<p dir="ltr">RENSEP are keen to support contemporary endeavours across diverse mediums, such as digital, installation, performative, film, sound, image and text, painting, and print-making. The envisioned outcome involves the presentation of the completed work to a broader audience through various channels, including traditional gallery exhibitions, performances, screenings, online exhibitions, or publications. </p> <p dir="ltr">Arts University Plymouth will provide access to facilities, equipment, and mentoring as needed. While the selected artist is not required to take residency in Plymouth during the award period, visits to the city would be necessary should they choose to utilise production facilities and equipment at Arts University Plymouth. <br /></p>

<p dir="ltr"><strong>Application Requirements:</strong><br /></p><ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Proposal outlining plans for the work (1500 words maximum) with relevant visual material. </p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Up to ten examples of previous work submitted via a Google Drive link. </p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">CV</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Clear demonstration of the esoteric dimension in the artist's practice. </p></li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Information Sessions:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">RENSEP will host three online information sessions on 27 September, 26 October, and 28 November, at 4pm UK time. Attendance at one of these sessions is strongly encouraged for potential participants, providing an opportunity to ask questions about the award and the application process. </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>To register for one of the online information sessions please email: <a href="mailto:info@RENSEP.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">info@RENSEP.org </a>stating which meeting you wish to attend and you will receive an invitation.</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Deadline:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">The closing date for applications is 30 November 2023. Late applications will not be accepted. </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>All questions and applications should only be sent to <a href="mailto:submissions@RENSEP.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">submissions@RENSEP.org</a></strong><br /></p>

<p dir="ltr"><strong>Award Details:</strong><br /></p><ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">€10,000 monetary award for the production of new work.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Negotiated access to AUP's production facilities and equipment.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Mentoring by Professor Judith Noble (RENSEP/AUP).</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Opportunity to present work at a conference on "The Aesthetics of Esoteric Practices" in Venice, November 2024.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Public outreach, including a blog post for RENSEP and participation in online and media activities.</p></li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Award Timeline:</strong><br /></p><ul><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Application deadline: 30 November 2023.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Selection: December 2023/January 2024.</p></li><li dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Award period: 2024, concluding at the end of the year.</p></li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p dir="ltr">RENSEP and AUP are excited about the potential of this award to contribute to the exploration of esoteric practices within contemporary art. The collaboration reflects a commitment to supporting artists and fostering new perspectives in the artistic and research communities.</p> <p dir="ltr">For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.rensep.org/rensep-artists-award/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.rensep.org/rensep-artists-award</a> <br /></p>