Survival Guide

 

When an artist relocates to a new country there is a lot of new information to uncover and absorb: how to find a studio? How to register for tax and vat? Where to apply for funding? This guide provides information about establishing your artistic practice in Norway. 

 
 
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live and practice as an artist

In order to continue an artistic practice you may need a studio, access to a workshop, knowledge on where and how to apply for project support and grants, as well as where to get further education and training. Also, you may have to consider different work possibilities to pay bills. Some of this information can be found here.

 
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get into the art field

It can feel like walking without a map, when you are coming to a new place with a different art field. This section has information about artist organizations, art spaces, museums and useful resources that can give a better overview of the art field in Norway.

 
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practical issues

There are many practical issues that you have to deal with as an artist in Norway.
You need to get an organisation number, know about VAT, deliver tax papers and know how to invoice.
You find some useful information about this in this section.

 
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get more input

Education can be a great opportunity to further develop your art practice and establish a new network. There several public universities and art academies, but also a number of private institutions offering various courses within the arts.