Zhunan Snake Kiln Artist in Residence Project
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Introduction to Zhunan Snake Kiln
"Zhunan Snake Kiln" was established in 1972 and has gradually transformed from a traditional pottery factory to a platform for folk crafts and ceramic art creation. It is dedicated to the promotion of Taiwan's ceramic culture research and the inheritance of traditional ceramic techniques. Through diverse activities such as ceramic art creation, exhibitions, workshops, research and publications, Zhunan Snake Kiln is a dynamic entity that continuously fosters and creates Taiwan's ceramic culture. In recent years, it has focused on promoting high-temperature wood firing, becoming a space for studying and exchanging high-temperature wood firing and injecting abundant artistic energy into the area.
The residency project provides artists with a working studio, exhibition space, and accommodation. It not only enhances opportunities for ceramic art exchange but also allows artists to deeply engage with local artists, the public, different cultures, and life in Taiwan.
Eligibility: Open to individuals of any nationality who are 18 years old or above.
Application Process: Applications should be submitted three months to one year prior to the intended residency period.
Please fill out the Artist Residency Application Form and attach artworks that comprehensively showcase your personal artistic background and achievements, to skiln707@gmail.com.
Number of Residencies: Two artists per year.
Duration of Residency: One to two months.
Recommended Residency Period: March to May, and October to December.
Services Provided:
(1) Clay and ceramic materials (special materials need to be self-provided)
(2) Working studio
(3) Exhibition space
(4) Curatorial services
Fees: Space usage fee NT$2,000 per week (includes lunch and dinner; breakfast is self-provided)
Review Mechanism: Applications will be reviewed by the evaluation committee of Zhunan Snake Kiln.
Artist's Contribution:
(1) Provide 1-2 artworks created during the residency.
(2) Give 1-2 workshops or lectures to enhance the learning opportunities in ceramic arts at Zhunan Snake Kiln (choose one or both options). Artists will receive a 50% share of the income from these activities, while Zhunan Snake Kiln will receive the other 50%.
1. Environment at Zhunan Snake Kiln:
Languages: English and Chinese
Studio: 1 studio
Wood-fired kilns: 1 Anagama (1.5m³), 2 general kilns (0.6-1m³)
Electric kilns: 1 small kiln with a diameter of 36 cm and height of 32 cm
Accommodation: 1 bedroom with a single bed, shared bathroom
Other facilities: Slab roller and pottery wheel
Other resources: Supply of studio clay, visiting 1-2 Taiwanese ceramists, learning opportunities in high-temperature wood firing
2. Kiln Firing Fee:
High-temperature wood firing kiln: Each unit is 30 x 30 x 30 cm (including wood and kiln operators).
Below 1350℃$3,300 TWD per unit, 1360℃ to 1420℃$4,500 TWD per unit
Electric kiln: $1,500 TWD per firing. Diameter 36 cm, height 32 cm.
3. Exhibition:
The exhibition space is provided at Zhunan Snake Kiln. We offer curatorial services, media news releases, exhibition promotional materials, and posters.
Display cabinets and tables are provided. There will be tea and coffee during the opening. If refreshments are needed, the artist will be responsible for the cost.
The income from the sale of exhibited artworks will be shared, with the artist receiving 50% and Zhunan Snake Kiln receiving 50%.
4. Contact Information:
Zhunan Snake Kiln Cultural Studio
Email: skiln707@gmail.com
Tel: 886-37 623-057
Website: www.skiln.com.tw
Address: No. 7, Dapuding, Neighbor 7, Gongguanli Village, Zhu-nan Township, Miaoli County
Artist Residency Application Form for Zhunan Snake Kiln
Name (must match passport):
Nationality:
Gender:
Date of Birth:
Email:
Education:
Awards:
Intended Residency Period:
Previous Residency Experience:
Residency Project Proposal:
Artworks: