scent as canvas: painting emotions through fragrance
Oo La Lab is launching its inaugural Artist-in-Residence program in Singapore and Dubai (UAE). This initiative is designed to foster creativity and collaboration between artists and the world of scent, inviting innovative minds to explore the intersection of art and olfactory experiences.
Are you an artist, influencer, or student passionate about the world of scent, creativity, and cultural storytelling? We’re excited to invite you to become our next Artist in Residence at Oo La Lab in either Chinatown, Singapore or Design District, Dubai.
Dates of the program: February 10th, 2025 - May 10th, 2025.
Location: For Singapore-based artists: Oo La Lab, 71 Amoy Street, Singapore 069890.
Location: For Dubai-based artists: Oo La Lab, Dubai Design District, Building 4 Unit 204B.
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
What We Expect:
- Fresh Creative Perspectives: We’re looking for artists who can bring new energy, bold ideas, and innovative storytelling to the lab, exploring themes that align with our brand’s ethos—such as cultural narratives, sensory storytelling, or social impact.
- Collaborative Spirit: You’ll work alongside our team to co-create immersive experiences, experimental products, and unique campaigns that blend your artistic touch with the world of fragrance.
- Social Media Content: As part of the residency, we expect regular content creation (e.g., behind-the-scenes videos, social media takeovers, or blog posts) to document your journey, connect with our community, and share your evolving ideas.
- Alignment with Our Values: We’re looking for individuals who have a passion for sensory experiences, sustainability, and cultural storytelling.
Ideal Candidate Skills & Abilities:
- Artistic Talent: You should have a strong foundation in an artistic discipline—be it visual arts, design, photography, or mixed media—with a portfolio showcasing your creativity.
- Storytelling Ability: You should be able to translate concepts into engaging narratives, whether through visuals, written content, or experiential designs.
- Interest in Scent & Culture: While prior experience with fragrance isn’t necessary, a keen interest in sensory storytelling, cultural exploration, and innovative expression is key.
- Social Media Savvy: Ability to create engaging content across platforms (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, YouTube) is a plus, as part of the residency involves sharing your creative journey.
Duration & Commitment:
- Residency Period: The residency will run for 3-6 months, with the option for extension based on mutual interest and project scope.
- Time Commitment: We expect a minimum of 10-15 hours per week dedicated to the residency, including creative production, collaborative sessions, and community engagement events.
- Creative Freedom: You’ll have access to our studio and resources to create unique scent-inspired artworks, fragrances, or installations. This is your opportunity to experiment with fragrance as an art form and explore new dimensions of olfactory creativity.
- Exposure & Platform: Your work will be featured in our stores, across our social media channels, and during special events or workshops—giving you exposure to our audience of scent enthusiasts, creatives, and brand collaborators.
- Stipend & Materials: A monthly stipend and full access to our fragrance materials, vessels, and production tools will be provided to support your creative process.
- Mentorship: You’ll have the chance to collaborate with our in-house scent artists and storytellers, gaining insights into the intersection of art, culture, and chemistry.
- Exhibition Opportunity: At the end of the residency, you’ll host a solo exhibition of your work inside Oo La Lab, which could include an event or workshop of your design, engaging our community in your creative journey.
Send us your portfolio, a brief description of your artistic practice, and a proposal for a project or concept you’d like to explore during your residency (max 2 pages) to info@oola-lab.com.
