THE CREATIVE RESIDENCY DETAIL:
The residency program focuses on creating a platform for artists of all art -forms who will work with Cook Islands Artists.
We seek artists who have a connection to the heritage arts of the Cook Islands. The residency will in turn feed into the development of work for consideration of Arts festivals in NZ and the Cook Islands as well as other Pacific Nations and International events.
The residency is about stability, security and productive outcomes for the community and artist reinforcing collaboration and exchange of artistic knowledge and expression on a more intimate and learned level. As Cook Islands creative producers the opportunity to create a retreat experience for artists to experience a different culture influences not only the artist but builds our skills and abilities to showcase Cook Islands pacific style and art. We know how to support artists and make sure they are cared for and protected to create the best experience and work.
THE NUTS AND BOLTS
The residency will occur in Rarotonga however when possible we will also fly the artist to Aitutaki for 3 days to work with Araura College and Pa Enua Artists.
Artists must first send an expression of interest and Resume which will then see Motone and partners select the artist.
On the ground logistics and what the artist receives:
Expectations of the artist:
3xworkshops (minimum), 2xrecorded or filmed sessions, 1xpresentation, 1xproject plan of future development of the work.
Expenses paid by the artist:
General day to day living costs telecommunication costs ( this may be waivered depending on sponsorship), Drivers license and insurance costs on car.
The evaluation of the residency will be conducted in the following ways:
Debrief session with the artist and report written,
The residency opens opportunities for collaborative expression. It is core to the residency that the artist is afforded the opportunities to engage with cultural perspectives and beliefs to access the values, customs, rituals, dance, song,
language and cultural expressions of the Cook Islands. If you are an interested artist and want to begin show an expression of interest please contact us.
Thanks to our supporters, sponsors and funders Motone's creative residency program has been designed to create collaborative work between the selected artist and our community. The program utilises the skills of the selected artist to preserve and innovate a Cook Islands Heritage art form. The program establishes a forum and framework that will see the continued recognition of our heritage art forms and applies adaption and contemporary frameworks re-igniting fresh new ways of looking and presenting and producing art. This first residency project is the trail to ensure we establish a long standing residency in the Pacific. The residency provides the environment for an individual to explore his/her artistic practice within the Cook Islands community; meeting new people and artists. The program uses traditionally known art forms and contemporary/new materials and or practice to combine the artist and community experiences. Thus forming the final arts product of the residency.
Previous residents
2013 Murray Hickman of Strike Percussion
2014 is Francis Kora of the Kora and Modern Maori Quartet.
2015 - The Residency Programme was on hold
2016 - Resident to be selected
The residency program focuses on creating a platform for artists of all art -forms who will work with Cook Islands Artists.
We seek artists who have a connection to the heritage arts of the Cook Islands. The residency will in turn feed into the development of work for consideration of Arts festivals in NZ and the Cook Islands as well as other Pacific Nations and International events.
The residency is about stability, security and productive outcomes for the community and artist reinforcing collaboration and exchange of artistic knowledge and expression on a more intimate and learned level. As Cook Islands creative producers the opportunity to create a retreat experience for artists to experience a different culture influences not only the artist but builds our skills and abilities to showcase Cook Islands pacific style and art. We know how to support artists and make sure they are cared for and protected to create the best experience and work.
THE NUTS AND BOLTS
The residency will occur in Rarotonga however when possible we will also fly the artist to Aitutaki for 3 days to work with Araura College and Pa Enua Artists.
Artists must first send an expression of interest and Resume which will then see Motone and partners select the artist.
- A project plan that illustrates potential of the work being further developed after the residency
On the ground logistics and what the artist receives:
- Return flights from country of origin.
- Accommodation will be provided for the artist. Rent an power covered.
- One car will be provided to the artist for the duration of the residency confirmed from Islands Car and Bike Hire.
- A small amount of the artists discipline materials will be provided.
- A weekly allowance of $300.00 over the four weeks
- Three Cultural/ hosted community dinners
- All logistics and a meeting schedule to connect with artists and community.
Expectations of the artist:
3xworkshops (minimum), 2xrecorded or filmed sessions, 1xpresentation, 1xproject plan of future development of the work.
Expenses paid by the artist:
General day to day living costs telecommunication costs ( this may be waivered depending on sponsorship), Drivers license and insurance costs on car.
The evaluation of the residency will be conducted in the following ways:
Debrief session with the artist and report written,
- Debrief with the local artists who took part in the workshops and recordings. and or filming·
- Reviews of work.
The residency opens opportunities for collaborative expression. It is core to the residency that the artist is afforded the opportunities to engage with cultural perspectives and beliefs to access the values, customs, rituals, dance, song,
language and cultural expressions of the Cook Islands. If you are an interested artist and want to begin show an expression of interest please contact us.
Thanks to our supporters, sponsors and funders Motone's creative residency program has been designed to create collaborative work between the selected artist and our community. The program utilises the skills of the selected artist to preserve and innovate a Cook Islands Heritage art form. The program establishes a forum and framework that will see the continued recognition of our heritage art forms and applies adaption and contemporary frameworks re-igniting fresh new ways of looking and presenting and producing art. This first residency project is the trail to ensure we establish a long standing residency in the Pacific. The residency provides the environment for an individual to explore his/her artistic practice within the Cook Islands community; meeting new people and artists. The program uses traditionally known art forms and contemporary/new materials and or practice to combine the artist and community experiences. Thus forming the final arts product of the residency.
Previous residents
2013 Murray Hickman of Strike Percussion
2014 is Francis Kora of the Kora and Modern Maori Quartet.
2015 - The Residency Programme was on hold
2016 - Resident to be selected
2013 Creative Resident Murray Hickman - Murray said .." Motone Cook Islands Creative Residency is a once in a career opportunity which allows me to be part of a unique program that facilitates the development of innovative new artwork, celebrates our creative diversity, champions inclusion, and reaches across the Pacific to create enduring social and cultural bonds."
2014 Creative Resident Francis Kora
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