La Maison de Simon art residency in Normandy.
La Maison de Simon
Fontaine-sous-Jouy, France
La Maison de Simon is an art center & residence for both local and international artists including visual artists, writers, photographers, musicians and chefs created by the Simon Kasha Foundation in Normandy, France. The residency's primary focus is to inspire artists to cultivate fresh ideas by engaging in research, creation, and exploration within a nature setting. Artists will have the opportunity to interact with local artists and, if they wish, invite another artist of their choice to join them during their residency.
We strongly believe in the enriching effects of cultural exchange and the transformative influence of nature on creative perspectives.
Residency Program Information
Residency Structure
Associated with a foundation
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (no housing)
Studio-based (with housing)
Community-engaged
Experiential
Residency Program Summary
Residency Length
6 weeks - 3 months
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
2
Discipline
Drawing
Interdisciplinary Arts
Mixed Media
Painting
Sculpture
Visual Arts
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Installation Arts
Paper Arts
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Fiction
Literary Nonfiction
Literature
Playwriting
Poetry
Screenwriting
Writing
Performance Art
Music
Illustration
Companions
Pets (Non-service animals)
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Donate a work of art
Lead workshop for the public
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Access to studio space to create new work
Inspiration from natural environment
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Application Information
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
8
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
11
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Fee Details
The residence is free of charge.
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details
As a young non-profit organization, we have not yet established a scholarship system.
Application Type
Open application
Accessibility
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Manual / handbook before arrival
Communication before arrival to discuss accommodations, medical conditions, or other health needs
Orientation upon arrival
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Additional Accessibility Information
The residence is not accessible to individuals with most disabilities. Please contact us for further information.
Accessibility Contact Name
Marie Morane
Accessibility Contact Email
marie@maisonsimon.art
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
Other Services/Aids Offered in Residency + Other Programming
The residence is not accessible to individuals with most disabilities. Please contact us for further information.
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?
It depends on the level of disability, and we need to assess accommodation possibilities on a case-by-case basis. For instance, please note that the bedrooms and the main workshop are located on upper floors.
Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.
The main studio is located on the second floor, and both bedrooms are also upstairs, one on the first level and the other, which is less accessible, on the second level. Neither of the two entrances is wheelchair accessible. Additionally, as it's an old renovated barn, there are variations in floor levels throughout the residence.
Housing & Accomodation
Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
Common/Communal Spaces Information
The bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, living room, and dining area are all fully equipped.
Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Additional Meals Information
Studio & Facilities
Studios/Facilities Details
The main creative space, comprising three open studios, is located on level 2, with a total surface area of 62 m² (12 m² + 25 m² + 25 m²). Two other studios, measuring 22 and 25 m², are located in the basement and have their own access.
Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Shared Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Electric Kiln
Enameling Kilns
Painting Workspace (Oil)
Easels
Large Sinks
Large Exposure Unit
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Studio Support/Tech
Studio support provided by staff
Additional Studio Information
A local artist in permanent residence serves as the artist liaison and will be available to assist the residents. Her ceramic studio is located outside the residence and has its own entry.
