adriftproject hosts artist residencies aboard SV Hawa for up to two residents at a time as we transit the lovely and diverse US east coast following good weather. By creating art and networking with like-minded individuals and institutions along our journey--and leaving a clean wake as much as possible--we hope to be a small part of humanity's drive towards a more beneficial collective mindset.
All forms of artists 21+ are welcome to apply, please visit our website for details. Follow us on socials, contact us, and find us out on the water!
Fair winds,
Michael and Jenn
Residency Eligibility
Residency Experience Summary
Application Information
- You must be at least 21 years of age.
- Be able to get to the relevant port physically and financially
- Physically be able to climb ladders, bend and stoop, lift up to 50 lbs. Please list any physical limitations, usually we can work with them, however, some can be too dangerous for this residency.
- Submit your website (preferred) or portfolio of between 10 and 20 images or up to 5 minutes of video or audio.
- Submit a brief statement of intent while aboard the vessel and, if they are not on your website, your artist statement and CV.
- Indicate three (contiguous or otherwise) lengths of time you might be available in order of preference.
- Read, understand, and agree to the ‘Realities of Boat Life’ on the application form below (must sign).
- Be prepared to sign a liability waiver and video/imagery waiver if selected. (Video/imagery form optional)
Unfortunately we are still self-funded, we need some income to operate. This will hopefully change in the future once the residency brings in more external funding. Of course external grants or funding is available in many places, if you need any assistance with that or documentation we are more than happy to work with you. We highly recommend at least one full week, but are flexible if you have a specific idea. Some occasions we might have work studies available.
- Weekly stay: $600 to the residency for room and board. This covers food on board but not things like restaurants and museums on shore.
- Daily stay: $80 for any extra days you stay under 7 in a row
- Monthly stay: $1800 If for example you start weekly and end up staying a month, you will qualify for monthly.
Our goal is to share this incredible experience with artists to facilitate their conceptual and technical growth; your journey starts with an email. We hope to hear from you soon.
We are happy to assist with forms and documentation you might need to attain a grand or funding.