Uncool Artist Online Art Residency

ILAP promotes participants’ personal and professional growth through theoretical discussions, knowledge exchanges, expert sessions and exercises customized to their individual aspirations. It also offers opportunities to expand networks and engage in critical discussions about the current art world offering an enriching experience for artists, curators, critics, researchers, educators, and professionals in the cultural sector.

We believe in a concept of artistic residency as an ‘assisted studio practice’, i.e. as a space for dialogue between curators, artists, and other agents of the art field, in which the priority is the organicity of the relationships, and in which a guide is created for experiences structured in a flexible way. At ILAP there is no a priori result: everything varies according to the purposes and involvement of each one in the processes. This model, present in traditional schools such as Royal College of Arts (London, UK), De Atelies (Amsterdam, Netherlands), has been adapted to the online world where participants have the opportunity to focus on their proposed projects, explore new directions in their artistic practice and deepen their knowledge of international contemporary art.

We are open for applications for 2024/2025

Applications deadline:
March 17 (SUN), 2024, 11:59 pm (ET).

Methodology

Creating strong and lasting bonds is key to a sustainable and happy life in the arts. Our focus is on cohesive work and collaborative growth rather than stimulating a romanticized view of “the artist” or “the curator” as the stars in the art world.

For us, a welcoming and interdisciplinary community is the primary way to professional, financial, and emotional fulfillment for all those involved, while respecting individualities and specific necessities without losing sight that we are stronger when we collaborate.

Themes

Current debates in contemporary art
The international art scene
Research and artistic practices
Art project development
Artwork circulation and sales
Exercises in exploring multiple topics and mediums
Analysis of international open calls and funding opportunities
Artist statements and project proposals
Creating a portfolio and artist website
Web presence and digital projects

Tuition Fee

2,400 USD per quarter (600 Program Deposit + 1,800 Program Fee)
4,400 USD per two quarters (1,100 Program Deposit + 3,300 Program Fee)
6,400 USD per three quarters (1,600 Program Deposit + 4,800 Program Fee)

Financial Aid
Uncool Artist is a self-funded artist-run organization and will work with those in need to find financial aid to support their attendance. Financial aid needs can be addressed through the application form. We encourage everyone to apply regardless of their financial situation.