ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

Nordic AIR, Bergen
Pb. 1745 Nordnes
5816 BERGEN
Norway

Target group: Nordic
Discipline: Fine art / arts and craft
Founded: 1987
Duration: 2 months

Description
Nordic air, Bergen offers a place for working, sketching and research. The residency is organised by Hordaland Art Centre which is located close by the residency’s studio and apartment. Hordaland Art Centre is an artist-run institution with its own gallery. In addition they organize seminars and various other activities.

Accommodation information
Individual apartment of 50 m2. Comprise living-room/kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. The flat is fully furnished, also with radio and TV.

Studio information
The studio is located in short distance from the accommodation. It has an area of about 95 m2 with a kitchenette, dining area and shower.

Location
Bergen is the second largest city in Norway (approximately 200.000 citizens) and is located on the south-western coast of Norway. The studio is at the USF, a former sardine factory which is located near the harbour; close to the centre of the city. Bergen has a rich and concentrated cultural life. A variety of art forms are well represented with museums, theatres, galleries and a number of festivals. See www.visitbergen.com

Paid by host
Studio, accommodation, travel expenses (up to NOK 5000,-) and a grant to cover other expenses during the artist’s stay (NOK 7000,-/month).

Application criteria
Artists from Nordic countries
Images of previous works
Artist statement / project proposal for the residency period
CV

Deadline
15th August

Application address
Nordic air, Bergen
c/o Hordaland Kunstsenter
Pb 1745 Nordnes
5816 Bergen
Norway

Telephone +47 55 90 85 90
Fax +47 55 90 85 99
e-mail: hks@kunstsenter.no
web: www.kunstsenter.no