by Carole Epp | Jul 27, 2019 | residency opportunity, workshops
Penland’s Winter Residency program is a short-term residency opportunity for artists seeking to work independently in one of our 16 studios during Penland’s quiet season. Emerging and established artists are encouraged to apply for our 2-week and 4-week sessions. Shared studio access is provided to a small number of artists each session, inviting enough people to encourage conversation and creative camaraderie, but not so many that focused time in the studio is compromised. Our goal is to support artistic growth, experimentation, and inquiry in all media by offering artists the time, space, and equipment they need to promote professional development.
Penland Winter Residencies are for:
- Artists needing access to facilities for research and development that can be uniquely supported by Penland’s studios and equipment.
- Art educators who are seeking focused work time during a winter break or sabbatical.
- Two or more artists wanting to work collaboratively on a specific project or simply alongside one another in order to share technical expertise and/or creative inspiration. (Each member of the collaboration must apply individually.)
Full details HERE.
DEADLINE AUGUST 15th!
Also check out their website for amazing upcoming workshops by Virginia Scotchie, Arthur Gonzalez, Hitomi Shibata & Takuro Shibata, Bryan Hopkins, Suze Lindsay & Kent McLaughlin, Eleanor Anderson, Jenny Mendes, and Kurt Anderson,
by Carole Epp | May 31, 2019 | residency opportunity
General Info
- The Port Moody Arts Centre Society supports artistic excellence and innovation. This residency is open to all emerging ceramic artists over 19 years of age. The residency will require an emphasis on making, learning and sharing the process of creating with clay.
- The residency is an excellent opportunity for artistic development within an innovative and supportive ceramic community. The clay studios at the Arts Centre are busy, supportive and house a true sense of community. There are classes for adults in hand building and wheel throwing, children’s classes that range from after school clay to spring & summer camps, plus a very active Open Studio group of ceramic devotees.
- The resident artist will be available for public outreach activities such as Open Studio, informal talks, studio tours for student groups, demos and exhibition installation.
The Resident receives:
- A secured ceramic studio space for one year, with ample room for a wheel, storage of work in progress, and supplies
- Access to studio space daytime & evenings
- A gallery space for a solo exhibition (average 3-4 weeks) before the residency ends.
- Up to 2 glaze firings /month for pieces that will be included in the final exhibition or are part of the artistic practice moving towards the final exhibition
- Engagement opportunities with the Arts Centre’s community of ceramic artists
- The opportunity to purchase clay through the Arts Centre.
- The opportunity to present classes and/or workshops to teach at the Arts Centre
In return, we ask that the Resident:
- Dedicate sufficient time in the studio to complete a solo exhibition at the end of their residency
- Supervise Open Studio sessions (community aspect)
- Create works for the year-end exhibition, working in conjunction with the Gallery Manager
- Be responsible for own clay/specialty glazes/tools/equipment (i.e. wheel)
- Promote best interests of the Arts Centre and participate in fundraising initiatives
- Comply with all occupational, health and safety issues
- Pass a Criminal Information Check
- Comply with policy and procedures set forth by the Art Centre’s ceramic department
There will be opportunity to instruct, engage with the public and to display your work. There will be no exchange of funds involved with the residency, however, the CAIR may sell their work during the year-end exhibition and Winter Treasures show. If the CAIR teaches classes where there is a class fee, they will collect a wage for their time teaching.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the online application form
The deadline to apply is Sunday June 9th, 2019
We thank you in advance for your application, however, only selected applicants will be contacted for interviews and an announcement will be made in July, for a start date in September (to be confirmed with the successful applicant).
Visit their website HERE.
by Carole Epp | Apr 14, 2019 | emerging artist, residency opportunity
Summer Applications are open until April 30th
The Nanaimo Ceramic Arts Studio and Gallery is located in the heart of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. We offer a variety of classes, workshops and membership programs, plus we host an Artist-in-Residence three times a year. The dates of the Residency terms are: June 1st to August 30th, September 1st to December 23rd and January 10th to May 30th 2020.
