Connect/Exchange Artist Residencies

Metal is delighted to announce that we’re a host partner of Connect/Exchange – a national UK residency scheme for artists with a screen-based practice developed by Northern Film & Media.

Connect/Exchange supports artists with the initial research & development of a new project via a two-part residency, together with associated professional networking and events. Metal Liverpool will support two artists who are pushing the boundaries of moving image, developing new, inspirational and challenging art.

If you’re interested in applying for a residency with Metal Liverpool – please apply via the Connect/ Exchange website.

Residencies for 2017 will take place in NewcastleGateshead with The NewBridge Project and BALTIC 39, Metal in Liverpool, Stills in Edinburgh and Chapter in Cardiff, offering a total of eight places across the host partnering venues.

DETAILS

Artists: One artist based in North East England, one artist based nationally

Fee: £2500, plus £500 materials, £500 travel and £1500 accommodation

Residency dates: Part One – week beginning 20th March. Part Two (flexible access) Up to six weeks between 27th March – 26th June 2017

Interviews: Monday 30th and Tuesday 31st January 2017