Appel Chantier IA 2 | Independant cinema
CHANTIER IA | Cohort | independent cinema (directing and cinematography)
As part of its Chantier IA, for this call, Sporobole is looking for three artists (1) working in the field of independent cinema, whose practices revolve mainly around directing or photo direction. The selected artists will be asked to experiment with generative AI tools and develop prototypes or sequences of works. This is a residency focused primarily on exploration and experimentation, with the production of complete, finished works optional.
All tools (open source or commercial) can be considered. We provide on-demand licenses (2), computers and remote servers to install models, and technological support throughout the residency. Artists will be accommodated in our residences, and transportation costs within the province will be reimbursed (2).
The residency will take place in cohort mode. The three selected artists will work in parallel on their respective projects, and must be present on site simultaneously for the entire six-week residency (some adjustments may be made). The aim of this mode of operation is to encourage the sharing of learning and knowledge, but also to create a spirit of camaraderie and exchange around the issues raised by these generative tools for artistic creation. One or more researchers may be present during the residency to document and study the exploration processes and their results.
A jury made up of professional partners from the field and members of the Sporobole team will deliberate and make the selection in December 2024. The residencies are scheduled to begin in March 2025. The selection criteria will be artistic excellence, experience, interest in exploratory approaches, posture towards generative AI and ability to function as a cohort. All applicants will receive a reply.
(1) We are looking for artists who are as enthusiastic as they are critical or fearful of generative AI. The aim of the ArtIA project is to encourage the emergence, through practice, of knowledge and a better understanding of the issues raised by these tools for independent artistic creation.
(2) Certain budgetary limits may apply.
Project terms :
- 6-week residency divided into 2 or 3 blocks;
- 3 artists working simultaneously on their respective projects;
- Fee including per diem: $900 per week or $5400;
- Lodging at Sporobole;
- Transportation from within the province will be reimbursed (public transit fare);
- Sporobole covers tool-related expenses (within certain limits);
- Accompaniment by Sporobole’s technology team throughout the residency (minimum 25 hours per week).