Public Arts Trust of India

Production residency

Residency brief

Public Arts Trust of India (PATI) is dedicated to promoting and supporting cultural practitioners who research the heritage and history of Jaipur and Jodhpur. Its initiatives foster a more holistic growth of arts and culture through artists residencies, commissioning, curating, education and professional programmes and community exchange, reinforcing creativity as an important part of everyday life through a multi-layered approach that gives the same gravitas to the work of emerging and non-artists as it does to those of an international standing.

This specific residency programme for Villa Swagatam - located in Jodhpur, one of the most emblematic cities of Rajasthan - will allow the artist to engage with the local community and develop new collaborative work. The project developed throughout the residency will later be exhibited at Jodhpur Art Week in 2025 and could involve a variety of mediums, from sculpture, performance, video, sound or visual installations.

The resident will engage and explore the tumultuous history and mythology of Jodhpur, through its oral and material traditions. To this end, the resident will have access to PATI’s extensive research on the work of artisans, folklore artists and performers from the region. The resident will also benefit from PATI’s network of experts who will be available to support and build the residency programme on the ground, giving access to very specific communities.

  • Thematic focus Arts & Crafts, Performing Arts, Visual Arts
  • LocationJodhpur (Rajasthan)
  • Dates April 2025
  • Length of stay 1-month minimum
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Our Space

Jodhpur is the second-largest city in the state of Rajasthan. Although it is now considered an Indian Metropol, its most aesthetic value is the historic city centre, including its central and iconic Mehrangarh Fort. The town was formerly the seat of the princely state of Jodhpur, the capital of the Kingdom of Marwar.

Jodhpur is famous for its many palaces, forts, and temples, set in the stark landscape of the Thar desert. It is popularly known as the "Blue City," as many houses around the iconic fort are painted blue. Next to its tangible sites, the region is known for its intangible richness, including performing arts and crafts, but also education; hence it is the academic centre of the state of Rajasthan, with its many institutes and universities. During his/her stay, the resident will have the opportunity to work at multiple venues in the city, getting exposure and inspiration to all facets of the town and its environment.

Residency conditions

  • The resident agrees to produce at least one piece of work that can be showcased during Jodhpur Art Week 2025.
  • The resident should be willing to forge collaborations with the communities and to work in close conversation with the curators of Jodhpur Art Week, Sakhshi Mahajan, Tapiwa Matsinde, and local experts.
  • The resident should be willing to give up to 20% of his/her residency time to participate in various public engagement events such as open studios, talks, performances, workshops, etc. organised by PATI or the French Institute in India.
  • The resident will be provided with studio facilities, as well as adapted means of production.
  • The resident will be provided with on-site accommodation in the city, which includes a fully furnished room with an attached bathroom.
  • The resident will receive a fixed stipend of INR. 60,000 per month to cover his/her food and living expenses.
  • The resident will receive a residency grant of INR. 50, 000 per month.
  • The resident’s travel costs to and from his/her home address will be covered by the French Institute in India.

Eligibility criteria

  • Proficiency in English is required for the applicant.