HIAP - Helsinki International Artist-in-residence Programme is the largest international residency centre in Finland and the only one operating in the capital. The program is focused primarily on the Visual Arts and is open to artists from various disciplines. Residencies are also offered for curators, dancers, choreographers, writers and researchers within several special programs.
Every year between 15-20 art professionals from around the world are offered a working period of 1-3 months in the programme. The programme is developed in close collaboration with a network of art specialists and cultural organisations in Finland and abroad.
The main objectives of the HIAP residency program are:
- To provide international arts professionals with an opportunity to undertake creative work, conduct research and carry out special art projects in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area.
- To present the creative work of international artists to audiences in Helsinki.
- To offer, through collaborative exchange programs, opportunities for artists based in Finland to work at residency centres abroad.
- To foster international collaboration, exchange and dialogue in the arts.
The program gives precedence to artists whose interests lie within contemporary culture. HIAP encourages artists-in-residence to carry out collaborations with local artists and arts organisations and to realise projects accessible to a wide range of audiences. While working on their projects during the residency, guest artists have access to HIAP administrative support and to contacts with local arts professionals and organisations. The public events organised for and by the artists-in-residence include group and solo exhibitions, screenings, presentations, lectures, workshops, discussions, concerts, Open Studios and other special events.
VALUES
The core values at HIAP are: Candour, Hospitability and Courage
Candour: HIAP is always open to new people, ideas and projects from diverse backgrounds. HIAP will adapt to and serve its interest groups and audiences. The program and its administration is transparent at all levels.
Hospitability: Within the program, international visitors should feel at home and welcome in Helsinki. HIAP offers a platform for creative encounters, new experiences and fruitful collaboration. For artists based in Finland, HIAP offers numerous inspiring routes to international working opportunities and projects.
Courage: HIAP is committed to taking the initiative in its field and crossing geographic, artistic, social and intellectual frontiers. The residency programme supports the conditions necessary to expand cultural tolerance and foster diversity in society. The artistic programming is ambitious and maintained at the highest level at all times, without compromise.
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