La Napoule Art Foundation: Canadian Artist Residency
Mandelieu-La Napoule, France
La Napoule Art Foundation, with the support of Fondation David R. Graham, is pleased to bring together Canadian artists of all genres to a new residency program in which artists will receive inspiration, support, and opportunities for career growth, while strengthening the intercultural connection between Canada and France. Canadian resident artists’ works will be shared and promoted through exhibitions at the Château.
20 Canadian artists per year will enjoy an extraordinary cultural experience to practice their art in the company of other artists in a castle in the South of France.
Acceptance into this residency includes a generous travel and material stipend, room and board, studio space and time and space to create in an awe-inspiring locale.
Established and emerging Canadian artists from any discipline are encouraged to apply.
Residency Program Information
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Associated with a foundation
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Community-engaged
Residency Program Summary
Residency Length
1 month - 1 month
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
10
Discipline
Drawing
Interdisciplinary Arts
Mixed Media
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture
Visual Arts
Book Arts
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Costume/Fashion Design
Digital Fabrication
Fine Metals/Jewelry
Glass Arts
Installation Arts
Paper Arts
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Woodworking
Criticism
Fiction
Journalism
Literary Nonfiction
Literature
New Genres
Nonfiction
Playwriting
Poetry
Screenwriting
Acting
Choreography
Dance
Performance Art
Theater
Music
Opera
Symphony
Animation
Digital Media
Documentary
Electronic Arts
Film
Moving Image
Multimedia Arts
Photography
Sound Art
Illustration
Architecture
Environmental Arts
Public Art
Social Practice
Storytelling
Art History
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Donate a work of art
Participate in public programming
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
Give artist talk or presentation
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Opportunity to travel
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Access to studio space to create new work
Inspiration from natural environment
Inspiration from cultural context
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
Application Information
Additional Eligibility Information
Applicants must apply through SlideRoom.
The Canadian Artist Residencies are open to all emerging and established Canadian artists over the age of 18 with no limitation on artistic discipline. Participants are expected to be able to communicate effectively in English or French.
Please note:
- Artists may apply once every calendar year.
- Due to the historic nature of our facilities, we regret that the Château and Villa are not handicapped accessible at the present time.
- Couples must apply separately. There are no provisions for family, friends, children, or pets at the Château.
Applications are reviewed by an international panel according to the following criteria:
- Clarity of artistic vision as articulated in the artist statement and work samples
- Persuasive evidence that the applicant is committed in purpose and practice
- Clear evidence that the artist works at a professional level in his/her/their field
- Indications that the applicant is moving forward with a project; and of the significance and critical role that the residency at La Napoule will play in that project
- Willingness to work in a dynamic environment that encourages interaction with other artists
- Appropriate adherence to application guidelines
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
10
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
60
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
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?
Accessibility Statement/Info Page
Additional Accessibility Information
Please note that due to the historic nature of our facilities, we regret that the Château and Villa are not handicap accessible at the present time.
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Molly Nuanes
Accessibility Contact Email
info@lnaf.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
Other Services/Aids Offered in Residency + Other Programming
At this time, LNAF does not have other services/aids offered in residency.
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?
Due to the historic nature of our facilities, we regret that the Château and Villa are not accessible at the present time. Artists with limited mobility may be able to access ground floor studios.
Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.
Due to the historic nature of our facilities, studios and housing above the first floor are not accessible at this time.
Housing & Accomodation
Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
Common/Communal Spaces Information
Residents are housed in single rooms in the recently renovated Villa Marguerite, located across a small street from the Château. Residents have full access to the kitchen in the Villa Marguerite to store and prepare their own food. Wireless internet is available in the Villa’s common areas. Linen service is provided weekly. There is a washing machine, dryer, and clothesline at the Villa for residents’ use.
Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Housekeeping services
Air Conditioned Housing
Meals Provided
Some meals (at least 2 meals provided)
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Additional Meals Information
Vegetarian meal options can be requested
Food allergies and restrictions can be accommodated
Studio & Facilities
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in common area (shared)
Computer and internet connection provided in studio area (private)
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details
LNAF provides each resident with a studio space in which to work. Studios are located throughout the Château property, some inside the castle and some in towers on its grounds. Artists are asked to address any specific requirements for studio space in their applications.
Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Performance/Presentation Facilities
Piano
Painting Workspace (Oil)
Other
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Studio Support/Tech
No studio support provided
Studios/facilities Details
Air Conditioned
