Accomodation
The residency is located at Myren Gård in Vågsbygd, consisting of beautiful Swiss style houses and an elaborate English garden.
The Residency is a charming little house situated between the historic main house and the printmaker community’s exhibition space. The space has lots of natural light, cosy shared living spaces with a fireplace in the kitchen and two private bedrooms named Grønnlien and Lupen. Here two artist can stay at a time to develop their skills, research or take the time to recharge and be inspired.
All rooms are simply furnished and have wireless internet access.
Usually the residency is shared between two guest artists. Please submit individual applications, but feel free to note in your introduction that you are interested in traveling with a companion (and please let us know their name). Creative couples/spouses will most likely receive double beds when possible. We will help facilitate all schedules including arrivals and departures.
Specific information
- 1 access pass to the workshop reserved for the printmaker resident.
- Kitchen is stocked with basic appliances and utensils.
- Kitchen has a fireplace
- Laundry facilities are available free of charge.
- Shared living room and studio space
- One shared bathroom (It is the artist’s responsibility to provide their own toiletries.)
- Private bedroom. There are two rooms.
- Bike at free disposal
- Free access to wireless internet.
Expenses paid by the artist:
- Travel
- Food
- Supplies
Our main goal
The main goals of the residency are networking and new artistic production. More specifically, the residency aims to create a place where artists have the freedom to experiment and work through artistic challenges free from the obligations and expectations of their usual daily environment. The program is open to individuals interested in pursuing artistic research related to their work.
During their stay, artists are introduced to the region’s art scene as well as other artists and practitioners for potential partnerships.
The residency accepts applications from international and national artists, as well as regional artists who need a temporary, alternative project space. There are no specific expectations for the residents, except that the artist must live and work on site during the period. Every visitor is encouraged to facilitate a presentation of the work they have completed during their stay, either as an exhibition or an open atelier.
It is the aim of AiR Kristiansand to offer a meeting point between visiting residents and the Agder art community. Artists in residence are invited to exhibition openings, lectures, seminars and other cultural events, creating space for dialogue and shared experiences.
With the exception of the months of July and december, the residency is occupied year-round.
