@CuadroArt expands International residencies with Project Encounter, Maraya Art & Shaikh Ebrahim Center > Application Deadline June 20

Building on its focus on cross-cultural exchange, Cuadro Gallery has partnered with the Dubai-based non-profit group Project Encounter to expand its Residency to allow international artists to create work in the region.

The aim of the Cuadro-Project Encounter partnership is to allow international artists to come into contact with the culture and heritage of the Middle East. The program will host two artists in the UAE and another in Bahrain, through strategic partnerships with Maraya Art Centre and the Shaikh Ebrahim Center, respectively.

Roberto Lopardo, Education and Residency Coordinator at Cuadro Gallery, states “Over the last four years, The Residency Program at Cuadro has presented artists with a unique opportunity to live and work in the heart of the Middle East. Our partnership with Project Encounter, Maraya Art Centre and Shaikh Ebrahim Center allows us to expand upon these opportunities. We are excited to have found like-minded partners which allow us to continue our tradition of welcoming artists from around the world to the region.”

Nick Billotti, co-founder of Project Encounter, adds “What makes this program unique is the chance to see the physical manifestation of an artists’ experience in coming to this region. Project Encounter is proud to be involved in using art as a vehicle to bridge the cultural divide and promote a greater understanding between the Middle East and Western World.”

International artists can submit applications for the Residency Program at Cuadro in partnership with Project Encounter until June 20. The Residency will run from September until December 2012. Applicants can apply for the program by visiting http://www.cuadroart.com/en/events/call-out-for-fall-residency-program.html.