ABOUT
ACEA-Marnay is an artist residency supported by les Ateliers de Création et d’Expression Artistique (ACEA). We focus on bringing people together to emphasize the importance of meaningful and multi-layered cultural exchanges through music and art.
ARTIST RESIDENCY
ACEA-Marnay Artist Residency invites emerging and established artists of all disciplines for a time and space away from their usual environments. We provide an opportunity for artists to reflect, research, create, and present in the small, rural village of
Marnay Sur Seine, France.
DESCRIPTION OF RESIDENCY
ACEA-Marnay allows regional, national, and international artists the opportunity to exchange professional and emotive
approaches towards new experiences and aesthetic realities. Located in the historic village of Marnay Sur Seine
(1 hour by train from Paris) ACEA-Marnay emphasizes the connection between the local community and the diverse
artists this village attracts. This residency encourages projects promoting the interaction and relationships between
different cultures worldwide.
Duration of Residency:
1 to 2 months
Number of Artists at one time:
3
ACEA-Marnay offers each artist support for the following aspects of the residency:
-Private bedroom with private bathroom
-Shared kitchen with other artists in residence
-Private art studio
-Possibility of individual exhibition/Artist talk
-Weekly trips to the farmer’s market/local establishments for groceries/art supplies, etc.
-Two group outings per residency to research the Champagne-Ardenne region
-Information about daily logistics as well as the regional arts scene
-Interaction with the community
Residency fees do not include:
-Airfares
-Visas
-Airport pickup or return (although we will help organize this for you)
-Transportation
-General living costs such as food, health, and travel insurance (we will assist you in finding proper groceries and staples)
-Art supplies (we will assist you in finding specific supplies if necessary)
ACEA-Marnay is an independent project and is currently unable to provide financial support for visiting artists. For artists applying for grants and scholarships in their home country ACEA-Marnay can provide official documents and letters of invitation as necessary.
Selection Procedure:
By Committee
Application Deadlines:
Spring 2024 residencies (March, April, May) due December 15, 2023
Summer 2024 residencies (June, July, August) due February 1, 2024
Fall /Winter 2024 residencies (Sept., Oct., Nov., Dec.) due May 1, 2024
Email keri@acea-marnay.org for detailed information and application
Rates:
950 euros per month per artist
Website link: https://www.acea-marnay.org/en