2010 Summer Art Colony:
Description:
Taller Portobelo Norte Summer Art Colony • July 4th - July 25th
Taller Portobelo Norte is now accepting proposals for it's 2010 Summer Art Colony in Panama.
The TPN Art Colony is a two or three week summer residency program for emerging and professional visual artists that attracts a diverse and talented set of individuals to work independently on the continuation of their current projects or the realization of new small works. Art Colony participants have a documented commitment to their artistic practice and the ability to appreciate and grow in an atmosphere of independent, guerilla style creativity that applauds innovation and forward thinking.
Although we ask for a project proposal, we encourage participants to think of this as a loose plan and come ready to create work without a predetermined agenda or schedule. A big part of the value of this artistic experience is a high level of interaction with peers and the local community. We aim to provide a space for visionary artists whose work stimulates and expands artistic boundaries and conventions to create work thta challenges themselves and gives voice to their ideas.
Qualifications:
Taller Portobelo Norte defines art broadly enough to encompass a myriad of disciplines. We are open to project proposals from artists working in any creative mediums. Undergraduate students are not eligible to apply.
Trip Fee:
$1425 for 2 week residency
$2245 for 3 week residency
As a grassroots arts organization, TPN does not have the funding to offer scholarships and grants for attendance. Again, all applicants are encouraged to seriously consider whether they are able to make this financial investment in their artistic practice.
Fee Includes:
• Ground transportation between Airport & Portobelo
• Multi-occupancy room
• 2 daily meals at Taller Portobelo
• Tour of historic Portobelo
• Guided critiques
Not Included:
• Round trip Airfare
• Meals outside of Taller Portobelo
• Art Supplies
• Souvenirs and incidentals
Additional Trip Options:
Taller Portobelo Norte offers participants to visit Panama City, The Panama Canal, The Colon Duty Free Zone, and Isla Grande beaches for an additional fee. More information on these side trips will be forwarded upon acceptance of your application.
Deadline to Apply:
The deadline for 2010 has passed.
Proposal Guidelines:
Please click here to download the proposal pdf.