During their Residency, Artists will have the opportunity to complete a body of work, show and sell in our gallery and receive guidance in developing a business plan. The unique set-up of Nanaimo Ceramic Arts allows emerging artists to participate and learn within the structure of a small business. Artists are provided with 180 square feet of private space and 24-hour access to electric kilns and pottery equipment. If they wish, artists may apply to host workshops which can bring in a small income. For artists interested in wood fire NCA has strong links to the Tozan Cultural Society, a train kiln and large Noboragama kiln in Cedar (please note that the wood kilns are only fired in the wet seasons and require full participation in prep and firing.)
Nanaimo Ceramic Arts offers two different residency formats.
Product Creation
To be considered for this residency, applicants are expected to have a firm understanding of their material and be ready to begin producing work for sale with the objective of continued production. During their residency, artists will have an opportunity to:
Assistance with this project will be provided through directed assignments,
and regular meetings with the owner-manager of Nanaimo Ceramic Arts, Bronwyn Arundel.
Business Development (not available for June-August 2019)
To be considered for this residency, applicants are expected to have already developed a consistent product line and have some experience selling their work. The objective will be to develop a practical business plan that can be executed after the residency. During their time, artists will have an opportunity to complete a business plan with the following:
Residencies are based upon a work exchange agreement between the Artist-In-Residence and Nanaimo Ceramic Arts. In exchange for space to work, access to materials and assistance with their project, Artists-in-Residence are required to be present in their space for a regularly-scheduled minimum of 15 hours a week during Gallery open hours. The agreement will require the resident to assist with customer walk-ins, and gallery sales as well as contribute to studio tasks which help maintain the function and cleanliness of the studio. Details of these commitments will be included in your contract. Artists are required to pay for their own materials. Clay can be purchased through Nanaimo Ceramic Arts and includes the unlimited use of studio glazes and firing.
Nanaimo Ceramic Arts maintains a clean and health-and-safety-conscious space. Surfaces are kept free of clay dust and precautions are made to limit dust in the air. We do not use toxic chemicals or materials. This includes gold luster, or other known toxins, in our glazes.
Priority is given to clay artists but the Residency is not limited to ceramics. Note: no toxic or noxious chemicals will be allowed, including oil paints or dust-creating processes.
About NCA
Nanaimo Ceramic Arts Studio and Gallery is located in the old quarter of downtown Nanaimo, on traditional Snuneymuxw land. NCA is 1700 sq./feet and consists of a gallery, 2 private studios, a kitchenette, kiln room with two kilns, a glaze kitchen and 800 sq./foot classroom studio with wheels, a slab roller and extruder. The classroom hosts 3-5 ceramic classes a week, a membership drop-in 5 days a week and advanced weekend workshops. NCA uses white clay and fires to cone 6, alternative clay bodies and firings will be considered for resident artists.
Apply Here
Visit their website for more information HERE
by Carole Epp | Apr 6, 2019 | residency opportunity
Overview
Studio Practicum programs provide an opportunity for participants to expand and enhance their technical skills in mediums supported by Banff Centre’s Visual Arts production facilities.
In this program, participants will develop ceramics techniques through practical experience with kiln firing (electric, gas, soda, raku, and wood), and ceramics studio operation.
Participants will receive mentorship and feedback from the Ceramics Facilitator, and assist in the delivery of Visual Arts residency programs and events. Participants will also learn maintenance and safe operation of equipment, and provide assistance to the Ceramics Facilitator in support of artists in residence utilizing the ceramics facilities.
What does the program offer?
Learning opportunities will arise through workshops, demonstrations, and instruction in studio training. Individual learning objectives and goals are determined in consultation with a mentor at the beginning of the program. Ceramics is the principal focus of this program, however supplementary learning opportunities may be offered in other Visual Arts disciplines throughout the program.
Practicum participants will experience hands-on learning in support of artist projects in Visual Arts residency programs. Participants will receive mentorship to strengthen their technical and artistic knowledge, as well as communication, critical thinking, teamwork, leadership and problem-solving skills.
