhibition. An artist may offer to give a talk
while in residency but there is no reduction to their residency as a
result. La
The paying artist may be considered for a reduction based on the following criteria:
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the artist’s capacity and willingness to provide stimulation to other artists and the arts community within the local Sunraysia area
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the quality of the artwork
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the professionalism of the artist
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the relevance of the proposed art activities as these relate to the viability of the gallery
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the suitability of the facilities for the artist
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‘academic’ credentials of the artist
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the proposed value to the Art Vault of the trade off of artwork and the potential sale ability of the work
Packages will only be negotiated between the Director and the Artist
after an application has been viewed and accepted by the independent
committee
Expectations of all Artists in Residence
Commission
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Sales of artwork by the Artist through
the gallery will attract a 33.3%
commission after framing and commissions
to third parties have been added.
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The Art Vault if required will charge
40-50% commission if the Artist’s
Gallery requires a payment of commission
to them. The maximum commission paid to
another Gallery by The Art Vault is
between 10-20%.
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If the Artist in Residence runs a
workshop then materials purchased for
the workshop will be deducted from the
fees collected. The remaining money will
be divided equally between the Artist
and the Art Vault.
Responsibilities of Artists in Residence
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Artists in Residence are responsible for
the payment of transport costs for
themselves and their artwork to and from
The Art Vault
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The Artist is responsible for the
insurance of their artwork while in
transit to The Art Vault
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Artists in Residence are responsible for
the provision of and payment of the
materials required for producing their
work. They can negotiate to use items
such as paper, chemicals and tools owned
by The Art Vault but will need to
recompense The Art Vault.
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If an Artist requires the use of a
master printmaker then the Artist must
negotiate a payment package with the
Master Printmaker and cover all costs
for the printmaker
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The Artist is responsible for providing
their own food and transport
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The Artist will be required to pay for
any repairs required to the Gallery if
the gallery hanging system is not used.
The Art Vault prefers to receive work
framed or mounted.
Responsibilities of
The
Art Vault
The
Art Vault will provide a fully furnished air conditioned apartment with
linen and kitchen utensils
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The Art Vault will provide a studio with
internet connections, air conditioning,
benches and chairs
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The Art Vault will pay for publicity in
selected Art Magazines and the local
media the fact that the artist is an
Artist in Residence at The Art Vault
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The Art Vault will design and send out
invitations to any openings or special
events undertaken as part of a residency
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The Art Vault staff will assist with
curating and hanging an exhibition and
with the setting up of workshops
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The Art Vault will provide gallery
exhibition space for all invited Artists
in Residence and will negotiate the
possibility of an exhibition with
applying Artists in Residence.
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The Art Vault will insure artwork while
it is in the building.
Housekeeping
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The Artist will be required to keep
their unit, studio space and shared
facilities in a clean, safe and well
maintained condition
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No animals are permitted for health and
safety reasons
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No smoking or the use of illicit drugs
are permitted on the premises
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All visitors or additional guests must
be agreed in advance
- Artists in Residence may park their car undercover in the spaces allocated for Artists in Residence
Application requirements of all Artists in
Residence
The
Art Vault will require the following information.
1. The preferred dates for a residency – preferably 6 -18 months ahead.
2. A description of the artwork that you envisage producing, including
the medium and scale of the work
3. An artist’s statement (one A4 page typed).
A curriculum vitae (1-2 pages typed) – that includes: year born; key
events
(qualifications, major employment, grants); individual and group
exhibitions (most recent first); awards; collections and commissions;
selected reviews and publications; and gallery representation if
applicable.
4. Photographic support material, ie photographic images or digital
images on CD
or
DVD (jpeg format) or audiovisual support material. This visual support
material should indicate the media to be used and examples of the
direction of the work.
5. A completed application form including a statement that gives the
gallery the right
to
use visual imagery of the artist’s work for promotional purposes
(catalogues, invitations, media promotion, and the website).
Send
all information to:
The Art Vault
Mildura 3500
Artist in Residence through application
A
selection panel comprised of 3 people (one from The Art Vault and two
professional artists and/or members of art organisations) will consider
all applications and their judgment will be final.
Closing Dates for applications
(envelopes must be postmarked before the closing date)
February 1
June
1
October 1
Applicants will be notified within a month of the closing date
How to apply as an Artist in Residence through
application
Initial Application
Complete the attached
application form and post it along with all required support
material and a sufficiently stamped self addressed return envelope. Only
postal applications are considered. All information must be sent
altogether as one package. All photographic work and typed documentation
is the responsibility of the artist and not The Art Vault staff. All
applications must be typed in 12 point font size. The submission must
include the following information with the initial application:
Checklist when applying for a residency
1.
Have you decided which closing date you are going to submit your
application by?
2.
Have you indicated possible dates for a residency in 6 -18months time?
3.
Have you enclosed a large self addressed and stamped envelope?
4.
Have you described the media you intend to use and the scale of your
work for the residency?
5.
Have you completed a typed artist’s statement of less than one page for
the proposed residency?
6. If
you propose to work with another artist or a master printmaker you will
need to include a letter of support from them
7.
Have you submitted a typed curriculum vitae of less than two pages?
8.
Have you supplied less than 10 high quality images of work which
indicate the proposed direction of your residency? Are these images
clear with high resolution and cropped on a CD in jpeg format? If a
multi media presentation have you enclosed a DVD? Has each image been
clearly labeled with the artist’s name, title of the work, date, size
and medium?
9.
Have you completed and enclosed the
application form?
10.
Has all of the above been placed in a large addressed and stamped
envelope if being posted or all of the above placed in a folder
addressed
to The Art Vault,