Resident Artists & Programme
Residency Artists for the SUP Taiwan Residency Programme; Margarita Frančeska Loze and Danny Young.
Both artists bring a unique and innovative approach to their practice. Through a collaborative effort between the SUP team, NCUE, the artists, a three-month residency programme has been thoughtfully designed to foster in-depth collaboration and meaningful community engagement. Margarita explores themes of botany and cultural significance, while Danny focuses on issues of social class and identity. Through this residency, the artists offer fresh perspectives and spark inspiring dialogues and creative explorations within the local context.
SUP Taiwan 駐校藝術家：Margarita Frančeska Loze 與 Danny Young
兩位藝術家皆擁有獨特且創新的創作方式。透過SUP 團隊、NCUE與藝術家的三方協作，計畫共同設計出為期三個月的駐校計畫，並規劃出具深度的合作模式與彰化在地交流方式。Margarita 聚焦於植物學與文化意涵的探索，Danny 則關注社會階級與身份認同等議題。兩位藝術家透過此次駐校計畫，為在地帶來嶄新視角，並激發具啟發性的對話與創作靈感。
Margarita Frančeska Loze
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Danny Young
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About the programme
The SUP International Artist Residency Programme is an immersive and highly collaborative initiative that provides a unique platform for global creative exchange. Through an annual open call, selected artists are invited to participate in this paid residency, where they have the opportunity to develop their artistic practices in Taiwan while engaging with the local community.
SUP works closely with NCUE and the resident artists to co-design and deliver the residency, ensuring its relevance and practicality for both the artists and the university’s students and faculty. Prior to the artists’ arrival, the SUP team offers comprehensive pre-residency support, ensuring that the artists are well-informed, well-equipped, and fully prepared for their experience in Taiwan.
This collaborative approach fosters a mutually enriching environment, supporting creative growth, cultural exchange, and the development of lasting international networks.
關於計畫
SUP國際藝術家駐校計畫是一個沉浸式且高度合作的計畫，提供一個獨特的全球創意交流平台。透過每年一次的公開徵選，入選的藝術家將獲得這個帶薪駐校機會，並在台灣發展他們的藝術實踐，同時與當地社群互動。
SUP與駐校藝術家及國立彰化師範大學（NCUE）緊密合作，共同設計並執行此駐校計畫，確保其對藝術家、學生及教職員皆具實用性和相關性。在藝術家抵達之前，SUP團隊提供詳細的駐校前支援，確保藝術家充分了解並做好準備，順利開展在台的駐校經歷。
這種合作模式促進了雙向豐富的環境，支持創意成長、文化交流，並發展長期的國際合作網絡。
Artist-led Workshops, Talks and Events
Workshops are a core component of the residency programme. Resident artists are required to deliver two workshops per week for students at the hosting university. Prior to the artists’ arrival, the SUP team collaborates with each artist to design an initial workshop plan based on their individual practice, which is then discussed and refined in consultation with NCUE to ensure practicality and alignment with the curriculum. During the residency, regular meetings between SUP, NCUE, and the artists are held to review feedback and make necessary adjustments to the workshops, ensuring both teaching quality and positive learning outcomes for students. In addition to workshops, each artist is required to deliver two artist talks, sharing their creative journeys, research directions, and residency experiences. Artists are also encouraged to propose and host additional activities that contribute to enriching the academic and artistic environment for students and faculty alike.
藝術家主導的工作坊、講座與相關活動
作為駐校計畫的重要環節，藝術家須每週為主辦學校學生開設兩場工作坊。SUP 團隊會於藝術家抵達前，依據其個別創作脈絡與專業領域，協助規劃初步的工作坊方案，並與 NCUE 共同討論確認，以確保內容與課程實務的契合度。
駐校期間，SUP、NCUE 與藝術家之間將定期召開會議，依據執行過程中的回饋與實際狀況，持續檢視與調整工作坊的設計與實施方式，確保工作坊的教學品質與了解學生學習反饋。除了工作坊之外，每位藝術家亦需舉辦兩場藝術家講座，分享個人創作經驗、研究方向與駐校期間的探索。同時，藝術家亦鼓勵主動發起各類有助於促進師生交流、豐富校園藝術氛圍的活動與提案。
Field Trips with Students
Invited and arranged by NCUE, the resident artists have multiple opportunities to join students and faculty on field trips as part of the university’s curriculum. These trips include visits to major museums in Taiwan, galleries, and artist studios. It offers a wonderful opportunity for the artists to engage with students, exchange perspectives, and have meaningful conversations about art, culture, and creativity.
與學生一同參與校外參訪
在彰師大的邀請與安排下，駐校藝術家有多次機會參與校內課程中的校外參訪活動，與學生及師長一同前往台灣的重要美術館、藝廊及藝術家工作室等地參觀。這樣的安排不僅讓藝術家能深入了解台灣的藝術環境，也促進了與學生之間的交流與對話，從不同角度探討藝術、文化與創造力。
Local Arts and Education Community Exchange
Responding to the resident artists' creative practices, SUP carefully seeks out interesting opportunities for exchange within the community. The artists have the chance to gain a deeper understanding of the local culture while sharing their perspectives and artistic practices, fostering genuine dialogue and cultural exchange on campus and off campus.
Additionally, the SUP Taiwan team works closely with NCUE to identify suitable exchange activities and organise them through their university's network and support.
These activities include visits to local elementary schools, visiting artist studios, art museums and galleries, and meeting with local and regional arts organisations, allowing the artists to connect with the broader arts and education community in Changhua and other cities in Taiwan.
在地藝術與教育社群交流
根據駐校藝術家的創作實踐，SUP精心尋找社群內具啟發性的交流機會。藝術家們不僅能深入了解在地文化，同時也能分享自身的觀點與創作實踐，於校內外促進真誠的對話與文化交流。
此外，SUP Taiwan團隊也與NCUE密切合作，透過大學的資源網絡協助安排，尋找適合的交流活動。
這些交流活動包括參訪當地小學、藝術家工作室、藝術博物館與畫廊，以及與地方與區域性藝術組織的交流互動，讓藝術家有機會與彰化及台灣其他城市的藝術與教育社群建立更廣泛的連結。
Culture Exploration
Cultural exploration is a key component of the artist residency and cultural exchange programme. Artists are encouraged and supported by the SUP Team to engage deeply with local cultural activities that resonate with their personal interests and artistic practices. From Margarita’s exploration of traditional tea ceremonies to Danny’s fascination with the dragon and tiger imagery found in temples, these experiences become an important source of inspiration for their creative research and work.Through these cultural encounters, the residency fosters a meaningful connection between artistic practice and the rich heritage of the local community.
文化探索
文化探索是駐校藝術家計畫與文化交流的重要核心, 在 SUP 團隊的規劃與支持下，藝術家們深入參與與自身興趣和創作研究相關的在地文化活動。無論是 Margarita 對台灣茶道文化的好奇探索，或是 Danny 對廟宇中龍虎意象的著迷，這些文化經驗成為他們創作靈感的重要來源。透過與在地文化的真實交流，藝術家們將個人藝術實踐與地方文化脈絡緊密連結，激發出更深刻且富有層次的創作能量。
Photos Credits @bluewein 王家駒