SÍM Residency

This residency was meaningful for my practice primarily because of the discussion opportunities, and also the private time for exploration. The environment itself was very conducive to focused thinking and I have memorable experiences not just of the new work that I made but also what I learned from the role of art in the places around me, and the perspectives of the international artists I got to learn from. This residency requires grant funding to support it unless you will be self-funding.

SIM is one of the best places to be creative and feel free. The way SIM operates and builds community is another level, which I really appreciate. I hope many artists can experience this.

I speak from the point of view of a dancer. I loved my experience there. It might be tricky for a dancer, since the space itself doesn't have a dance space itself, but they have a good relation with a dance studio 15 min walk away. That should be taken into account when applying for grants, to include the fees of the dance space as well. Everything went very smoothly for me though, and what I created there, I still hold dear in my artistic practice. The rooms where you sleep have a beautiful desk, and space to think with a calm environment. I would advise to go there and I would go back there myself again, as soon as I get the chance.

The costs are high, because the island is expensive. You need grants from your country.