
Light Up Artist Residency provides dedicated time and space for creative work while allowing senior and retired artists to lecture young talents with their professional knowledge and experience. The program will enable residents to engage at his/her own level and pace with young and gifted artists who are pursuing their passions in the art/music industry. Our professional programmers are devoted to developing experiences, adventures, and workshops for professional seniors, retired artists musicians to preserve wisdom and humor for generations to come. Beyond this core value, Light Up Artist Residency Program intends to offer support, visibility, and growth in the artist's community. The program exists to create brighter and healthier futures that unlock the potential of communities through an advanced development approach. Through this program, communities are positioned to fully benefit from the wisdom and diverse experience of a thriving aging population. We also host art exhibitions and receptions for residents, visiting artists and young talents while welcoming the public to attend our high-quality music concerts and travel to our cultural center and music venues. Newcomers and guests will be invited to join us on this unique journey of self-discovery and creative expression. Applications for residency are on a continual basis; there are no deadlines. Light Up Artist Residency Program allows artists of all disciplines an open environment to work creatively, with distraction. Furthermore, the residency will be partly funded, including accommodation and water bills. Artists only need to pay electricity/gas and internet fee. Contact us today to get more information about our Artist Residency Program.
Artist Residency

Early Career Training
Career Development in the art industry is challenging for any artist. The highest priority of the Light Up Career Development Program is to support talented artists in their early careers. We are looking for young talents who are ambitious, innovative, and creative. The training program is designed to guide and support the most promising young talents right from the start. You will: -Meet and connect with other emerging artists and art administrators. -Build capacity in your identified communities (area of practice). -Develop your artistic and administrative practice. -Expand your professional networks and career experience. This dynamic program offers young professionals an opportunity to accelerate their development and advance their careers as they work closely with a range of accomplished artists in the industry. Contact us to get more information about the eligibility for application.

Light Up Scholarships provide financial assistance and promote young talents pursuing a major in the performing arts, fashion design, or classical music. To be considered for one of these scholarships, students must audition in his/her area of excellence. We are looking for someone who is deeply considered, imaginative and provides artistic experiences that communicate unique perspectives. Criteria for maintaining a scholarship varies by department and are generally committed to participating in departmental ensembles, performances, or activities. For more information, please contact us directly.
Art Scholarships

What We Offer
Creating and Expanding Positively Life-Changing Experiences through Art for Talents.



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LIGHT UP GLOBAL
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Future Financial Sponsorship
After students finish their training programs, Light Up will continue to provide them with financial sponsorship.. The patrons we have partnered with will support the selective young talents to start, develop, and work on their craft. The future financial sponsorship aims to create a strong network for new talents to cut their teeth and essentially train for the bigger stages with a phenomenal global musical reputation. Contact us to get more information.

Urgent Support
In the event of an emergency, Light Up creates an emergency initiative to offer financial and informational resources to artists by connecting them with our diverse network of residency programs across the world. We work with a network of committed partners who have a long history of supporting artists in times of emergency and providing vital support, such as urgent rental support, to the artist community in addressing the needs of artists. We encourage artists in need of funding to consult us directly.

Comprehensive
Art and Design Courses
We offer a series of free art and fashion classes designed specifically for young, aspiring artists and designers. These classes are part of our mission to nurture and empower the next generation of creative talent, providing them with the tools, skills, and inspiration needed to thrive in the competitive world of art and fashion. Contact us for further details.