Hawkwood Artist Residencies 2023

~~deadline for applications: mon 5 june 2023~~
applications are now closed

Free residencies for Global Majority artists

one week studio space and accommodation at Hawkwood (monday-friday) //
delicious prepped meals on-site //
build a relationship with Strike A Light and Hawkwood //

Deadline: 5 june
applications are now closed
Taking place in December 2023

accomplished musician soumik datta and band performing to a small audience

two members of the cast of 'meet my ancestors' relax on a bench outside hawkwood

two musicians enjoy rehearsing together at hawkwood

Closing date for applications: Monday 5 June 2023

We will let all applicants know if they have been selected by thursday 15 june

“I feel alive at Hawkwood, surrounded by my peers, supported by the kind venue staff, their nutritious meals, generosity and openness. It is a privilege to be nestled deep in nature, far from the bustle of city life to focus purely – on creativity and collaboration.” – Soumik Datta

* Global majority definition: applicants from Black, Asian, Middle Eastern, Pacific Islander, Indigenous, Native American, Hawaiian, Hispanic/Latinx or Mixed-Race backgrounds.

FAQS

Where is Hawkwood?

Hawkwood is a beautiful 19th century house surrounded by acres of woodlands, farmlands and gardens in Stroud, Gloucestershire.
the closest train/bus stations are in Stroud town centre which is approximately 2 miles away
it is possible to cycle or walk from Stroud town centre to Hawkwood or you can get a local taxi
there is parking available at Hawkwood

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what is the accommodation like?

there are various bedrooms available including single and twin rooms
all bedrooms have hand basins. shared bathrooms facilities are located close by to all bedrooms
for those needing easily accessible accommodation, there is a ground floor ensuite which can be reached on flat ground from the car park
many of the rooms have historic features and views over the gardens and valley

What is the food like?

Fresh home-cooked food is provided daily.
The food is made from seasonal, locally sourced, organic produce wherever possible.
Dietary requirements can be catered for as long as the chefs are given advanced warning.

Is there a fee?

We are unfortunatley not able to offer a fee or cover expenses.
The residency can count as in-kind support for funding bids.

Who can apply?

Global Majority artists/led companies
professional artists/companies – which means that you are engaged in your artistic pursuits and perhaps trained for them. You should be known for that work, and earn income from it
artists who aren’t necessarily in difficult financial circumstances or dire straits, have insufficient income or resources generally to be able to afford to subsidise the time and place away from home necessary to fulfil their work or take a break from it, and specifically to pay for an artists residency
through our ‘Gloucester Presents’ model we work with people in Gloucester who are often under-represented: LGBTQ+, working class, disabled, neuro-diverse or those with a long term/chronic health condition. we’ve seen the difference it can make if the artists we work with share some of those lived experiences, so are particularly interested in building relationships with these artists through our residency schemes

What should I include in the application?

Please talk to us like one human being to another! Write like you speak – we don’t want big words or impressive phrases, we just want to get a sense for what you’re actually like and what you actually want to do.
We are keen to build relationships with artists who connect with the Strike A Light’s 7 principles so would like to hear in any of these are particularly meaningful to you or if you work in a similar way.

How many spaces are there?

we have space available for 12 artists
individual artists and groups (up to 6 people) are welcome to apply

Is there anything expected of the artists in return?

we ask that the artists write a short blog (or create a short film/voice notes) during or after the residency describing the residency, talking about what they’ve been working on etc. These may be published on Hawkwood’s & Strike A Light’s websites
we will expect all artists selected to complete a feedback form after the residency

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