AGB Artist Residency in Ceramics Call for Applications

The Art Gallery of Burlington is now accepting applications for the Artist Residency in Ceramics.

Duration:

•   September 2016 to September 2017
  

•   Working days are to be determined to suit both the Gallery’s needs and the
  

  successful candidate’s other commitments
  

•   Stipend: $200 per week (excluding holidays)
  

•   The successful candidate will be expected to work as a studio technician for up to 15
  

  hours per week, not including studio time used for personal explorations
  

  Suitable Candidates:
  

•   Recent graduate in ceramics from a recognized institution or in his/her graduating
  

  year in a ceramics program at a recognized institution
  

•   Possess an interest in arts and craft, and are able to tackle a few projects at once and
  

  deliver all on time
  

•   Self-motivated and able to work in a communal environment
  

  Benefits:
  

•   This is a great opportunity for the successful candidate to build their portfolio with
  

  diverse projects that support our programs including the possibility of exhibition in
  

  our RBC Community Gallery
  

•   The successful candidate will have access to a fully equipped studio including
  

  potter’s wheels, electric, gas and raku kilns, etc… Tools, clay and glazes are not
  

  included.
  

•   The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach in our community and
  

  studio programs
  

•   The AGB is open some evenings and weekends
  

•   The current Ceramics Resident will be available to discuss the residency and their
  

  experience
  

  To apply, please send a resume and cover letter by May 15, 2016 to:
  

  Denis Longchamps, Artistic Director & Chief Curator
  Art Gallery of Burlington
  1333 Lakeshore Road
  Burlington, ON L7S 1A9 

  Or by email: [email protected]
  A current portfolio will be required if you are selected for an interview.
  

About the AGB: The Art Gallery of Burlington is a public art gallery and community art centre
located in the heart of Burlington, Ontario. We stage as many as 20 regional, national and
international exhibitions a year, and are home to the world’s largest collection of Canadian
contemporary ceramics and seven art and fine craft guilds. An interactive and creative space,
we provide art and craft education programs and public tours for people of all ages. Spanning
over 44,000 square feet, our space boasts seven fully equipped studios, three galleries, a one of
a kind gift shop, a sculpture courtyard and year-round conservatory. For more information on
the AGB visit AGB.life 

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