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Aleatha's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts

Raising funds to support Aleatha Lindsay's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts in Tetouan, Morocco.

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Aleatha's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts

Aleatha's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts

Aleatha's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts

Aleatha's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts

Aleatha's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts

Raising funds to support Aleatha Lindsay's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts in Tetouan, Morocco.

Raising funds to support Aleatha Lindsay's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts in Tetouan, Morocco.

Raising funds to support Aleatha Lindsay's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts in Tetouan, Morocco.

Raising funds to support Aleatha Lindsay's Artist Residency at Green Olive Arts in Tetouan, Morocco.

Aleatha Lindsay
Aleatha Lindsay
Aleatha Lindsay
Aleatha Lindsay
1 Campaign |
Atlanta, United States
$1,106 USD 13 backers
29% of $3,700 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
Overview
After taking a leap of faith to apply, I've been accepted as an Artist-in-Residence at Green Olive Arts in Tetouan, Morocco! — Follow me on this journey! **Read further below + Click each perk for details**

INTRODUCTION

Hello friends! I’m excited to share that I have been accepted as an Artist in Residence at Green Olive Arts in Tetouan, Morocco!  This incredible, career altering opportunity will nurture my artistic practice to new levels. During my residency in Morocco, I will be exchanging thoughts, skills, and collaborating with other artists from around the world, local artisans, cultural groups, and the community in Tetouan, in the spirit of cultural exchange, greater cross-cultural understanding. My residency, beginning in late September, will focus on Moroccan fiber arts, I will learn about the deeply rooted history, traditional practice of weaving, embroidery, and textiles.

However, there are funds associated with maintaining a studio practice during my residency in Morocco, in order for me to take full advantage of this opportunity. I need your support! I invite you to Partner with me by pledging any amount you're willing. In exchange, I'm excited to take you on this journey with me and bring you back a piece of Morocco! 

**Click on each perk to see all included items and details**

ABOUT THE RESIDENCY, GREEN OLIVE ARTS

Green Olive Arts is an international art studio and urban art residency in Tetouan, Morocco, specializing in connecting creatives around the world with the culture, beauty and creatives of Morocco through professional studio facilities, custom and curated artist residencies, concierge services, instructional programming, and international collaborative events. Their mission is “to resource creative individuals of high caliber emerging and established artistic talent from around the world in seasons of inspiration, production, collaboration and cultural exchange here in Morocco.” Green Olive Arts is located in the 10-room home of a prominent Tetouani family, in the heart of this city – a few blocks from the King’s palace, numerous transportation arteries, museums, galleries and the gates of the medina itself.

ABOUT TETOUAN, MOROCCO

Situated in the North of Morocco, on the North-Western tip of Africa, Tetouan sits by the Mediterranean Sea in a beautiful valley at the intersection of two rugged mountain ranges. Tetouan’s ancient walled city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich history and culture hidden within. The city stands as a haven of old world artisanry, sumptuous spices, labyrinthine streets and dramatic landscapes. With its countless art festivals and associations, Tetouan has art “in its blood” at a grassroots level that is rarely seen in this part of the world.  Here you will find Morocco’s prestigious National Institute of Fine Art, National School of Architecture, the Royal Artisan School, and Morocco’s Museum of Modern Art.

FUNDING, WHAT I NEED TO GO

My goal is to raise $3,700 – This will help cover my studio fees, cost of materials, housing, food, and travel expenses for the duration of my time as an artist in residence at Green Olive Arts. Every bit helps, and even if I do not reach my goal, all funds raised will still go towards funding my residency at Green Olive Arts as much as possible.

  • $1300 - Roundtrip Airfare, Atlanta to Morocco
  • $750 - Residency Studio Fees
  • $780 - Housing in Morocco
  • $350 - Food/Groceries
  • $320 - Transportation
  • $200 - Art Materials

Additional funds after the initial goal is reached will go towards:

  • Shipping  & Insurance for Artwork to U.S. from Morocco
  • Taxes, Visa Fees, Inoculation fees
  • Incidentals + Emergency Fund
  • Miscellaneous Needs
  • Indiegogo Campaign Fees

In exchange for your support, I'm excited to take you on this journey with me and bring you back a piece of Morocco! Take a look at the exclusive perks I designed just for this campaign.

