LONGSTAY Program 2024−25
Features
StudiosAvailable
AccommodationsAvailable
Presentation(exhibition, performance, and open studio)Available
Grants and subsidies for travel expensesAvailable
Grants and other financial supports/ Support by coordinators and art professionalsAvailable
Art genresVisual arts/ Fine arts , Performing arts , Craft / Applied arts , Film / Video , Others
RegionsKanto
| Program | |
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| Application period | Nov. 29, 2024 (Fri.) - Jan. 6, 2025 (Mon.) |
| Description | Opencall / Application Details:https://www.paradiseair.info/en/opencall/longstay/2024-25/ PARADISE AIR has held the LONGSTAY Program under various themes and with different application requirements. The 11th edition of the program is no different in that submission is open to all people of all nationalities working in the arts field. The outcome of the residency can take tangible or intangible form. Applications are widely accepted not only from artists but also from curators, researchers and other practitioners in related fields. We also welcome applications not only from outside of Japan, but also those currently residing in Japan. The opencall has begun, please apply with your ideas by January 6th. Reference information: PARADISE AIR 10th Anniversary Archive Book “POWERS OF TEN” The text part of English version is available free of charge https://www.paradiseair.info/en/news/2024/09/06/25250/ |
| Residency location | PARADISE AIR |
| Residency period | May – July 2025 at least 70 days and up to 90 days is possible during this period. We are waiting for you with the room open! |
| Qualification | Applicants must meet the following conditions: - Enjoy engaging in dialogue with the town - Currently living and working in the wider arts field, contributing to the contemporary creation of art (“Contributing to the contemporary creation of art” is not only limited to artists pursuing research and creative activities, but also includes the research, lectures, or symposiums created by people working in relation to art) - Be willing and able to engage in genuine cultural exchange with other residence artists and local residents during the term of residency - Be in good physical and mental health - Have flexibility regarding program scheduling, rules, and administration - Be able to conduct everyday conversation in Japanese and/or English |
| Pay by artists / Support for artists | - Accommodation (PARADISE AIR) - Transportation for one round trip from the artist’s place of residence to Matsudo (while transportation for artists living in Japan is not limited to one round trip, a maximum limit applies for total transportation costs) - Per diem: ¥3000 x number of days of residence, per group (cash) - Production costs: To be discussed (as it varies depending on the form and medium of expression) - Costs associated with equipment and transportation of artwork - Arrangement of venues for the presentation of work and coordination of events - Local support for daily life and production of work - Providing information about Matsudo - Costs associated with publicity |
| Selection process | A committee of staff, local residents and external juries will conduct a selection based on the submitted materials. |
| Contact | If you would like to make an inquiry, feel free to contact us at the email address below. Please note that we are unable to respond to any inquiries regarding the selection process. Email: long@paradiseair.info |
| Idea | There will be no theme for this year’s LONGSTAY Program. Instead, the PARADISE AIR team would like to share an idea with you while holding this open call. The idea is to view the program itself as a ship and together with the artist and the entire crew, to catch a glimpse of new horizons. Perhaps this will be found through the artist’s work, or it may be a destination that we reach together through the program. We have been running an artist-in-residence (AIR) since 2013, building strong relationships with resident artists and people from the local community who have inspired us in how we run our incredible programs, which we are so proud to continue offering. Nevertheless when we think about further improving our residency programs, many things are off the table because of how we operate our AIR—we do not have full time staff; everybody gathers together while working other jobs; some staff members live far away and work remotely; and we are limited in studio space, equipment, and budget. Through trial and error, we have been navigating these challenges in pursuit of our vision of paradise. A place where artists can enjoy their stay in Matsudo while fully immersing themselves in their work; where all members on board can provide meaningful support within the constraints of time; and where everyone works together towards a shared goal—such as holding an event—while respecting each person’s autonomy. Having recently celebrated a milestone with PARADISE AIR’s 10th anniversary, we are excited to invite applications for the LONGSTAY Program from far and wide—and for the very first time, with no theme. As we embark on this new journey, we are seeking artists who are eager to join us through their stay in paradise. Open Call Visual Design: Javed Ali (resident artist in 2024) Translation: Haruka Ueda |
| Members on Board (Crew Members) | - Resident Artist(s) - PARADISE AIR Coordinators Aki Miyatake, Ayaka Ura, Eriko Amo, Isao Kanamaki, Junpei Mori, Koji Kato, Mei Miyauchi, Moe Fujisue - Art Translators Kanoko Tamura, Yuki Harukawa - The Nearest Neighbors (Curator, Studio Artist) Arata Hasegawa, Riku Iioka, Riku Yamakawa - House Mother - Matsudo Local Residents - Matsudo Local Artists (PARADISE AIR Studio Artists and others) And others *In alphabetical order by name *Updated as needed! |
| Stipulations | - Copyright and ownership of any work created during the program will remain that of the artist. - PARADISE AIR retains the right to photograph and film all events, performances, workshops, and exhibitions conducted by the artist for the duration of the program. - We request full cooperation during all media coverage, as well as for coverage made by our staff and sponsors. - We kindly ask that applicants plan to participate in the program with their own health insurance. PARADISE AIR is not able to serve as an insurer or guarantor. - While we generally accommodate artists and/or groups who come to Matsudo alone, we welcome applications from those who hope to bring along their partner and/or children. Please indicate clearly in the application if you wish to do so. - For applicants who need to leave PARADISE AIR during their residency period, kindly let us know those dates and plans in the application. |
| How to Apply | https://www.paradiseair.info/en/opencall/longstay/2024-25/ |