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The cneai= offers an annual programme of residencies (with two methods of selection - by invitation or through a call for applications). The research/creation programme works by invitation and is based on the centre's artistic and cultural work. The two springboard residencies, for which calls for applications are published, focus on savoir-faire, in line with the arts professions department of the Seine-Eure conurbation, where the Maison flottante is located. Set in a rural area, the Maison flottante opens its doors to the public during each residency, giving residents the opportunity to showcase their work and build connections.
From time to time, creation/educational projects in schools, medical or social settings or prisons can be developed at the Maison flottante, in conjunction with local professionals.

Maison Flottante © Malgorzata Grygielewicz

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Each residence has a budget of €3,000, comprising :
— a €2,000 research grant;
— and up to €1,000 available to go towards production costs (reimbursed upon presentation of supporting documentation);
— Artists are paid 150 euros (gross) for any open studio event;
— A separate grant is available for one-off creation/educational projects.

DURATION

Each residency programme lasts 1 month which cannot be divided up across a period of time, except under exceptional circumstances. 

SELECTION PROCESS

The research/creation programme is organised by invitation and is based on the centre's artistic and cultural work. 
The two springboard residencies are subject to a call for applications which is open to artists and/or craftspeople whose practices involve technical savoir-faire. 

CONSIDERATION FOR RESIDENTS' FAMILY LIFE

The Maison flottante can accommodate families in accordance with safety regulations.

RESIDENTS' COMMITMENTS

Residents must dedicate some of their time to the opening up of their studio and to meeting the public. They are not required to produce any work/works. 

ACTIONS AIMED AT THE PUBLIC

The artist undertakes to be present during the residency and to take part in several outreach activities, conceived in advance with the cultural outreach department, with school groups and/or individuals, for a maximum of 5 hours, as outlined in the written agreement.
If the artist wishes to develop a workshop or meeting project on a larger scale, particularly with schoolchildren, this will be the subject of another agreement and separate remuneration (€70/hour as part of the Chemins de la culture programme).