• CHEF RESIDENCY

    FARM TO TABLE

  • CHEF RESIDENCY

    "An And Foundation is such an opportunity to begin, work on a project in a natural environment."

  • CHEF RESIDENCY

  • CHEF RESIDENCY

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  • CHEF RESIDENCY

The Chef Residency Program at An And Foundation provides an unparalleled opportunity for chefs to immerse themselves in a setting that harmoniously blends nature, technology, and sustainable farming resources. This residency offers dedicated time, state-of-the-art kitchens, and abundant organic resources, empowering chefs to innovate and perfect their culinary creations within a nurturing community. Participants will collaborate with a diverse array of professionals, including fellow chefs, designers, artists, and members of the local community and schools. This program not only enhances culinary skills but also fosters professional networking and growth, inspiring the development of groundbreaking culinary experiences.

  • Professional Opportunities:

    • Resident Artist Open Studio: Once a month.

    • Resident Artist Exhibitions: Once per residency

    • Artist and Art Talks, Workshops by Artists

    • Media Publication, Events, and Exhibitions: Opportunities for institutional talks and teaching engagements.

    • Workshops with Chefs and Designers

    Program Operational Provisions:

    • Daily Accommodation: Provided on the property.

    • On-Site Car Use: Available by sign-up.

    • Facilities Access: Includes a woodshop, ceramics shop, and a personal studio/room per artist.

    • Travel Stipend: Up to $800 USD per residency.

    • Visa Support: Provided if necessary.

    • Meals: One meal per day prepared by the resident chef, if a chef is on site.

    • Work Donation: One piece of work to be donated to the foundation at the end of the residency.

    • End-of-Program Exhibition: Artists must participate in a concluding exhibition.

    • Community Engagement: Artists are required to work one day per week on farming, ecological preservation, or community engagement programs.

    • Experience Letter: A letter detailing their experience, including suggestions and comments, to be provided at the end of the residency.

    • Bi-Weekly Artist Talks and Workshops: For discussing questions, addressing problems, tracking progress, and facilitating necessary communications.

    • Open to artists working in any medium (visual arts, performance, digital arts, etc.)

    • Demonstrated commitment to a professional art practice

    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a community setting

    • Willingness to engage in farming, ecological preservation, or community engagement activities one day per week

    • Availability to participate for the full duration of the residency

    • Previous experience in artist residencies or community engagement is a plus but not required

  • Enrollments: Two Enrollments per year

    • April 5th - July 10th

    • July 25th - October 31st

    The application deadline will be announced.

    Application Requirements:

    • Portfolio

    • Artist Statement of Purpose

    • Project proposal

    • Resume/cv

    • Two Reference or recommendation letters

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