The provision of Technical Support is part of our commitment to assist all artists at the Centre develop new work in a safe environment. This involves one-to-one work with artists on residence and on a daily basis using specialized plant, equipment and includes workshop provision and administrative assistance in supplies and procurement. General Technical Support also includes the Maintenance and checking of equipment, Health and safety implementation on the shop floor and extends to the installation of all exhibitions and site-specific projects.
ARTISTS' TECHNICAL SUPPORT FRAMEWORK
GENERAL TECHNICAL SUPPORT
All artists working at the Centre receive General Technical Support from in-house staff, free up to 10 hours a month. This involves setting up and organizing workspaces, the provision of tools and equipment in a safe working condition; health and safety support when required; support in helping to assemble, move or make safe artworks and full technical support for installation of gallery exhibitions. General Technical Support over the 10 hours is charged at €20 ph.
A. ARTISTS TECHNICAL SUPPORT (ONE-TO ONE MENTORS)
This is generally provided by Freelance artists (non-staff) registered with the Centre who have demonstrated expertise in specific material processes and/or techniques (basic or advanced). This is charged at €50 per hour.
Artists Technical Support may also be provided by LSC staff who offer assistance with the direct making of artwork. Currently this is charged at €30 ph and depends on whether staff are available and acquainted with the process/es involved.
B. WORKSHOP TUTORS
Teaching workshops is generally provided by Freelance artists (non-staff) registered with the Centre who have demonstrated expertise in specialist material processes and/or techniques and registered their workshops with the Centre.
Workshop tutors are paid €50 per hour for Beginners or Masterclass workshops = (€350 per 7 hr. day = 1-2 prep/report + 5-6 contact.)
C. FACILITY INDUCTION
One-off induction is provided by either Staff or Freelance artists (non-staff) registered with the Centre. It is a requirement of all artists new to a specific technical area and covers up to 1 hour’s introduction in the safe use of the workshop space and equipment or plant.
Charged at €30 per hour if provided by a freelance artist.