Above: Blue Symphony by Jasmine Kok, resident artist 2003. |
Currently open for applications.
This residency is intended to encourage
links between artistic communities in Australia and Malaysia, and to support
individual artists, in recognition of how both countries have provided
many opportunities for the Hijjas family.
This is a funded 12-month residency,
providing accommodation, studio, financial assistance of RM2,000 per month
for living and materials, and an exhibition at the end of the year, all
on the Rimbun Dahan compound. Each year, one Australian and one Malaysian
artist are selected and share a show at the end. The Australian is also
provided with a return economy air fare between Australia and Malaysia. All proceeds from sales at the
exhibition go to the artists. The residency program, in consultation with
the artist, chooses two pieces from the exhibition for its permanent collection.
Applications for this residency should be submitted by the end of August
for consideration for the residencies of the following year. The residency
starts after Chinese New Year (usually February or March) culminating
in an exhibition before Chinese New Year the following year.
Accommodation consists of either a two-bedroom cottage with an Asian kitchen and bathroom, or a studio apartment with a small kitchen and bathroom attached.
Application Process
Application should be submitted by 31 August 2008 for the year of 2009.
Late applications may be acceptable, but please contact Mrs Angela Hijjas.
Please submit an application containing:
- Biodata.
- A selection of images/samples of recent work.
- A short statement of why a stay at Rimbun Dahan would benefit your
art practice.
Selection depends on the strength of the application.
Send hard copy applications to:
Mrs. Angela Hijjas
c/ Hijjas Kasturi Associates Sdn.,
23rd floor Menara Promet,
Jalan Sultan Ismail,
50250 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Send electronic applications to:
Mrs. Angela Hijjas
Hard copy application material will be returned after selections are
made.
Above: Artists' studios at Rimbun Dahan.
Conditions of Offer
1.
The residency is intended to give artists a chance to develop their work
for up to 12 months at Rimbun Dahan in Kuang, near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,
and as well to foster stronger links between Australia and Malaysia by
strengthening personal and artistic ties between the two countries.
2. Each year, a Malaysian and an Australian artist are invited to Rimbun
Dahan where they will work towards a joint exhibition at the end of their
combined residency.
3. Accommodation will be provided for each artist in the form of either
a two bedroomed cottage with an Asian kitchen and bathroom, or a studio
apartment with a small kitchen and bathroom attached. Utilities such as
water and electricity are supplied free of charge; a telephone is provided
but not paid for. The artist is at liberty to share his or her accommodation
with guests but the sponsor should be informed.
4. Studio space, separate from living quarters, of about 5m x 5m (ceiling
height 2.7m) is provided for each artist.
5. An allowance of RM 1000 per month for is provided to purchase art materials.
6. A car will be provided for the artists' use. There may not be exclusive
use of a vehicle each, and as the selection of cars tends to be old, allowances
have to be made. The cars are intended for transport to the train station
only. A van is available when necessary.
7. The artist will be provided with a living allowance of RM 1000 a month,
to be paid at the beginning of each month. Basic health care (visits to
a local GP) is provided, and accident insurance to a maximum coverage
of RM 100 000.
8. For the Australian artist, the fare for a return economy ticket will
be reimbursed to the artist on arrival in Malaysia. Should the artist
return to Australia for any reason during the Residency then the living
allowance will not be extended for that period away, but a period of 6
weeks may be spent on full allowance traveling within Malaysia.
9. The Malaysian artist will normally be required to terminate all other
forms of employment during the residency and must live within the compound
at Rimbun Dahan. A similar period of 6 weeks leave may be taken during
the residency.
10. The number of works produced during the residency is not an issue
but there should be sufficient works to mount a joint exhibition in the
Rimbun Dahan Gallery. The sponsors take no role in artistic decisions.
11. The sponsors will select, free of charge, two pieces from each artist
before the exhibition. The works will be chosen in consultation with the
artist. No commission is charged by the sponsor on sales.
12. There is no budget for shipping works after the show, for photography
or framing, but the sponsors undertake to produce a simple catalogue for
each artist as a record of their work during the programme. Work sold
will remain the responsibility of the artist to deliver and collect payment,
but the sponsors will help wherever possible.
13. The responsibility for the works remains that of the artist at all
times. Dehumidified, but not air conditioned, storage space is available
in the gallery.
14. The artist will not remove works from the exhibition until the end
of the show.
15. Should the artist be unable to adjust to the programme, the residency
may be terminated by mutual agreement, but the sponsor is not obliged
to provide an exhibition unless the artist has completed at least 9 months
of the residency. In the event of early termination, the sponsor will
not be responsible for anything other than for what is offered here.
16. The artists must possess a positive outlook to this opportunity. They
are not required to collaborate on work but it is hoped that they will
share and benefit from the possibilities presented. It should be stressed
that the sponsor is not an institution with resources to resolve problems
and the artists are expected to take responsibility for themselves.
17. The Residency is intended to provide artists with a calm and productive
environment for creative work. There are many opportunities to become
involved in the cultural life of Kuala Lumpur or to concentrate on work.
The sponsors live in the same 15 acre compound with the artists and other
staff who will help wherever possible. The artists are included in the
sponsors' social and cultural activities and all facilities within the
compound are available for use, such as the tennis court and swimming
pool. The sponsors endeavor to provide a supportive environment but the
success of the residency depends largely on the attitude and flexibility
of the artist.
There is no special selection process as it largely hinges on personal
recommendations and the sponsor finding an artist's work interesting.
Usually the choice for the following year is made mid year. |
