The duration of the residency in Aurangabad typically ranges from two weeks to one month, providing artists, textile designers, and illustrators with ample time to immerse themselves in the creative process, engage with the environment, and explore the region's cultural and archaeological significance.

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An ecological art residency is a unique program that brings together artists, craft professional, and environmental enthusiasts to explore the intersection of art, environmental sustainability, cultural heritage, and archaeological conservation. During the residency, participants focus on creating art that addresses ecological issues, promotes environmental awareness, and fosters a deeper connection with nature, culture, and heritage.

Our residency is hosted in the beautiful city of Aurangabad, India. Aurangabad is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and archaeological sites, including the iconic Ellora and Ajanta Caves. The proximity to these historical treasures adds an extra layer of inspiration to the residency experience.

The residency not only generates art that raises awareness about ecological challenges, cultural heritage, and textile traditions but also fosters positive interactions with the local community. Artists, textile designers, and illustrators often engage in community outreach programs, workshops, and exhibitions, creating a positive impact and promoting environmental stewardship, cultural appreciation, and sustainable textile practices.

While our program encourages a broad exploration of environmental themes, we also focus on the preservation of cultural heritage, archeology and conservation of the world heritage sites of Ajanta & Ellora, including the traditional arts of Paithani weaving and Himroo weaving. Artists, textile designers, and illustrators are encouraged to incorporate these themes into their projects, creating a meaningful dialogue between art, environment, culture, history, and textiles.

In Aurangabad, we encourage a diverse range of art forms and mediums, including but not limited to visual arts, sculptures, installations, performances, textile design, illustration, land art, and written or spoken word projects. The key focus is to explore and promote ecological themes, cultural heritage, and the conservation of archaeological treasures.

Absolutely! We welcome applications from artists, textile designers, and illustrators around the world. International participants bring diverse perspectives and experiences, enriching the overall residency experience and promoting global collaboration in addressing environmental, cultural, and textile challenges.

Yes, there is a selection process to ensure a diverse and committed group of participants. Applications are reviewed by a panel of experts in art, environmental studies, cultural heritage, and textiles. Selection criteria may include the relevance of the proposed project, the participant's passion for ecological themes, cultural heritage, and textile traditions, and the potential impact of their work.

Our ecological art residency program in Aurangabad is open to artists, textile designers, illustrators, sculptors, photographers, writers, performers, and anyone passionate about using their artistic talents to address environmental concerns, cultural heritage, and archaeological conservation. All levels of experience are welcome, from emerging artists to established professionals.

Our aim is to promote sustainable practices, cultural sensitivity, and archaeological preservation. Basic art supplies, textile materials, and equipment will be provided, but participants are encouraged to work with found or locally sourced materials, particularly those related to Paithani weaving and Himroo weaving.

While some art residencies charge a fee, our program in Aurangabad strives to be accessible to all artists, textile designers, and illustrators passionate about ecological themes, cultural heritage, and archaeological conservation. We offer a limited number of fully-funded or partially-funded residencies, as well as opportunities for participants to secure sponsorships or crowdfunding for their participation.