In June-July 2012 I will undertake my first international residency in Iceland. The Nes Artist Residency program in the village of Skagastrond has a studio for artist from around the world within a former fish processing plant. During this time I will research for a performance event to be presented at the conclusion of the residency, focusing on the local history of seafood processing, the changing role of tradition, and the manifestation of contemporary ritual.