Artist-in-Residence Program
A 6-month program is designed for Nepali artists who wish to develop their creative and artistic talents in an unstructured setting. Artists chosen to participate must have a clear personal goal to develop a specific project or skill. We hope to accept one Nepali artist per year. Living and transportation expenses are funded by The Nepal Foundation and individual donations.
The program includes a stay in a private residence, with opportunities for meeting American neighbors and artists, sightseeing, and learning about the American way of life. Special emphasis is placed on learning how democracy works in the US.
The Artist-in-Residence program is modeled after a similar and highly successful program in Ireland for US artists. The Nepali artists accepted into the program are expected to practice their skills and develop their talents through independent study which may include work on a thesis for educational credit. As appropriate and possible, informal concerts / exhibits of their work will be arranged.