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About
CopenhAustin is an annual arts residency exchange program of one queer performance artist/organizer from Texas and one queer performance artist/organizer from Denmark. The purpose of this residency program is to support artistic development, facilitate cultural exchange, and encourage environmental sustainability practices in the larger arts community. A unique dimension of the call is a commitment to the intersection of LGBTQIA+ issues and environmental sustainability practices. Residents are given the time, space, freedom, and financial support to concentrate on developing their work. This residency program is funded and has a fixed duration of one month. In the inaugural year of the CopenhAustin, 2024, the selected residency artists made a total of eight public appearances, four in Denmark and four in Texas. Artists are expected to contribute to public programming, including but not limited to, performances, workshops, and panel discussions.
CopenhAustin is a collaborative program organized by Unlisted Projects, Warehouse9, and The Museum of Human Achievement.
Eligibility
- Prioritizing queer artists living in Denmark and Texas
- Commitment to environmental sustainability practices
- Participating in online meetings pre- and post-residency
- 1 month international residency
- Community and network based engagements
- Sharing of work to a public audience
This opportunity is open to artists living in Austin, 21+ years of age showing a strong professional working history. A variety of disciplines are accepted including, but not limited to, visual arts, media/new genre, performance, architecture, film/video, interdisciplinary arts, sound art and music composition, and choreography.
Artists enrolled in an academic program during the time of the residency are not eligible to apply.
This Residency is funded with the support of:
Embassy of Denmark Washington D.C.,The Consulate General of Denmark in Houston, Scan Design Foundation, the Danish Arts Foundation, the Cultural Arts Department in Austin and The City of Copenhagen.
Timeline
- Mar 1st - Mar 31st - Open Call
- Mar 15th - Q&A and Application Support workshop
- April 5th - Review of Applications
- April 10th - Notifications
- April 12th - Submission of Info to Roskilde Festival
- April 21st - 27th - Meetings with Host Organizations and Residents
- April - Travel planning
- June 5th - July 3rd, 2025: Austin artist in Denmark. Proposed.
- June 30th - Austin artist workshop at Roskilde Festival in Copenhagen.
- November 1 - 30, 2024 - Danish Artist in Austin. Proposed.
About The Museum of Human Achievement
The Museum of Human Achievement (MoHA) is a community-driven space grounded in affordability, inclusivity and access for artists. MoHA’s vision is for an empowered, resilient community where each member has the resources to foster well being, prosperity, and a self-determined future.
More info on The Museum of Human Achievement: https://moha.wiki/
About Unlisted Projects
Operating since 2014, Unlisted Projects (UP) hosts local and international artists and social leaders through an ongoing residency program based at the Museum of Human Achievement (MoHA) in East Austin. UP’s mission is to facilitate peer-led, transborder connections through the production of thoughtful new work, mentorship, and meaningful community partnerships. Since 2018, UP has leveraged this global network to support Austin artists traveling internationally. UP has hosted 55 resident artists and produced 68 public programs drawing 20k visitors.
More info on Unlisted Projects: https://www.unlistedprojects.com/
About Warehouse9
Warehouse9 (WH9) is a multidisciplinary arts and performance organisation based in Copenhagen (DK) that supports the development and presentation of work and ideas by LGBTQIA+ artists and cultural practitioners. By supporting radical and innovative arts practices and ideas, Warehouse9 nurtures new thinking, unique collective experiences and community building. We’re an organisation that strives towards sustainable processes and accessibility in the arts, and creates spaces for queer art year round.
More on Warehouse9: https://warehouse9.dk/
About the Residency
This residency will support artists through:
- 20.000 DKK ($2,887.96 USD) artist stipend, 5.000 DKK ($722.11) food allowance, 10.000 DKK ($1,444.22) in production costs, lodging and travel expenses.
- International travel costs and visa requirements
- Local travel, accommodation and food allowance
- Professional development via 1-on-1 mentorship and community building
- Supporting the creation of new work
- Public distribution of art and process through exhibitions and workshops
WH9 is housed in a former glaziers workshop in Vanløse, Copenhagen. We strive towards fostering an open and artist-run space for local and international artists. Residents receive a working grant, private and self-catering accommodation, workspace/studio at WH9. Our building is equipped with a small project space, a studio space with PA and a basic light set-up, tool library and space for building, as well as a technical library with various audio/visual equipment. Additionally, there is a reception area, showers and toilets onsite. Immediately outside the building there is access to a shared patio. Residents have 24-hour access to the building.
Warehouse9 has a year round arts programme and facilitates community programmes with initiatives led by local artists and queer communities. Warehouse9 also curates and produces the international performance art festival IPAF (est. 2008). Our activities take place on and off-site; artists in residence are encouraged to participate in our programming activities and contribute where possible.
WH9 is located in Vanløse, an up and coming creative neighborhood with mixed industry and residential buildings. The demographic of the area is made up of smaller industry and creative workshops, local restaurants, coffee shops and businesses. The area is not in the city center, but is well connected with public transport, making it easy to get around the city.
The selected Austin artists will travel to Denmark and present their work at the Roskilde Festival, a non-profit music, art, & activism festival in Denmark that supports humanitarian, cultural and non-profit youth projects around the world.
Accommodations
Residents will live off-site in private accommodation. The resident will have access to a kitchen, bathroom, shower, clothes washing facilities and internet.
Resident artists are provided with a newly built 7m x 9m studio (63 sqm) and 5,5m - 3.5m to the ceiling. In addition artists are free to access other spaces and use all facilities, tools and supplies at hand. Upon arrival, artists will be given an introduction to the space and be assigned a contact person.
Duration
Residency duration will last for one month.
Deadines
Application Deadline is March 31st 2025 at 23.59pm local Austin time (CST)
Expectations
Residencies are independent and self-directed. Residents are invited to participate in at least one opportunity to engage in an open studio or community based engagement, and one public showcase. Selected artists must attend a minimum of four consecutive weeks within a residency session to be accepted.
Roskilde Festival Participation
As a unique element of the call, the Austin artist has an opportunity to run a workshop at this year's Roskilde Festival, as part of their Art & Activism program.
The date for the workshop is 30th June 2025. Towards the end of the residency period.
Roskilde Festival is the largest music and culture event in Northern Europe - attracting audiences from all over Europe and the rest of the world. It is an independent, non-profit festival organised by The Roskilde Festival Charity Society.
Please note, that the selected artist will be asked to complete the following press template by April 12th 2025. (Click here for preview)
This deadline is non-negotiable, as it is the festival's final marketing deadline.
Questions
If you have questions or need help with the application procedure, please contact
Copenhagen, Denmark Contact:
Emma Castro Møller, Co-Director of Warehouse9: info@warehouse9.dk
Austin, TX Contact:
Shasparay Irvin, Program Director of Unlisted Projects, shasparay@unlistedprojects.com
Estimated Time to Complete Application: 30-45 min