Córtex Frontal Writing Residency

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Brief Description
Córtex Frontal offers a writing residency in Arraiolos, Portugal, welcoming writers, researchers, journalists, curators, and PhD students. Running since 2016, the program provides time and space for focused writing while engaging with a multidisciplinary artistic community. The residency duration ranges from a minimum of four weeks to a maximum of three months.

Information and Application Details

  • Duration: 4 weeks (minimum) to 3 months (maximum).
  • Accommodation: Private rooms in an 18th-century refurbished manor house with shared common areas, including a kitchen, studios, meeting rooms, terrace, and garden.
  • Workspace: Private or shared studios available 24/7, assigned based on project needs.
  • Program Inclusions:
    • Regular project follow-ups
    • Portfolio presentations
    • Networking opportunities
    • Field trips
    • Lectures at schools and universities
    • Thematic workshops
    • Open studio sessions

Fees and Support

  • Fee: €250 per week, covering accommodation, utilities, workspace, laundry, and access to bicycles.
  • Financial Support: A grant is available for a Portuguese artist. The organization assists in securing external funding.

Expectations from Participants

  • Engagement with the local community through workshops, artist talks, or educational events, arranged based on individual plans and availability.

How to Apply

  • Application forms are available online.
  • Pre-selected candidates will be invited for a Zoom interview.

Apply link: https://www.cortexfrontal.org/applying

Website: https://www.cortexfrontal.org/

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