Introduction
Na Space is a residency program, design studio and gallery located in Jingdezhen, China. Jingdezhen has a rich history of ceramics going back thousands of years as well as a substantial ceramic manufacturing presence. This dynamic of craft traditions and new industry creates spaces for artists, designers and researchers to produce innovative work across the ceramic art and design spectrum.
What makes Na Space unique is the level of access we provide to the city through a curated network of ceramic industries, workshops, master crafts people and new technologies. In addition to providing the resources to create in Jingdezhen we connect residents with galleries, museums, curators, and collectors throughout China.
We are proud of our ever growing community of international artists, designers and researchers who have used our program to grow their practice.
Facilities
24-hour access to our secure studio.
Individual work spaces.
Casting and mould-making studio
Electric wheels.
Electric, gas, raku kilns. (Additional kiln space can be rented offsite).
Clay. (throwing, hand building, casting slips).
High and low fire glazes. (we can also order glaze on request).
Ceramic tools and equipment.
Common areas for artist talks, film screenings and relaxation.
Studio WIFI access.
Staff
We offer staff to assist you Monday to Saturday from 9:00 - 17:00.
English/Chinese translation
Introducing Jingdezhen to resident artists
Work with our production studio and local workshops, factories and craftspeople to produce work.
Aid in resolving technical problems
Help with basic day to day needs such as phones, taxi, shopping, restaurants and cafes recommendations.
Transportation to and from the airport or train station.
Assist in organizing packing and shipping of works home.
Gallery
Na Space has a 130sqm gallery space next to our studio. At the end of each residency cycle residents will have the opportunity to participate in group or solo exhibitions. Our gallery is a platform for our residents to showcase their work to a wider audience and as a starting point for other curators or gallerists from China to see your work.
Tours
We will arrange tours and trips upon request to:
Local museums and galleries.
Workshops, factories and artist studios.
Cultural sites such as ancient kilns, landmarks and traditional villages of the area.
Overnight trips to Shanghai.
Accommodation & Meals
A two minute walk from the studio is the Inn Young boutique hotel. Every resident has an individual room with shower, western toilet and great views of the surrounding village and mountains.
Per day 160rmb
Per week 980rmb
Per month 3,300rmb
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Na Space is prepared by our cook. We can also recommend great Chinese and western restaurants in the city.
Each meal is 15rmb per person.
Fees & Visa
The Na Space residency is open from a minimum of 1 week to a maximum of 6 months.
December-March:
Per week: 1,000rmb
Per month: 3,000rmb
April-November:
Per week: 1,200rmb
Per month: 3,500rmb
Materials and firing costs are covered by the the residents.
We will provide an official invitation letter and help assist you in the process of applying for a visa. We can also recommend visa services in your home country to help with the application process.
Contact
For any questions please use this form to send us an email.
To apply, please send us your CV, a brief statement of intent, and 5-10 images of your work to NaSpaceJingdezhen@outlook.com
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