Facilitator – Artist-in-residence programs

As a facilitator for artist-in-residence programs, Changing Places serves as the primary liaison between the artist and the program organiser to give the artist a chance to gain broad insight into a different cultural environment by spending time in their selected area of practice, allowing them to find inspiration, establish networks and explore new projects and collaborations in their artistic domain. We provide direct oversight of the logistics pertaining to travel, hospitality, and procuring of materials needed for the residency program. We liaise between the artist and the regional community, assisting with professional resources, networks, general news and events in order for the artist to have access to the resources necessary to have a successful residency experience.

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Sumita, I can’t thank you enough for your hospitality and help, as facilitator during my residency program. Not only were you always available and efficient, but you were also very quick to understand my needs and put me in touch with the right people. Your apartment is like a little piece of paradise. I felt like in a cocoon which is for me perfectly suitable for working. It is spacious, clean, calm and cosy. And what’s more, it is perfectly located, which allowed me to explore the area by foot- whether to go to restaurants, shopping, or even concerts. Nothing to add, it was an impeccable stay. I hope our paths will cross again. Wish you all the best!

Gilles Grimaître Swiss artist -in- residence, Pro-Helvetia

From the first moment I stepped into your flat, I knew that I was going to feel good here, during my 2.5 months. It’s a perfect snailspace, if some cyclone hits the city, or if there are riots because a populist politician dies, or just to relax on a ‘normal’ afternoon and listen to the birds. You have been a big help during demonetisation and a good guide to the classy and less classy extends of the city. As my local host, you were great, Thank you for everything!

Lukas Mantel Swiss Artist-in-residence, Pro Helvetia

Sumita Chesetty has been a most precious ally to us during our short but intense stay in Chennai. She quickly figured out what our intentions were and soon anticipated our every need. She’s fast, discreet, well connected, very reliable and last but not least, a wonderful person! With Sumita, we felt we were in the best hands possible.

Malcolm Braff
Claire Huguenin Swiss Artists in Residence, Prohelvetia
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