Brief Description:

The La Becque Artist Residency is a 6-month fully funded program located in La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland. It supports artists across multiple disciplines, offering a monthly grant, a travel refund, studio space, and private accommodation. The residency encourages projects exploring the intersection of nature, environment, and technology. Selection is made by an international jury, considering both established and emerging artists based on their portfolio and proposed project.

Information & Application Details

  • Host Organization: La Becque
  • Residency Duration: 6 months
  • Location: La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland
  • Discipline: Digital Art, Sound, Painting, Architecture, Drawing, Literature, Photography, Video, Graphic Arts, Installation, Performance, Sculpture, Textile Art, Ceramics
  • Theme: No specific theme, but projects related to nature, environment, and technology are encouraged
  • Additional Features:
    • Location Setting: Rural
    • Workshop Availability: Unknown
    • Exhibition Opportunity: Unknown

 

Eligibility

  • Open to artists born in 2002 or earlier
  • Students are not eligible

 

How to Apply & Submission Requirements

  • Application Type: Online
  • Deadline: March 18, 2025
  • Application Fee: None
  • Required Documents:
    • Portfolio
    • Application Form
    • Project Description (specific to La Becque residency)
    • Reference Letter

 

Program Benefits / Awards

  • Financial Support: 1,500 CHF per month
  • Accommodation & Workspace: Private space + Studio
  • Travel Reimbursement: Up to 1,000 CHF
  • Residency Fee: None (fully funded)

 

Selection Process

  • International transdisciplinary jury
  • Selection Based on:
    • Portfolio quality
    • Relevance of project to residency themes
    • Artistic growth potential

 

Contact & Resources

  • Location: La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland
  • Address: 1, Chemin de la Becque, 1814 La Tour-de-Peilz, Switzerland

 

Website: https://labecque.ch/residences/

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