Image caption: Soumya Netrabile, Untitled (Toiano), 2022. Artist-in-residence, 2022
Funded artist residency project powered by patrons
The Residency, from CURA Art, supported by Monpure London, is a platform focused on supporting and sponsoring underrepresented artists, centered around time away from their usual routines at various inspiring spaces. The Residency uses a unique approach, creating a supportive ecosystem through mentorship and community, while connecting artists with influential patrons as a catalyst for change.
“My time at Villa Lena for The Residency was truly wonderful. As an artist whose work is deeply intertwined with nature, the opportunity to create, paint, and experiment with new materials in such a natural setting profoundly influenced my artistic practice. Interacting with artists from various mediums was incredibly fulfilling, and I hope that these connections will continue to flourish, opening up possibilities for future collaborations.”
Alejandra Aristizabel, 2023 artist in residence, supported by patron Stephanie Manasseh