Greatmore Studios brings together artists from diverse cultural and national backgrounds in a creative working environment through its residency programmes. The residencies encourage new ideas and stimulate professionalism, creativity and productivity. There are 12 studio spaces allocated for residencies.
The residencies are geared towards local and international artists and curators.
The mentorship residency is aimed at emerging artists. All other residencies are aimed at mid careered artists.
Applications for the May- July 2012 Visiting Artists residency are now closed.
Four studios are allocated for visiting artists. Twelve visiting residencies are available each year, with three to four visiting artists participating at any one time. The duration of the residency is for 3 months. Visiting artists are obliged to interact with the permanent residents, give a presentation of their work, participate in the outreach programme and exhibit their work at the end of their stay. The visiting residency includes accommodation, studio space, per diems, outreach and materials budget plus an exhibition in Greatmore's Gallery space. On occasion Greatmore can accept self funded artists. For more infomation contact
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In addition to being provided with studio facilities and administrative support, permanent residents can also benefit from Greatmore's digital programme. Through this programme, permanent residents have unlimited access to the internet, enabling them to keep up to date with events, including exhibitions, residencies and competitions. The programme also includes training courses in selected applications and assistance in building websites. Permanent resident artists are required to participate in outreach programmes. These activities range from slide shows and workshops to lectures and presentations at various local institutions and schools as well as in communities. To apply for any of the residency programmes, please select an application form from the list below. Complete the form and return to: You must also submit the following with your application: Applications may be sent at any time of year and should be made at least six months in advance. Send digital applications to:
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Send hard copied applications to: Hand deliver applications to: (this address unreliable for mail) Pamella Tel: (021) 447 9699, Fax: 086 663 4830 Email:
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Apply For Permanent Residency Currently accepting applications for 2012 Apply For Visiting Residency Currently accepting applications for 2012Visiting Artists Residency
The aim of the Visiting Artists Residency is to facilitate cultural exchange and creative dialogue by bringing together international and local artists in a stimulating and supportive environment. In this milieu, artists have formed strong professional bonds and lifelong friendships.Permanent Artists Residency
Eight studios are rented as private spaces where local artists work on a full-time basis as permanent residents. The residency can last from 6 months to 3 years depending on availability and the needs of the individual.Apply
The Greatmore Studios Committee
PO Box 250,
Woodstock, 7915
Cape Town
Greatmore Studios,
47 - 49 Greatmore Street,
Woodstock, 7925
Cape Town
For further information please contact:
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