Created in 2011 in Clermont-Ferrand, Artistes en résidence (A·R) is a non-profit organisation that supports contemporary creation by organising residencies for artists in the field of contemporary art. They support international mobility of artists and the circulation of ideas and skills through the development of a vast network of local, national and international partners.
Inaugurated in 2020, the 100-day residency programme aims at welcoming artists of all ages and nationalities to Clermont-Ferrand for a period of 100 days. Selected artists are free to organise their residency as suited to their availability, whether it be over 100 consecutive days or dispersed over the course of one year. This flexibility takes into consideration the varied realities of artists and allows time for reflection, research and experimentation compatible with the artists’ professional and private obligations.
The residency comprises of the following:
- A stipend of 4,500 EUR.
- Travel costs can be covered up to 700 EUR per artist. A·R covers at least one round trip for each selected artist, even if this one round trip exceeds 700 EUR.
- The accommodation is a private bedroom in a fully equipped three-bedroom apartment – with a bathroom and kitchen as well as a garden – shared with other residents.
- Artists have access to a 160 square meter studio space, shared by up to three residents, with access to technical equipment.
- Meetings and exchanges fostered by A·R’s team.
- The artists may, if they wish, organise or take part in a public event during which they can present their work or research. Artists can benefit from a flat fee of 150 EUR for up to one public event during their residency.
