The arctic circle 2012 – Call for applications

The Arctic Circle 2012 seeks applications from international contemporary artists of all disciplines, scientists, architects, educators and innovators alike. Aboard an ice-class expedition sailing vessel, participants will voyage on a collaborative mission into the High Arctic.

The Arctic Circle 2012 takes place in the international territory of Svalbard, a mountainous Arctic archipelago just 10 degrees from the North Pole. The program provides the opportunity for artists and innovators to pursue their personal projects on board while exploring collaborations with the expedition’s fellow participants.

The vessel, a traditionally rigged Tall Ship, is equipped with work space, common areas and ample room for privacy and creativity.

The Arctic Circle is a nexus where art intersects science, architecture, and activism–an incubator for thought and experimentation for artists and innovators who seek out areas of collaboration to engage in the central issues of our time.

Upcoming expedition;
The Arctic Circle, September 28- October 16, 2012

Included are:
– Hotel accommodation pre and post expedition
– Transfers from airport to hotel, and hotel to ship
– Accommodation on board from the point of departure to return
– All meals on board
– All shore excursions
– Access to on board facilities

Participants are responsible for transportation to/ from Longyearbyen, Svalbard. Individual participant fee for The Arctic Circle 2012 is $ 5800 USD. Applications are vetted by jury based on artistic/ scientific merit and project description (where applicable). Selected applicants are required to secure funding to cover the participation fee.

To apply: Applicants are asked to submit all materials by email only to: apply@thearcticcircle.org. There are no application fees. Application Deadline is January 15, 2012,

Please Provide:
– A letter of interest, ~ 300 words
– A letter of reference (preferably from a related arts, educational, or science institution)
– Resume/ Bio (for artists, please include artist statement)
– For Artists: Examples of previous work, approx. 8- 10 jpeg images sized and labeled appropriately.
– For Scientists: provide an abstract of proposed project ~300 words
– URL if applicable
– For Artists: Project details (if a specific project or body of work is the focus of your participation).
– Complete contact information
– Acknowledgment of the participant fee and the ability to meet financial commitments.

The Arctic Circle 2012 / The Farm, Inc.
September 28 – October 16, 2012
244 Fifth Avenue – Suite 1443
New York, NY 10001
Tel : 1.646.577.7959
Email : info@thearcticcircle.org

www.thearcticcircle.org