Applications for the Halls Island Artist Residency 2025 are now open!

Applications open December 1, 2024 and close February 28, 2025

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CLICK HERE for the Halls Island Artist Residency 2025 Application Form.

Who should apply?

We invite applications from artists from across Canada who are looking for a secluded place in which to reflect and refine their artistic discipline(s). Applicants must demonstrate a focus on their art form and be comfortable with rustic, off-grid living conditions. Successful artists are required to provide their own transportation to and from the landing on Koshlong Lake, their own food for the duration of the residency, and other supplies noted on the Visitor’s Guide. More detailed information will provided to the successful applicants. Individuals who engage in all forms of artistic expression are eligible to apply. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Halls Island Residency thrives on the contribution of unique and diverse artists. We encourage and welcome applications from artists of any discipline and we will consider all qualified individuals regardless of:

·        Ancestry, colour, race ·        Ethnicity or place of origin

·        Place of origin ·        Creed, Religion

·        Family or marital status ·        Sexual orientation

·        Gender, gender identity, gender expression ·        Disability

We value equality, diversity and inclusion, both in our artists and our volunteers. We are committed to promoting and maintaining trust and confidence.

The dignity of all individuals is important to us. We will not tolerate or condone any form of discrimination, harassment and/or other inappropriate behaviour, and we will not ignore any allegations of such acts brought to our attention.

What do you need to know before applying?

Residencies will be nine or ten days long. A specific calendar of dates is on the application form.

As you will have noted from this website, this is a water access only residency. Getting to Halls Island requires climbing in and out of a boat, as well as up and down stairs from the dock to the living quarters. Additionally, the general terrain and buildings may not be accessible for those with mobility issues. Please contact us with any questions regarding accessibility.

Please note that limited solar power and absence of WiFi limits the type of arts activities that Halls Island can support. Cell service, however, does work on the island. There is also no running water (drinking water is provided).

Artists may apply alone, with one other compatible artist, or may choose to share the residency with another selected artist. One residency will be available for an application from a group of three artists who work collaboratively. Please find details on the application form.

What is the application process?

Halls Island Artist Residency has an easy, streamlined application process which is accessed through the link below.

  • Complete the application form online and submit electronically as prompted including all support materials*

  • Within the application form you will be asked to submit your $25 administration fee. This fee is non-refundable and is used to help with our administrative costs. Please contact Halls Island Artist Residency for a possible waiver if this fee prevents you from applying.

*Support materials for your application include:

  • A professional curriculum vitae (max. 2 pages)

  • A project proposal for your residency at Halls Island (max. 450 words)

  • Provide the contact information of two references

  • A plan or proposal for a community engagement project (max. 300 words)

  • A sampling of your work (photos, recording, writing – whatever best suits your practice -- provide URL or DVD if appropriate, max. 5 items total)

Applications should consider “Why Halls Island?” and “Why now?”

Applications will only be considered if the online application is completed and the support material submitted by the stated deadline.

The selection committee will review all applications, extending invitations to selected artists. Once each residency date is filled, unsuccessful applicants will be informed.

Any questions can be addressed to hallsislandartistresidency@gmail.com

Information Collection, Use, and Sharing

The Halls Island Artist Residency respects your right to privacy. We only have access to/collect personal information that you voluntarily give us online, via email or through other direct contact from you. We will not sell or rent this information to anyone. We will use your information to respond to you regarding your application. We will add your contact information to our mailing list only with your permission. We will only share your application details with our jury members who will each be instructed to keep confidential and private any application material they have access to. If you have any concerns regarding our use of your personal information, please contact us directly at hallsislandartistresidency@gmail.com

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