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AiR 351 is an innovative international visual arts residency program founded in 2016, nestled in the vibrant cultural landscape of Cascais, in the Lisbon region. This program is designed to support both artists and curators from around the globe, fostering their creative processes in a collaborative and highly supportive environment. AiR 351 partners with various institutions including museums, universities, and art schools, enhancing the residency experience through diverse contextual engagements. Residents at AiR 351 benefit from individual studios located at the Centro de Artes e Criatividade (CAC) in Torres Vedras, along with access to communal spaces that facilitate both solitary and communal forms of creativity. The program is structured to integrate residents into the local artistic community, provide extensive technical and curatorial support, and offer networking opportunities with AiR 351’s wide range of partners. Each residency period spans a minimum of three months for artists and one month for curators, which allows for profound engagement with the local culture and art scene. AiR 351 also organizes regular studio visits, public presentations, and an annual exhibition to showcase the works developed during the residency. In terms of financial support, AiR 351 periodically offers grants, such as the AiR 351 / CAC Grant, which covers living expenses, accommodation, and membership fees for the duration of the residency. This comprehensive support structure not only alleviates financial burdens but also enriches the artistic development of the residents. The program's application process is inclusive and detailed, requiring a motivation letter, CV, and portfolio, ensuring that only candidates with significant potential and readiness are selected. AiR 351 maintains a permanent open call for applications, making it a dynamically evolving cultural hub that continuously attracts and supports international artistic talent.
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I was doing a parallel program since I used to live nearby Cascais. Air 351 helped me developing an exhibition back in 2020. I had the support of the technician and curator of the residence. Supervisioned by a jury, I applied to this type of support and I got it. Was really nice to share ideias with the community. Good to focus on the production with a very good arts shop nearby called Ponto das Artes. The only difficulty might be to find a room to live, but the team helps you to find out. Was the first time I had important visits in my studio, altough was during the lock down in Portugal, was overall very productive.
Too bad expensive.
Beautiful building, newly renovated studios, spectacular location in downtown Cascais. Surrounding natural parks to be explored. I went during Covid, and there was almost no activities carried out - a bit disappointing after paying full price. It is a quieter residency, where you can work in solitude.