The regular course of study for the Ceramics Studio Practicum is 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Participants have the opportunity to spend one weekday focused on independent study, while the other four weekdays are dedicated to supporting the Ceramics Facilitator, artists in residence, and regular departmental projects.
Who should apply?
This program is suited for recent graduates of studio-based programs with an emphasis on ceramics. The program offers experience within a professional organization for those seeking careers as studio technicians or production assistants, or those in pursuit of graduate studies. Applicants must exhibit foundational skills in ceramics through their portfolio submissions.
Artists from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, with a special invitation to individuals of Indigenous descent.
Full details can be found HERE.
by Carole Epp | Mar 21, 2019 | residency opportunity
Now accepting applications for residencies beginning July 1, 2019
Deadline to apply: April 15, 2019
Media requirements: Fiber, Clay, Jewelry & Metalsmithing, Wood
Length of Residency: 6 month residencies available
The Artist-in-Residence program supports emerging and mid-career artists to develop their artwork in a collaborative, community-based arts center. This residency is for self-directed artists that are interested in gaining experience in teaching and creating a new body of artwork. This residency, set in the heart of the Grand Arts District of St. Louis, has the advantage of an active, urban setting with exposure to a broad audience that connects to performing arts, literature, culinary, and visual arts. Craft Alliance encourages Artist-in-Residence to explore and develop their studio practice.
Emphasis on teaching:
Artists-In-Residents are encouraged to instruct in our studios and will be given multiple opportunities to teach in Craft Alliance educational programs and community engagement programs. Our Education Center offers adult evening, weekend, and daytime classes and workshops both local and national. Artists work closely with the Education Director to develop their teaching skills.
A resident artist who is passionate about developing and fostering community through art can take advantage of our community programs offered at Craft Alliance. An opportunity for artists to work with a regional school districts to develop, execute and install a collaborative student-authored permanent public artwork. The role of the artist is to instruct the students, facilitate an ongoing dialog and steer the work of art into its final exhibited presentation. Success of this project requires a teaching artist dedicated to engaging with students over a 3-month period on location at their school. This site-specific project will get permanently displayed on the school grounds. The artist will be working closely with our Director of Community Programs in all aspects of the project from budget, schedule, and execution.
In addition, the resident will have teaching opportunities in our Crafting-A-Future Program, a teen portfolio building program, and our ArtsSmart Program which Introduces St. Louis metro area students to contemporary craft media and studio practices through class trips to Craft Alliance education centers.
Craft Alliance provides:
· A free private studio space (180 square feet) valued at $3,390 for 6 months including parking.
· Each private studio comes with a 6 foot table, chair, shelving unit and air filter. Other equipment such as a potter’s wheel or metals work bench can be provided.
· Each studio opens onto a common area, and the artists will have access to fully equipped classroom studios for metals, clay, fiber, wood turning, and graphics, and
also nearby water/sink facilities.
· A professional development stipend of up to $500 to reimburse artists for outside conferences, entry fees, art fairs, etc.
· Artist may take classes free of charge in our Education centers.
· A wide variety of teaching opportunities are available through Craft Alliance Center of Art + Design’s Education Center and Community Outreach Programs.
· Artist receives a monthly stipend.
· During the residency, artists’ creative work is represented by Craft Alliance Center of Art + Design and may be considered for sales in the Delmar Gallery Shop.
· Group exhibition at the end of residency cycle presented in the Delmar Loop Gallery.
Artist obligations:
· Must be in the studio at least 20 hours per week, 15 of those hours must be during public hours.
· Resident must create one interaction that engages with the general public, which CA staff will help schedule and promote. Examples of a public engagement are a
lecture, a workshop, a pop-up installation, etc.
· Artist must donate one piece of art to CA’s fundraising gala, and if possible be present.
Residency start dates and length determined by program review panel.
Next call for applications will be Spring 2019 for residency cycle July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020.
Apply Now: craftalliance.org/artists-residence
