Through its different programs, DAÏMÔN encourages artists to push the limits of their practice and to develop new and original approaches to image, video, photography, sound art, electronics and new medias.

DAÏMÔN provides artists with workspaces and access to a wide range of technical equipment, encouraging them to research and experiment across disciplines, creating dynamic links between arts and technology.

DAÏMÔN’s team accompanies the artists supported by our programs so they can fully develop their project on the artistic, conceptual and technical levels.

ARTIST(S)-IN-RESIDENCE

Open to all artist profiles with a practice in media arts, from all regions of the globe; The Artist(s)-in-Residence program supports research and creation projects within the media arts field. These residencies run over a period of four (4) weeks. As part of this program, DAÏMÔN offers:

  • Technical and artistic support
  • Accommodation for out-of-region artists
  • Access to state-of-the-art equipment
  • Services and support by a technician (max 20h)
  • Artist’s fee of $2000
  • Travel allowance*

* All other production costs are the responsibility of the artist.

Next call for projects : November 17th, 2023
For more information : soumission@daimon.qc.ca

AUTO-DESIGNED RESIDENCIES

Open to all artist profiles with a practice in media arts, from all regions of the globe; the Auto-Designed Residencies program offers a flexible working environment, ideal for artists in periods of research and exploration. The residency can take place remotely and/or on our premises over a maximum period of six months. As part of this program, DAÏMÔN offers:

  • Access to all the creative spaces and the equipment park
  • Access to software and portable equipment
  • Technical and artistic support, upon request (max 15h)
  • A public meeting, in person or virtual
  • An artist fee of $1000*

* All other production costs are the responsibility of the artist.

Next call for projects : November 17th, 2023
For more information : soumissions@daimon.qc.ca

FIRST WORKS

Through this program, DAÏMÔN supports the creation of a first work in media and or digital arts. The residency lasts two weeks. Are eligible: artists in the media arts at the start of their career as well as established professional artists working in another discipline. As part of this program, DAÏMÔN offers:

  • Technical and artistic support
  • Access to state-of-the-art equipment
  • Services of a technician (max 15h)
  • Artist’s fee of $1000*

* All other production costs are the responsibility of the artist.

Next call for projects : November 17th, 2023
For more information : soumission@daimon.qc.ca

REQUEST FOR PROJECT SUPPORT

You are working on a funding proposal and could benefit from our support? Artists and organizations from the Gatineau, Ottawa and Outaouais regions, developing a media and/or digital arts project are invited to submit a request under the following conditions:

  • That it be required by the funder(s) that the nature and value of the center’s contribution be confirmed in writing;
  • That the request is sent to us at least ten (10) days before the deadline for submission;
  • That the value in exchange for services of our center does not exceed 30% of the total value of the project.

To submit your project, send an email to info@daimon.qc.ca with the following information:

  • Your artistic curriculum with your full contact details;
  • The financial backer, the program and the deadline of the deposit concerned;
  • A description of the project;
  • A list of your technical needs;
  • Timeline;
  • One or more supporting documents (images, audio and/or video, maximum 2gb).

Please note :

  • Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered;
  • Only access services to creative spaces (darkroom, electronic laboratory, ambisonic studio and multifunction studio) and the rental of items from our equipment pool are eligible under this program.

Filing date : anytime
For information: info@daimon.qc.ca

PARTNERS

In collaboration with various local and regional partners, DAÏMÔN offers broad support for the development and practice of the media arts. From conception to dissemination, our collaborative projects offer attractive financial and technical conditions for artists and their works to reach a large public and attract the attention of organizations and institutions. DAÏMÔN is a proud partner of: