Frequently asked questions

How can I sign up for the ARE newsletter?
You can sign up for the ARE newsletter through this link.
How is accommodation arranged?
The residency studio’s are situated within the building of art initiative B93. There are two ARE studio’s. ARE provides the artist-in-residence with their own studio, with a workplace and a living area in one.
Studio 1 contains a private workspace, bedroom and kitchen area. In addition, there is a private shower and a shared toilet in the common area outside the studio.
Studio 2 contains a private workspace, bedroom, kitchen area, shower and toilet.
How long is the residency period?
Depending on the period three to two months:
Period 1: January-March.
Period 2: April-June.
Period 3: July-September.
Period 4: October-November
Which costs are covered?
The costs of staying are covered, the studio and living accommodation.
Which costs are for my own?
Travel expenses and costs of daily living (groceries etc.).
Are there any grants to obtain from ARE?
We have a limited budget for each artist to help realize the final exhibition. ARE provides a budget for material and exhibition related expenses of €250,- for each month of the residency. You can only claim this budget if you are present in the residency during the month.
What is expected from the artists while in the residency?
ARE is a presentation residency, which means that the artist works towards a presentation during the residency period. The artist chooses a presentation form in consultation with ARE; an exhibition in the exhibition space of artists’ initiative B93, an open studio or other form. ARE supports the artists during the residency, but also expects a certain level of self-reliance
Is there equipment available?
Equipment for general use are available in the studio: basic tools for small sculpture (drill, jig-saw, table saw, screw drivers etc), also a monitor and printer are available. Equipment available after signing a contract: digital photo and video camera, tripods, 3 projectors, sewing machine, scanner, media players, etc.
What means of transportation are available?
The main transportation within the city is by bicycle. The residency provides a bicycle.
There are trains leaving from Enschede train station to different cities in the Netherlands. Busses will take you to smaller villages in the Netherlands and Germany (just across border).
Where are the studios located in the city?
The studios are located in the city center near the train station. Everything is within walking or bicycle distance from the studios. The studios are located in a building together with art initiative B93. 10 artists have their studio in the same building.
How is the cultural climate?
Enschede has a lively cultural climate. The Art Academy AKI / Artez is located in the city, as well as many art initiatives, several exhibition spaces (see further on website) and several festivals that we invite the guests to participate and to be involved.
Upon arrival:
When you arrive in the studio’s we ask you to bring a copy of your passport, and a security deposit of 250 euro. By the end of the stay you will get 175 euro back, 75 euro we keep for arranging expenses. A contract is signed the day of your arrival, as well as a lease contract for the bicycles.
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