Artist In Residency Programme

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) invites visual artists to apply for the artist-in-residence programme. This programme is sponsored by the MTN Foundation.

Residency Details:

The residency will be hosted at the William Humphreys Art Gallery in Kimberley from 24 February 2025 to 31 March 2025. The programme is open to South African artists only.

Application Deadline: 9 February 2025

Announcement of successful candidate: 14 February 2025

Requirements for Application:

• Artistic Background: Provide a short bio or artist statement highlighting your artistic journey and influences. Outline your artistic vision and the themes you explore in your work.
• Exhibition Experience: Demonstrate a history of participating in group exhibitions. Showcase experience with at least one solo exhibition.
• Media Coverage: Provide evidence of media coverage of your works, including both print and online publications.
• Art Education: Provide evidence of completion of basic art training or relevant educational background.
• Project Proposal: Submit a detailed project proposal outlining the specific project or idea you intend to develop during your residency.
• Artwork Portfolio: Submit a portfolio containing at least 10 artworks that represent the diversity and breadth of your artistic practice.
• Online Presence: Include a link to your artist website or blog, if available, to provide additional context and insight into your work.

Expectations of the Resident Artist:

• Public Programming Participation: Actively participate in public programming organized by the William Humphreys Art Gallery.
• Solo Exhibition Commitment: Create a new body of work for a solo exhibition at the conclusion of the residency.
• Museum Ambassadorship: Promote and serve as an ambassador for the William Humphreys Art Gallery.
• Workshop Leadership: Lead workshops for the public, contributing to the educational aspect of the residency.

Residency Benefits:

• Honorarium: R20 000 on the completion of the residency
• Meal allowance
• National return tickets to Kimberley, if needed
• Private accommodation
• Private studio
• Internet access
• Exhibition space
• Stationery and materials required by the artist:  Limited up to R10 000

How to Apply:

Online submission can be done via:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgBlghps1T2IgcbyD45q2OsNTRXSDv99vZrjizWHAERSDBjw/viewform?usp=header

Alternatively submit your application to malikah@whag.co.za include all required documents and ensure your proposal aligns with the vision of WHAG. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered for the selection process.

For inquiries, contact Malikah Meyer:

malikah@whag.co.za

053 831 1724/5