AiR Frosterus Artist Residence

AiR Frosterus

A quiet place surrounded by nature

Let the northern nature and the warmth of the local community inspire you in Kärsämäki, Finland!

Though relaxed, the residents of Kärsämäki are very active in organizing events and they have a small town do-it-yourself-attitude. Kattilakoski Culture Cooperative is the active force in the cultural scene of Kärsämäki, and our residency artists have a front-row seat to the local cultural life.

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A summery scene outside the Frosterus residence A closeby exhibition site indoors photograph

A possibility to arrange an exhibition is provided. Depending on the time of the residency a beautiful gallery space at the centre of Kärsämäki is provided for the artists to exhibit in. Community projects and workshops are welcomed. The opportunities to cooperate with the local artists and the community are good.

Winter scene from the rapids right next to the AiR Frosterus main building. Winter scene from old vicarage

In addition to physical residence AiR Frosterus is also a virtual residence. Artists can share their work to the audience on our site without being physically available. There is a possibility to share social media posts, videos and streams as well as pictures and photos. Our aim is to promote artists and give room to conversations with our local and global audiences.

A peaceful place to focus

Based on long essay by writer Virginia Woolf, Main goal of our residence is to help people find their own voice through their art. We aim to provide you with tools and inspiration to create whatever you want. The length of a residency period can vary between one and six months.

We welcome artists from all fields of art and design to apply to our residency at the beautiful natural landscape of Kärsämäki, Finland. Silence and a peaceful pace of life are part of the local culture at Kärsämäki. The river Pyhäjoki and the majestical Shingle church defines the landscape.

 

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Our physical residence is surrounded by peace

Using the virtual residency on a smartphone, looking at images of art.

Show the world your art where ever you are

The Idea of the virtual residency is to keep in contact with artists and audiences even in times of social distancing.

In addition to physical residence AiR Frosterus is also a virtual residence. Artists can share their work to the audience on our site without being physically available. There is a possibility to share social media posts, videos and streams as well as pictures and photos. Our aim is to promote artists and give room to conversations with our local and global audiences.

Artists are welcome to market their art and inform about future events. Be polite and remember that we have a safe and respectful atmosphere both in physical and in virtual residence.

 

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