RESIDENCIES FOR INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS
Deadline: Anytime
Location: Village of Val-David in the Laurentians, 1 hour from Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
L'Atelier de l'île is one of Quebec's oldest printmaking studios, with nearly 50 years of existence. Its international residency program aims to stimulate exchanges between regional, national and international artists. It is aimed at artists with recognized printmaking skills who are capable of working independently. Located in the heart of the Laurentian village of Val-David, Atelier de l'île offers an enchanting natural setting in a village renowned for its active cultural life. In an ideal context to recharge your batteries and let yourself be inspired by the surroundings, the artist-in-residence will have access 7 days/week to a bright, spacious and dynamic shared workspace to carry out innovative projects.
If required, the expertise of our technicians, backed by many years of experience, enables us to provide professional technical support for all printing techniques at an affordable hourly rate.
Languages spoken: French, English
Studio fees :
One week: $350 CAD Two weeks: $650 CAD One month: $1000 CAD
Lodging costs
Small private cottage with bedroom, kitchenette and small living room ( KM42 ): $550/week (low season)
Accommodation costs exclude: transportation, food and materials.
Terms of payment: 50% payable upon acceptance of file guaranteeing reservation date (non-refundable if cancelled within 30 days prior to residency)
and 50% payable upon artist's arrival.
RESSOURCES
Internet, wifi
Community workspace
Specialized printmaking equipment:
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3 intaglio presses (45x91 cm, 101x178 cm, 68x240 cm)
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Vandercook SP 15 letterpress
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Lithography press (76x127 cm) with various stone formats
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Screen printing equipment
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Digital workshop
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Digital printing
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Laser engraving and cutting Epilog Zing 40W, (30x60 cm)
Artist-technician support (at $30 CAD/hr) to help you evolve your practice
Numerous professional artists available to discuss your artistic research and approach
A limited sales counter for materials and paper
WITHIN A 1 KM WALK OF THE STUDIO
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Nature
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Lake
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River
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Bicycle path
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Food market
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Public market
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Exhibition center
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Bank machine
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Coffee shops
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Pub
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Restaurants
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Pharmacy
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Post office
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Hardware store
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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Curriculum vitae (maximum 3 pages)
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Artist statement (maximum 250 words)
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10 images of recent work
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Image identification sheet
Only digital files are accepted, by e-mail to info@atelier.qc.ca via Dropbox or WeTransfer.
For further information:
Tel: 819-322-6359
E-mail: info@atelier.qc.ca
In partnership with km 42 for accommodation