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2027 Hyogu Residency - The Art of Paper Mounting and Framing
Residency opportunity. Deadline: 2027-04-30
- Type
- Residency
- Organizer
- Nara City
- Deadline
- 30 April 2027
- Where
- Washington, Japan
- Compensation
- In-kind (artisan tools, accommodation, English-Japanese interpretation, exclusive handbook)
- Disciplines
- traditional crafts, hyogu, paper mounting, framing, cultural heritage conservation
About this opportunity
This four-week 2027 Hyogu Residency in Nara, Japan, offers artists and craftspeople an immersive experience in the traditional Japanese art of paper mounting and framing (hyogu). Participants will learn kakejiku hanging scroll mounting techniques from a professional mounter, gain insights into materials and aesthetic principles, and visit cultural sites. The program includes accommodation, artisan tools, and English-Japanese interpretation, aiming to deepen understanding of hyogu's connection to artwork and cultural heritage.
How to apply
The application link and the full call are available to members, together with every other open opportunity ranked around your practice.