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Our Arts Programme brings Asia into the mainstream of New Zealand arts by inspiring New Zealand arts professionals to grow their connections and knowledge of Asia. It also supports the presentation of Asian arts in partnership with New Zealand arts organisations and events.

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Glimpses of Kofu

In July this year, artist and Dunedin School of Art lecturer Thomas Lord returned to Kofu, central Japan, to the undertake a residency at AIRY (Artist in Residence Yamanashi). In this article, Thomas reflects on his time at AIRY and the stillness of the countryside that imbues the photos he took during his residency.

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Tour reveals vibrant Vietnam to emerging curators

We talk to curator Milly Mitchell-Anyon about visiting Vietnam alongside five fellow curators to learn about the country's arts scene and make connections.

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Reflections on weather - an artist's visit to Japan

Travelling to Japan earlier this year to explore how weather is portrayed across various forms of Japanese visual arts, artist Georgie Hill visited galleries and museums, engaging with works of art and learning from professionals in the field.

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New Waves: arts research report

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What we offer

Our Arts Programme offers grants for arts practitioners, event organisers and professional arts companies. We also provide residency opportunities in Asia and lead arts curators and programmers tours to Asia.

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Arts Practitioners Fund

Our Arts Practitioners Fund supports arts practitioners undertake opportunities that deepen artistic and professional connections such as residencies, work placements, research tours and exchanges.

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Arts Project Fund

The Arts Project Fund supports New Zealand professional arts companies, events and organisations to deliver projects that will grow New Zealanders' awareness and knowledge of Asian arts.

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Tokyo International Music Market opportunity

The Asia New Zealand Foundation Te Whītau Tūhono is calling for applications from music programmers, promoters, music SME/business owners to join a delegation attending the Tokyo International Music Market (TIMM) 2024.

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