The Asili-AMFA artist-centred residency is a collaboration between Asili Creatives and Allan McNally Fine Art (AMFA). It offers East African artists working exclusively in Africa four weeks of time, space, and quiet attention to their practice in the picturesque Stinchar Valley.
Designed as a period of concentrated making, reflection, and cultural exchange, the programme brings an artist whose practice is grounded in Africa into a new landscape, cultural history, and artistic community. It is open to artists working across visual art, illustration, design, and writing.
| Week | Core Work | Additional Programme | Weekend Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrival (Sun) | — | Airport collection, transfer to Colmonell, orientation, and settling into the studio. | — |
| Week 1: Begin | Protected creative practice. | Orientation, local walks, research, and project planning. | Glasgow (Kelvingrove + GOMA) & reflection. |
| Week 2: Exchange | Protected creative practice. | Community Engagement Workshop 1 (Half day). | Kirkcudbright Galleries & independent practice. |
| Week 3: Deepen | Protected creative practice. | Plein-air Session 1 (Half day). | Wigtown Booktown & Robert Burns Birthplace Museum. |
| Week 4: Share | Final creative development. | Community Workshop 2, Plein-air Session 2, and exhibition installation. | Thursday 18:00 Exhibition Opening. Continues through Sunday. |
| Departure (Mon) | — | Breakfast, final pack/check-out. | Transfer to Glasgow Airport. |
To apply, please email Dr. Stephanie Chianda at snchianda@asilicreatives.com with the following details:
Note: While basic supplies are provided, artists should bring any specific specialist materials required for their projects.
The residency operates with an ethos of transparency, open communication, and mutual respect. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and creatively supportive environment. Discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation of any kind will not be tolerated. All participants are expected to engage with dignity and respect, irrespective of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or background.
