Artscape is currently accepting applications for the seventh term of the Gibraltar Point International Artist Residency Program, taking place May 19th - June 17th, 2006.

"The residency program aims to further the professional development of artists by: enabling the creation and production of new work; fostering an exchange of ideas and influences; encouraging the sharing of expertise; inspiring new works of art and creative collaborations; and building relationships between artists working in different media. The program is designed and managed by Artscape and takes place for a single 30-day term each calendar year at the Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts on Toronto Island. "

Who is eligible?
The program is open to Canadian and international artists who are engaged in the research, development or creation of work. Artists who live and work in Toronto are welcome to apply. Student projects are not eligible. Submissions must be from individual artists only.

What are the artists in residence responsible for?
Artists are responsible for their own travel, materials, equipment and all personal expenses. International artists are responsible for making all visa related arrangements and must provide proof of their own medical insurance coverage for the period of their stay at Gibraltar Point.

What Disciplines are Eligible? Visual and Media Artists,  Writers, Composers,  Film/Video, and  Other Disciplines.

Visit the website: http://www.torontoartscape.on.ca/gpiarp/