The project for grant writing at BAF will consist of a month long research role where I will independently (for the most part) produce a grant to be submitted in early December. I will be working closely with the director of the Burrard Arts Foundation, Kate Bellringer, who will be guiding me through the process of appropriate language and format structure for the outline of the final proposal. Though I do not have any previous experience I have been informed that all necessary education will be provided in order to commence the research. I am excited to further my research skills and broaden my lexicon of art.
In my initial meeting with Chantal Sullivan and Kate Bellringer we discussed the objectives of BAF and previous exhibits and projects. This project will begin during the 3rd week of October, and until then I am instructed to continue familiarizing with the archive of previous shows and artists that BAF has engaged with. This will aid in forming a clear mental image of how BAF choses to represent emerging arts on a global and local scale, which will be essential to carry through into grant writing.
My involvement with BAF during the fall will be an intense commitment given the level of independence in regards to the project. I will have a personal working space at the foundation where I will be advised and given feedback primarily by Kate. My hours are yet to be established. Both Chantal and Kate have indicated communication will be best maintained via email.