d/Deaf and/or disabled artist development residency
Residency application and information
Toi Pōneke Arts Centre is pleased to announce the 2025 residency program for d/Deaf and/or disabled artists, with a call for submissions.
Contact our Public Programmer with any queries at sascha.perfect@wcc.govt.nz or 021 971 186
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Dates
The Residency will run from – 10 February – 23 March 2025 (6 weeks)
Applications open – 23 September 2024
Applications close – 5pm, Monday 18 November 2024
Successful artist notified and announced – Early December
What’s on offer
This opportunity is open to one d/Deaf and/or disabled artist based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara, to develop new work.
Toi Pōneke development residencies are usually 4 weeks; however, we have extended this residency to 6 weeks to provide you with more time to work in a flexible way.
We anticipate your project will take up to 144 hours. This works out to 24 hours per week. However, you can split your time in a way that works for you.
When you are considering your proposal think about how long your work will take to make.
Scale your idea to align with the 144 hours allocated to the residency
The artist fee is $3750 before tax.
You will have access to a paid interpreter/mentor/companion/ other support person of your choice. We will discuss what your needs are and arrange suitable support dependent on your needs.
At the end of the residency, there will be an opportunity to present a work in progress studio showing of your work to invited guests. Toi Pōneke staff will be available to assist with install or set up if required.
Advice and support on how to pitch for the next year of exhibitions at Toi Pōneke will be part of the residency debrief, if this is relevant to your work.
Helen Fletcher and Bindi - The d/Deaf and/or Disabled Artist Development Resident 2024
Eligibility
To apply, you must be:
d/Deaf or disabled person or identify as having a disability or impairment.
New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.
Please note:
You don’t need an arts degree to apply – but you should have an existing arts practice. Types of practice that are suitable would be writing, drawing, painting, sculpture, print, textiles, mixed media, photography, film and video.
This residency is not suitable for performing arts, theatre rehearsals, live music or very large works.
If you are unsure if your art practice is right for this residency you can call or email sascha.perfect@wcc.govt.nz or 021 971 186
We are looking for:
Projects that pitch a new idea you want to explore or expand on your existing work.
Projects that extend or develop your artistic practice
An artist currently residing in Wellington City* and intending to live in Wellington for at least one year after they complete the residency.
Wellington City* - based New Zealand citizens or permanent residents. You must have a current Wellington City address at the time of application. If you are shortlisted, you will be required to verify this address and your NZ residency status.
Assessment
An independent panel appointed by Toi Pōneke - including disabled people - will select the successful candidate.
Applicants will be assessed on the following:
artistic merits of previous work and proposed work
your work experience - background CV
Aho Tini Strategic Outcomes - connection with communities
artistic aspirations during the residency
future aspirations and outcomes for the project
Terms And Conditions
If successful, you will be required to sign the Toi Pōneke Residency Agreement before any payments are made.
Access Info
There are two studio spaces to choose from.
Option 1 - Studio 20, East building - the size of 3.32m x 5.4m, with a door 76cm wide.
Studio 20 viewed from door looking in towards front and side windows
Studio 20 viewed from side looking back towards the door
Or Option 2 - Office 4, West Building – the size of 2.6m x 4.2m, with a door 75cm wide
Office 4 , West Building, view from door
Office 4, West building viewed from window looking back to door
Or Option 3 - Studio 14, East Building – the size of 6m x 4.75m, with a door 76cm wide.
Studio 14, East building viewed from back wall looking towards door
Studio 14. East building viewed from door
Toi Pōneke is wheelchair accessible venue, though in-part due to its age, there are some challenges.
Toi Pōneke Arts Centre, East building front entrance and driveway
There is ramp access to the East building which is available via the central driveway (under the over bridge).
Accessible toilets are currently only available on the ground floor. There is a lift from the ground floor at reception. The lift has braille indicators but does not announce the floor.
The Lift in the west building is old and requires you to shut a grill door. There is an overbridge that connects both buildings so you can use the east lift to get across to the west building however there are 2 sets of heavy doors to open along the way. We will work with you to figure out which space will suit you best.
You will be provided with a key to the studio and a swipe card to access the building after reception hours.
If you have any questions about the studios or if you would like to visit Toi Pōneke in person and see the access before you apply, please get in touch with the Public Programmer – Sascha Perfect at sascha.perfect@wcc.govt.nz to arrange.
Visit the Access page on the Toi Pōneke website.
How To Apply
The following section explains what you need to provide as part of your application. You will upload your files to the OneDrive link provided.
Please get in touch if you need support with this.
You can include all the information in one document (or video/audio file), or you can upload multiple files, please ensure that your name is included in all your file names.
Your application will include:
Application form
Short CV
Three images of your work (if relevant to your work)
Links to websites/video sharing platforms/online written material (optional)
Download Application Form
Application form Content
Your application will include the following information. You could respond in a video/audio file if you prefer.
Contact information
Including name
Email address
phone number, and preferred method of contact.
Responses to Application Prompts
Including an artistic statement
concept for your work
statement about potential outcomes of the residency and what this opportunity would mean to you.
Submitting your application
Upload your files to the OneDrive Folder below.
Please include your own name in the file name.
Deadline
Applications close - 5pm, Monday 18 November 2024
checklist
Before you upload your application, check that it includes:
Contact information
Responses to application prompts
Any relevant links
Three images of your work (if relevant to your work)
CV
Contact us
If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, or if you need any assistance completing your application, please contact:
Sascha Perfect (she/her)
Public Programmer – Toi Pōneke Arts Centre
Frequently asked Questions
What is this residency?
A residency is where you – the artist – are given a space at Toi Pōneke to make your work. You become an Artist-in-Residence here. We welcome you to use our space as your own – we want to make you feel like part of the Toi Pōneke community.
What sort of art?
Option 1 & 3- Studio 14 and 20. We think this residency is then suitable for 2D and 3D artworks – image or object based. This might include:
writing
drawing
painting
sculpture
print
textiles
mixed media
photography
video
Option 2 - Office 4. Would be suitable for a writer or Filmmaker.
All studios are not suitable for: performing arts, theatre rehearsals, live music or very large works.
Contact our Public Programmer to discuss if you are unsure.
‘i need support’
You can have a friend of family member assist you in completing this application.
Our Public Programmer at Toi Pōneke is happy to chat with you about your application and answer any questions you may have. They can also assist you to fill out the application form.
You are welcome to contact Arts Access Aotearoa for further advice and support.
Why we use the language ‘d/Deaf and disabled’
d/Deaf
We use this to be inclusive for those who identify as Deaf with their own languages and those with a hearing diagnosis or who are hard of hearing. – we are using the same language used in the Aho Tini 2030 strategy.
and disabled
We talk about disabled people – people who have been disabled by society. This is in line with Office for Disability Issues and the New Zealand Disability Strategy.
Why this program?
Our aim for this residency is to increase opportunities for d/Deaf and disabled artists and increasing their visibility. We are committed to improving access here at Toi Pōneke and the aims of the Aho Tini 2030 strategy
This is only the third time we’ve offered this residency. We know there might be a few ‘bumps in the road’ as we work out the best way to do things.
We’re aware that not everything on this website is accessible. We’re working on improving this and we welcome your feedback.
Key Dates
2024
23 September
Call for submissions
Monday 18 November
Applications close at 5pm
Early December
Recipient announced
2025
early February
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10 February - 23 March
Residency at Toi Pōneke begins - 6 weeks
late March
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