Applications are now open for the new RHS Harlow Carr 'Artist in Residence', giving an artist the chance to showcase their work.
RHS Garden Harlow Carr seeks new artist in residence Applications are now open for the new RHS Harlow Carr 'Artist in Residence', giving a local artist the chance to showcase their work.
The successful artist will be imagining and developing their own interpretation of the garden to share with the gardens visitors.
After the fantastic success of last year’s artist Hilary Burnett Cooper, this year’s appointee will also follow in the footsteps of award winning artists Nel Whatmore and Anita Bowerman.
The Artist in Residence programme will last a full year, culminating with a solo exhibition at the garden as well as space at the RHS Harlow Carr Summer Garden Weekend 2024.
Education and Learning Manager, Kirstie Blything said;
‘This will be a wonderful opportunity for an artist to respond to an outstanding horticultural collection.
"Whether you are inspired by our scientific and biological work, the exploration of the landscape and wildlife in it or individual specimens, we are sure that this opportunity will develop artworks that will be innovative and engaging for all.
"We are looking for an artist to present a personal interpretation and perspective of Harlow Carr, creating new work that is innovative, pushes boundaries and inspires well-being.
"We hope this new work will inspire the public to examine their own vision of the gardens and encourage them to engage in new, creative conversations, continuing the development of Harlow Carr as a site that inspires creative practice."
The appointed artist will need to spend at least three weeks on site during their residency, carrying out research and demonstrating their artistic practice at the garden, working closely with the team on site whilst also conversing with and informing the public about the role.
They will develop a participatory programme which could include activity such as workshops, open studios, talks etc.. to help encourage visitors to use the gardens to inspire their own creative visions.
To apply, applicants need to send a completed application form along with 5 jpegs illustrating their work to HCartistresidency@rhs.org.uk
Applications close 5pm, Friday 24th February.
For further information and to apply, visit https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/harlow-carr/artist-in-residence
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