K-AiR 2024 Open Call – Kòbọmọjẹ́ Artist Residency

Kòbọmọjẹ́ Artist Residency invites artists to apply for a residency program with focus on Capturing Women’s Histories in Nigeria. Artists are encouraged to reflect on the multifaceted contributions of women to nation-building, social dynamics, globalization and modernization. Their aim is to critically engage with the past, present and future impact of women in Nigeria by amplifying their often overlooked voices, and challenge narratives that uphold patriarchal ideologies.

This thematic residency is inspired by the life and times of Suliat Adedeji (1944 – 1996), a woman activist, business mogul and prominent political figure in Nigeria. From the late 1970s to 1996, she triumphed as a political stalwart despite being female. Her interests span youth empowerment and grassroot engagement. Today, our residency program is nestled in her main residence, Kòbọmọjẹ́ court, where she lived until 1996.

Throughout history, women have made valuable contributions to their societies. While some are well known, others obscured, all of them have been trail blazers. The residency welcome artists to explore the role of women in artistic, social, economic and political development of Nigeria. Female artists are particularly encouraged to apply, and creative thinkers whose practice highlights the complexities of gender dynamics. All manners and approaches of art-making are welcome.

What KAiR Offers:

• Accommodation and Studio Space
• Access to K-AiR’s extensive residency grounds and green area 
• Access to local resources and cultural events
• Production and Mobility Stipend
• Periodic artist talk, critique sessions or open studio
• Collaboration opportunities with local artists and communities
• Participants will be responsible for their transportation to and from Ibadan.

Residency Location:

Ibadan, Nigeria

Eligibility

• Artists with a track record of 5 years professional practice.
• Artists about 18 and across all regions and backgrounds can apply.
• Applicants should work in; Digital / Sound / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics / Literature

Residency Duration:

The residency commences from the 25th of June, 2024 for a period of 4 weeks.

Application process:

Applicants are should upload the following documents via the link below:

• An up-to-date CV detailing artists background and achievements
• An artist statement of no more than 250 words.
• A 500-word project proposal outlining the intended project and the goals for the residency
• List of collaborators such as artists, cultural professionals or cultural institutions in Ibadan with whom you wish to collaborate
• A 50 to 150-word bio of the applicant
• A high-resolution photograph of the applicant
• A portfolio containing most recent work. Visual, audio, video, and text should be sent as JPEG, MP3, MP4, DOCX respectively. For images, please send up to 10 images; for videos: a 5 – 10 minute video clip.

To apply, click here