EXCLUSIVE PERKS –

  • Exclusive Updates - $5
  • Moroccan Postcard - $10
  • Moroccan Souvenir - $25
  • Limited Edition Art Book - $50
  • Limited Edition Art Print - $100
  • Original Artwork - $500

**Click on each perk to see all included items and details**

MY GRATITUDE

I'm often overcome with gratitude that I can practice art and share it with the world in hopes that my message of empowerment creates awareness and inspiration. I'm so proud to be part of such an amazing group of artists and humans, scattered near and far, brought together by art.  I'm incredibly excited to see where this new adventure will take me and my work, and it wouldn't be possible without your generosity!  I can not thank you all enough! Anything you are able to contribute, whether it be a donation or by sharing my campaign on your Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, with your community is greatly appreciated!

To learn more about me, feel free to visit my website at http://aleathalindsay.com

Please do check out the FAQ section here on Indiegogo to learn more.

Thank ya'll so much!

 

ABOUT ARTIST, ALEATHA LINDSAY

Aleatha Lindsay is an Atlanta based mixed media artist and independent curator. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Russell Sage College (2011) and a Master of Arts from Savannah College of Art & Design (2013). She also studied Dance Movement Therapy in Corfu, Greece. After completing her studies, she went on to pursue posts in the mental health, arts community development, and special education arenas.

Deaf from the age of 2, she credits her early exposure to the arts with helping her overcome the challenges related to her disability. Her work has been purchased by collectors nationally and exhibited in Atlanta, New York, Spain, and Norway.

Lindsay is the Founder of The Ikouii Creative, an organization that supports artists with disabilities globally and assists organizations in adopting more inclusive attitudes.

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Exclusive Updates from Morocco

Exclusive Updates from Morocco

$5 USD
Ever little bit helps. Your contribution is priceless! Thank you for your support. You will gain access to exclusive updates during my time in Morocco via email! I promise to include lots of beautiful pics!
Included Items
  • Exclusive Newsletter
Estimated Shipping
October 2019
2 claimed
+ Moroccan Postcard

+ Moroccan Postcard

$10 USD
A postcard from Morocco with a personalized thank you note from me! PLUS all the previous perks.
Included Items
  • Postcard
  • Exclusive Newsletter
Estimated Shipping
October 2019
0 claimed
Ships worldwide.
+ Moroccan Souvenir

+ Moroccan Souvenir

$25 USD
A souvenir from Morocco! PLUS all the previous perks.
Included Items
  • Postcard
  • Souvenir
  • Exclusive Newsletter
Estimated Shipping
October 2019
3 claimed
Ships to United States of America
+ Limited Edition Art Book

+ Limited Edition Art Book

$50 USD
You will receive a limited edition full colored art book with a compilation of new works created, photos, and content about my residency at Green Olive Arts. I will also add photos of my previous works. PLUS all the previous perks.
Included Items
  • Postcard
  • Souvenir
  • Exclusive Newsletter
  • Art Book
Estimated Shipping
October 2019
3 out of 100 of claimed
Ships to United States of America
+ Limited Edition Print

+ Limited Edition Print

$100 USD
An limited edition 16 x 20 print of work created during my residency at Green Olive Arts. PLUS all the previous perks.
Included Items
  • Postcard
  • Souvenir
  • Exclusive Newsletter
  • Art Book
  • 16 x 20 Print
Estimated Shipping
October 2019
1 out of 50 of claimed
Ships to United States of America
+ Original Art

+ Original Art

$500 USD
I am incredibly thankful for those of you who have the ability to help me in this way. For your support, You will receive an original artwork of your choice. PLUS all the previous perks.
Included Items
  • Postcard
  • Souvenir
  • Original Artwork
  • Exclusive Newsletter
  • Art Book
  • 16 x 20 Print
Estimated Shipping
October 2019
1 out of 10 of claimed
Ships worldwide.

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