Artist in Residence at The Haven

Announcing the first Artists Haven Residency at The Haven on beautiful Gabriola Island, BC

Thank you to all applicants, Our Artists in Residence have been chosen. Read the news release here.

Purpose

As a part of the The Haven's upcoming thirtieth anniversary celebration we are pleased to announce the first artist's residency as a way to recognize the important role of creativity in health and well-being. Throughout its history The Haven has offered programs that nurture and cultivate creativity. The Haven has also been a place where artists have found inspiration and a welcoming place to practice their craft. Now for the first time there will also be an opportunity for artists of all disciplines to apply for a residency program.

The Artist's Haven residency program provides accommodation for a two-week period in the beautiful setting of Gabriola Island. The Haven is delighted to be offering this opportunity in partnership with the Gabriola Arts Council.

Read this article on the Shen Blog by Mary Holdgrafer about the Dream of an Artist's Residency.

Kathy Ramsey, Chair of the Gabriola Arts Council, writes: "For generations artists of all disciplines have been drawn to the creative spark ignited by the cultural, environmental and social canvas that is Gabriola Island. With one of the largest concentrations of artists per capita in Canada, the Gabriola Arts Council has been the lead agency for the arts on Gabriola for the past 16 years and is thrilled for the opportunity to partner with The Haven in bringing new voices to the arts and culture of our island home. Artists accepted into The Haven's program will find a warm, knowledgeable and enthusiastic reception from island artists. And discovering an island community's passion and love for the arts? Well, that's nothing short of inspirational. The Council is convinced that the dialogue that starts between the artist and the island during this residency will be one that lasts a lifetime."

Information for the Artist In Residence program for 2013 will be coming shortly.

We offer:

• Free of charge accommodation between September 17 and October 1 2012.
• A large working space, with access to outdoor covered areas.
• Two bedrooms, a fully fitted kitchen and private bathroom, and onsite laundry facilities
• Wireless internet access.
• Dinner free of charge every day in our oceanfront dining room.
Breakfast or lunch available every day at staff discount rate (50% of the regular price). A peaceful rural setting with few distractions.
• Easy access to the many beautiful places Gabriola has to offer.
• A great opportunity to work with and learn from local artists, as well as sufficient solitary time 
to develop your work.

Dates: Sept 17 - October 1, 2012

Location: The Haven, Gabriola Island, BC

Context

The Haven is an international centre for personal and professional development. It is a place where people of all ages can grow and fulfill their potential while developing rewarding and respectful relationships with others. The Haven is a not-for-profit charitable organization on Gabriola Island, BC, Canada. For nearly thirty years the Haven has offered programs for personal and professional development and growth. Currently the course schedule includes a variety of programs with a creative focus.

Location

The Haven is on beautiful Gabriola Island, one of the southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia. People come to The Haven from all over Canada and the USA, as well as from Europe and Asia.

Getting to The Haven is easy!

Gabriola Island is

• 20 minutes ferry ride from Nanaimo
• 20 minutes by float plane from Vancouver Airport south terminal

Nanaimo is

• 20 minutes by float plane from downtown Vancouver or Vancouver Airport
• 1.5 to 2 hours from Vancouver by ferry
• 1.5 hours from Victoria by car

Guidelines

• The applicant should be a practicing artist seeking time to reflect upon and develop their work.
• The successful applicant will be selected based on artistic merit and the relevance of the materials contained in the application package.
• The applicant must be focused and self-directed.
• One piece of work created during the residency and completed by 31 December 2012 will be donated
 to The Haven.
• The applicant will provide the following activities during the residency: one 'open studio' session for local artists and students; a public talk, lecture or exhibition.
• Applicants must come during the specified time: the residence cannot be postponed.
• Applicants will pay their own travel expenses to and from The Haven.

Selection Procedure

Applications accepted from artists of all disciplines who reside in the Pacific Northwest area: British Columbia; Alberta; Saskatchewan; the Yukon; the Northwest Territories; Washington State; Oregon. Selections will be made by a peer review panel.

The Application Package

1. Completed application form
2. Support materials in a form that best describes the creative practice. This could be a brief audio or video presentation (maximum 5 minutes), ten high resolution (300 dpi) images of your best work in jpeg format on a CD. If sending images please include an Image list stating title, medium, size and date completed.
3. Bio (maximum length 250 words).
4. Artist's statement (maximum 250 words).
5. Resumé.
6. Two letters of reference.
7. Residency proposal letter stating intended course of exploration during the residency.

Closing date for applications has now passed.

Please send your application to:

Rachel Davey

Executive Director

The Haven

240 Davis Road

Gabriola Island, BC

V0R 1X1, Canada