2006-2007

Discipline: visual arts (painting, sculpture, pottery and ceramics, photography, new media, comics, design, art history, installation, performance, art media, handicrafts)

Origin of candidates: all regions of the world (except India)

Language: English

Age: between 25 and 40

Deadline: 30 April 2006

Application to be sent to: Sanskriti Kendra

Host and partner institution: located on the foothills of the Aravali mountains, a few kilometres outside of New Delhi, the Sanskriti Kendra enables creative people from diverse disciplines to work, study and interact in harmony with each other and the natural environment. The Centre was created by the Sanskriti Foundation, a registered public charitable trust founded in 1979.

Working/living conditions: the Centre has 12 studio-apartments which are specifically designed as combined living and work quarters. Basic technical equipment is provided as well as workshop and conference facilities, a library, an open air auditorium and a museum. Training courses are not offered as artists will work on projects of their own choice.

Nature of bursary: return ticket, board (vegetarian meals) and lodging, as well as US$750 to cover living expenses and materials. The laureate must provide his/her own health insurance.

Dates of residency: to be fixed by mutual agreement between 1 October 2006 and 30 April 2007
 
Eligibility: practitioners of the above-mentioned disciplines of demonstrated ability and commitment, between 25 and 40 years of age. Working knowledge of English required.

How to apply: send the application form in this website directly to Sanskriti Kendra at the above address, together with the following documents:

- a curriculum vitæ
- a recent photograph
- a description of the project
- press releases
- a language proficiency certificate
- a letter of application
- two testimonials
- 10 slides, photographs, CD-ROM or video of recent work

A copy of the application form ONLY must be sent to UNESCO-IFPC.

Closing date for applications: 30 April 2006