In light of the recent pandemic, MSU’s Science Gallery Detroit will pilot a new Rapid Residency program to prompt innovative responses about the current social challenges impacting Detroiters. This virtual, five-week program will support five creatives with mentoring and $1,000 stipends.
The application period will extend June 22-July 22 with awardees being announced on July 31, 2020. The residency will be open to writers, artists, musicians, photographers, videographers, dancers, designers, and all other types of creators and makers residing in Detroit. The goal is to inspire innovation and creativity during a time in which many opportunities have been canceled or postponed for many local artists. Each selected participant will be paired with mentors connected to Science Gallery Detroit and Michigan State University.
“Throughout history, artists have been instrumental in responding to social crises by developing responsive and thought-provoking works to address the challenges of their times,” said Devon Akmon, Science Gallery Detroit Director. “It is our aim to serve as a platform to assist creatives, both financially and through project support, to cultivate the next wave of responsive work from within Detroit. This pilot program, from which future models will be produced, serves as an incubator at a critical moment in time.”
By the end of the program, awardees will be required to produce a publishable summary in written, audio, or video format that responds to the current social challenges. Finalized works are not mandatory, only comprehensive think pieces.
Each awardee will be included in a culminating virtual public event exploring the awardees’ creative ideas and processes, as well as next steps in advancing the projects.
To apply, potential candidates must submit a résumé and proposal, containing 200 words or less, explaining why this residency would be valuable. Submissions must be received by midnight on July 22, 2020.
For additional information, or details about how to apply: Detroit.ScienceGallery.com