adriftproject Residency Inc.

our vessel SV Hawa in the water, Charleston SC

our vessel SV Hawa in the water, Charleston SC

adriftproject Residency Inc.

New Haven, CT, United States

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

Contact

315 Front St.
New Haven, CT 06513
United States

Year Founded
2022
Context
Urban
Suburban
Rural
Remote
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Thematic
Retreat
Community-engaged
Research
Experiential
Residency Length
5 days - 2 months
Languages
English
French
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
2
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
May apply as a team
Discipline
Acting
Animation
Architecture
Art Conservation
Art Education
Art History
Augmented Reality
Biology
Book Arts
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Dance
Digital Fabrication
Digital Media
Documentary
Drawing
Ecology
Electronic Arts
Environmental Arts
Environmentalism/Conservation
Fiction
Film
Fine Metals/Jewelry
Glass Arts
Graphic Design
History
Illustration
Installation Arts
Interdisciplinary Arts
Journalism
Landscape Architecture
Literary Nonfiction
Literature
Mixed Media
Moving Image
Multimedia Arts
Music
New Genres
Opera
Painting
Paper Arts
Performance Art
Philosophy
Photography
Playwriting
Poetry
Printmaking
Public Art
Science
Screenwriting
Sculpture
Social Practice
Sound Art
Storytelling
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Theater
Translation
Virtual Reality
Visual Arts
Woodworking
Writing
Companions
Pets (Non-service animals)
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
Residents granted leave during residency
Spouses/partners allowed for full stay (non-collaborators)
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Donate a work of art
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
Give artist talk or presentation
Other
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Opportunity to travel
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Research support
Art production support
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Access to training on new artistic techniques and/or apprenticeship
Inspiration from natural environment
Inspiration from cultural context
Professional development support and/or trainings
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Opportunities for work with the local community
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Other
Additional Eligibility 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)
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
2
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
2
Artist Stipend
0
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
600
US Dollar (USD)
Fee Details

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.

Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Application Fee
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
Communication before arrival to discuss accommodations, medical conditions, or other health needs
Orientation upon arrival
Contact information and available accommodations for programs, events, and campus
Full description of accessibility on campus
Written and or hard copies of text being presented
Staff/volunteer reading information aloud
Staff/volunteer giving directions
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Inaccessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Michael Fadel
Accessibility Contact Email
adriftprimary@gmail.com
Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Accessible Housing
Inaccessible
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
Inaccessible
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Common salon, galley, head, (living room, kitchen, and bathroom) as well as exterior spaces on the boat.

Additional Housing Information
WIFI available in housing
Meals Provided
Some meals (at least 2 meals provided)
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Additional Meals Information
Vegan meal options can be requested
Vegetarian meal options can be requested
Gluten-free meal options can be requested
Kosher and halal options can be requested
Food allergies and restrictions can be accommodated
Snack and beverage provided
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

Mig welder, metalworking tools, table saw, band saw, drill press, woodworking tools and clamps, CNC laser cutter/engraver, CNC vinyl cutter, wood lathe, metal lathe, projector, Oculus VR headset, floor AC for the shop, oscillating spindle sander, 12" disk sander, compound sliding miter saw, air compressor, etc...

Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Shared Studios
Dedicated Studio/Shop Technicians - Full Time
Exhibition / Installation Space
Performance/Presentation Facilities
Fine Metals / Jewelry Making
Soldering Workspace
Bench Grinder
Buffing Machine
Darkroom (Black And White)
Printers + Scanner
Music/Media Studio Non-recording
Music/Media/Recording Facilities
Fiber Arts Workspace
Dedicated Wood Shop
Woodworking Tools
Tablesaw
Bandsaw
Wood Bending Equipment
Wood Vises And Wood Working Table
Other
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Inaccessible
Studio Support/Tech
Studio support provided by staff
On-call Studio support provided
Studios/facilities Details
Air Conditioned
Additional Studio Information

Floor AC for the shop that we can use during the day (solar powered so we can't run it all night off of the batteries)