FAQ'S

1.WHO ARE WE?

Established in 1997, KHOJ is an artist-led initiative. KHOJ sees its role as an incubator for experimental art and ideas, artistic exchange and dialogue. KHOJ is part of the global Triangle Arts Trust.

2. WHERE ARE WE?

• KHOJ studios, Delhi

KHOJ sits on the edge of Khirkee Village very close to Malviya Nagar situated in the south of Delhi, The 5 KHOJ Studios serve as gallery spaces and artists studios.

• KHOJ Kolkata

A working group of artists who came together in October 2005 after detailed discussion with members of KHOJ Delhi with a view to energize and extend the available inputs from within the local artistic scene.

3. WHAT ARE OUR AREAS OF INTEREST?

We are most interested in work that engages new approaches to subject matter and media. Our current areas of interest are new & multi media, installation, performance art, sound and sonic art, public and community based art projects and experimental theatre.

4. WHAT DO WE DO?

KHOJ actively assists, develops and promotes new investigative and experimental art practices in all media through programs that include:

• International Residencies
• International Workshops
• Peers: KHOJ Student Residency
• Associate Residencies
• Exhibitions
• Film Screenings
• Talks/Presentations
• Symposia
• Internships

5. HOW CAN YOU BE A PART OF OUR PROGRAMS/ACTIVITIES?

KHOJ welcomes participation in our events and programs. Please check the relevant programs for details.

Our website also provides additional opportunities for online interaction via:

• Groups
• Blogs
• KHOJ Wiki
• Mailing lists/newsletters

6. ARE WE OPEN TO INDEPENDENT APPLICATIONS AND WHAT ARE THE APPLICATION PROCEDURES?

KHOJ welcomes applications/proposals from creative practitioners, particularly those interested in interdisciplinary / experimental practice. Artists working in all media are invited to send in proposals. Since we have limited resources all applications cannot be realized. Short listed proposals will be reviewed by KHOJ.

7. WHAT FACILITIES/SUPPORT DO WE OFFER?

• Studios

The KHOJ Residency provides six weeks access to Studio facilities and restricted equipment, which include, 5 guest studios for artists, 4 on the first floor and 1 on the ground floor for artists of all mediums to work in.

• Accommodation

KHOJ provides accommodation for out of station artists at the KHOJ guesthouse, which is a 3 bedroom flat with attached bath and a small self-catered kitchenette, which is 5 kms away from the studio building.

• Outreach:

KHOJ facilitates outreach activities during the course of the residency that may take the form of workshops and talks with students and other artists.

• Costs & Funding:

Artists are encouraged to raise funding to cover their residency in New Delhi, KHOJ is committed to helping raise funds for artists from South Asia and from those countries that lack funding structures.