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Hayy Studios

Hayy Studios

Four dedicated studio spaces for artists’ studio rentals, residency programmes, and participatory projects. 

Rentals
OPEN CALL | Apply for a space at Hayy Studios!

LOCATION: Hayy Jameel, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

ABOUT THE RENTAL OF STUDIOS:

The rental initiative aims to offer affordable studio spaces for Jeddah, and wider Makkah region, based creatives. 

WHO CAN APPLY:

Artists, filmmakers, creative practitioners, writers, and interdisciplinary researchers based in Jeddah, who have professional experience of at least 2 years in the art field. 

Applicants cannot be in a college or a university degree-granting program. Certain types of work cannot be accommodated for practical reasons, including large or heavy sculptures, some types of metal work, and work involving high noise levels or fire risk.

CONDITIONS:

Duration: June – December, 2024 (6 months) 

Requirements: Must be a Makkah region resident

Rental Fee: 1,225 SAR/ month

Age Limit: 21+

No fees are covered

Studio members receives: 

  • Access to controlled 8×5 m studio space, minimally fitted out with sink, table, chair, and storage cabinets
  • Amenities include electricity, water, and a Wi-Fi connection
  • Priority booking to community spaces at Hayy Jameel including Project Space, the Community Cinema, and Hayy Explorers (pending availability and approval by relevant department)
  • Invitation to Hayy Jameel events, including Dewaniya, exhibition openings, special screenings, and relevant events
  • Discounts and special offers on certain Art Jameel spaces and ticketed programmes
  • Facilities and operational support (as outlined in Hayy Studios’ policies and procedures) 

The studio member is expected to: 

  • Commit to occupy the studio a minimum of 3-days per week for the duration of their residency
  • Present creative practice to Hayy Jameel staff and fellow studio residents as part of the onboarding programme
  • Organize one public programme within the duration of the occupancy
  • Participate in one ‘Open Studio’ day hosted by Art Jameel 
  • Abide by Hayy Studios policies and procedures including hours of operation, rules of conduct, and other relevant Hayy Jameel guidelines

APPLICATION SUBMISSION:

All applications will be treated with discretion and anonymity. The selection will be made based on the quality of the work, the experience of the candidate, the coherence of the current projects with the collective practice. Finalists will be invited for in-person interviews. All applicants will be informed of the committee’s decision by Apr 30, 2024

Each application will be reviewed by a committee comprised of the Art Jameel team members from the following departments: Exhibitions, Learning, Cinema, Community Programmes and Operations. For each cycle four applicants will be selected. 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Portfolio with visuals, or a selection of written works, highlighting three projects that demonstrates the experience of the candidate
  • Updated CV
  • A motivation letter  (250 words maximum)
  • Contact email and phone number 
  • Copy of National ID or Iqama

TIMELINE: 

Application deadline: April 16, 2024
Shortlist and interviews: April 16, 2024April 29, 2024
Acceptance selection: April 30, 2024
Site visit, contracts and induction: May 1, 2024May 30, 2024
Move in: Jun 1, 2024

Click here to apply
Click here to learn more about previous Hayy Studios programmes and residencies

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