The International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP) announces an open call for its residency program. ISCP is a leading nonprofit, residency-based contemporary art institution for emerging to mid-career artists and curators from around the world, including the United States. With 35+ artists and curators in residence at all times, ISCP is a vibrant community of contemporary art practitioners. The program provides residents with the space, time, and support to develop new projects. With additional activities tailored for professional development and public engagement, ISCP serves as a platform for producing, presenting and contextualizing contemporary art through a diverse range of international perspectives. ISCP’s public programs encourage dialogue and integrate residents into the cultural landscape of New York City, making ISCP an exciting hub for contemporary art.
ISCP is currently accepting applications from visual artists and curators in all disciplines who would like to engage with ISCP’s unique and dynamic programming and creative community. The residency program includes 24-hour access to a private furnished studio space, regular studio visits from Visiting Critics; Field Trips to museums, galleries and other cultural venues; and participation in Artist Talks and semi-annual Open Studios (April and November residents). Residents at ISCP are also invited to take part in ISCP’s Exhibition Program and Participatory Projects (off-site, public works).
A residency at ISCP is typically three to six months, although artists and curators can apply for up to one year.
To apply, please visit www.iscp-nyc.org/apply.html
guidelines
artists and curators can apply for residencies at iscp. there are two ways of applying, a partner application or a direct application.
Residencies are between three and twelve months and are sponsored by governments, corporations, foundations, institutions, organizations, galleries and private patrons. Each artist or curator is provided with 24-hour access to their studio and wireless internet. In addition, all residents can use ISCP’s common areas. ISCP does not provide or arrange living accommodation, however, a number of partner sponsors, who send participants to ISCP each year, have a furnished apartment for residents. In addition, sponsors often give a stipend for accommodation, living expenses, travel and materials.
partner application
ISCP collaborates with over forty partner governments, institutions and organizations to fund residency opportunities. Partner sponsors publicly call for applications for residencies at ISCP. Click here for a list of partner sponsors.
direct application
If you wish to apply directly to ISCP, please read the information below carefully:
Please email the application form and supporting materials. ISCP does not locate sponsors for direct applicants. Once accepted, artists and curators are responsible for securing funding. Please have a look at our previous sponsors for potential funding sources. When planning your residency, please bear in mind that residencies are scheduled approximately one year in advance. We are currently scheduling 2014-2015. There is no deadline and the application review takes place once every two months.
The following steps must be taken in the order below before an applicant can be accepted into ISCP:
- Application is sent to ISCP
- ISCP’s panel reviews the application within two months
- If the application is successful, the applicant receives an acceptance letter
- Applicant has two years from the date of the acceptance letter to locate funding
- When funding has been secured by applicant, ISCP confirms directly with sponsor
- When sponsor has confirmed, ISCP staff and applicant schedule residency
- If necessary, applicant must apply for a US visa (see below)
- Applicant makes appointment with ISCP staff and arrives in New York
The program fee for 2014 is $20,761.68 to $22,947.36 per year or $1,730.14 to $1,912.28 per month. In addition, the applicant needs to calculate accommodation, living, travel and health insurance costs for the duration of their stay in New York.
Addendum for foreign applicants regarding visa application
Once a contract has been signed between the sponsor and ISCP, residents should immediately begin the process of securing a visa to enter the United States. The U.S. State Department’s consular website can be checked to confirm visa eligibility and requirements: http://travel.state.gov/
ISCP recommends making contact immediately with the nearest United States Consulate or Embassy in the resident’s home country. ISCP residents generally enter the United States on a B1/B2 visa, which is issued for business/tourist purposes. ISCP will provide a letter in support of the visa application to incoming participants.
