AGB Artist Residency in Ceramics Call for Applications

by | Apr 24, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday

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 

artgalleryofburlington.com/careers

TONS of upcoming opportunities @ MEDALTA for international artists at all stages of their careers.

by | Mar 31, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday

I can’t lie, I’m a huge fan of Medalta. It’s a home away from home and if they would just let me stay indefinitely with my family I would be there tomorrow and move in permanently. But you, yes YOU, have the chance to go and be a part of this world class facility and international artist residency program. You just have to apply.

So what exactly are you waiting for?
No really…get your applications in!

http://medalta.org/artistopportunities

residency opportunity @ Tyler Deadline April 1st

by | Mar 25, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday

The resident artist serves an important role as a mentor to both the
undergraduate and graduate programs, and compliments two full time
faculty, a full time ceramics technician, adjunct faulty, and 4-6 MFA
students. The resident artist is provided with a 150 square foot studio
space, materials, and kiln access and will be paid to teach 1-2 courses
each semester as an adjunct instructor. The ceramics studio is a
spacious, state-of-the-art facility and includes a full compliment of
ceramics tools and equipment. In addition, the program has a CNC mill
for creating plaster molds, a ceramic decal printer, vinyl cutter and
access to a laser cutter, 3d printer, 3d scanner, and a digital
embroidery machine. Additionally, Tyler is located in North
Philadelphia, less than a mile from Center City, home to numerous
cultural attractions including The Clay Studio, The Philadelphia Art
Alliance, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Fleisher Art Memorial, the
Institute of Contemporary Art, and The Pew Foundation, among many
others.

The ideal candidate will have a MFA, either in ceramics or with
significant experience in ceramics, a strong studio practice, and
excellent studio work (open to all types of work – functional,
figurative, sculptural, performance, installation, design, etc.).
Previous university teaching experience is preferred but not required,
and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

For questions or inquiries, please contact Chad Curtis.


Temple University
Tyler School of Art

2001 North 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122

http://tyler.temple.edu/resident-artist

Harvard Ceramics looking for a new Artist-in-Residence

by | Mar 22, 2016 | Uncategorized

About the Artist in Residence Program

Application Deadline: April 15, 2016
Notification of Residency: May 9, 2016
Residency Dates: September 1, 2016 – August 31, 2017

The Artist in Residence Program through the Ceramics Program, Office
for the Arts at Harvard, offers dedicated artists the opportunity to
involve themselves in research and growth, pushing their art in new
directions in a dynamic, urban studio connected to the Harvard
community. Individuals will have the opportunity to build relevant
skills in research, professional development, technical ability,
creative problem solving, teaching and community involvement through our
Artist in Residence Program.

The Artist in Residence Program offers 

  • Personal studio space (60 sq. ft.) in addition to use of common studio space
  • 7 day studio access
  • Free access to materials – clay, glaze and use of kilns (electric, saggar, wood fire, soda and gas) up to excess
  • Opportunities to take classes and firing workshops within the program
  • Paid teaching opportunities within the program
  • Solo exhibition in Gallery 224 of work completed during residency
  • Attend visiting artist workshops and symposium offered within the program
  • Exhibition/sales opportunities in two annual Show and Sales
  • Access to studio equipment including slab roller, extruder, spray booth, plaster mold-making room and glaze mixing area
  • Access to studio lighting and background material for documenting work
  • Website visibility
  • Access to Harvard University Library and Museums with provided ID.

Expectations of Artist in Residence 

  • One year commitment
  • Must spend 20 hours/week of time dedicated to personal work
  • Must spend 5 hours/week dedicated to work within the program
  • One public workshop presentation
  • Provide presentations to classes
  • Participation in program events and special projects with the Harvard Community 
  • Artist is asked to leave one work for the permanent collection
  • Responsible for own housing 

Application Process

Application can be submitted via hardcopy or provide us with a
link to an on-line, downloadable, file-storage site (i.e. Dropbox):

  • Resume with personal contact information
  • Artist statement
  • Personal statement that reflects your reason for applying to the residency program
  • 10 digital images, plus one optional detail per image. Files in jpeg
    format at 300 dpi, with images’ longest dimensions exactly 7
    inches/2100 pixels. Each image should be labeled with the following
    format:
    image number_first initial_last name (example: 1_j_smith.jpg, 2_j_smith.jpg, etc.). Images will be used for promotional purposes upon acceptance to the program.
  • Corresponding image list. List should address each image by number
    in terms of: title, year, size of work, medium/techniques used.
  • Work should be current and completed within the last 2 years
  • List of 3 references – please provide, name, title, mailing and email address and telephone.
  • No discs will be returned if sending hardcopy
  • THERE IS NO FEE FOR APPLICATION
  • Notification will be made via email

Send invitation to online, downloadable file storage site:
Kathy King, Director of Education, at [email protected]

If sending hardcopy, mail to the following address:

Ceramics Program, Office for the Arts at Harvard
Attn: Artist in Residence Program
224 Western Avenue
Allston, MA 02134

Important Dates

April 15, 2016 – Application materials must be submitted
April 25 – April 29, 2016
– Finalists will be notified to arrange a phone/Skype interview with
Co-Directors Kathy King, Director of Education and Shawn Panepinto,
Director of Operations. 
May 9, 2016 – Notification will be made via email.
May 30, 2016 – Selected artist must accept or decline the residency.

All interested individuals are welcome to visit the Ceramics Program
prior to application and or acceptance. To arrange a visit and receive
more information, contact Kathy King, Director of Education at kking@fas or Shawn Panepinto, Director of Studio Operations and Outreach at panepint@fas or call 617-495-8680.

call for artists: STROJICH FELLOWSHIP residency opportunity @ Medalta

by | Mar 9, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday

1 month Residency; flexible date

Awarded to 1 individual
Fellowship Amount: $1,000 (CDN)
Studio Fee: $725 (CDN)
Application Deadline April 15th, 2016
AIR Application Form 2016

Requirements:

  • Must be mid-career Canadian Artist

Jurying Process: Short-listed candidates will be contacted by Medalta and undergo an interview process.

Studio Fee includes:

  • 24 hour studio access
  • Full access to the entire Historic Clay District site
  • All firings included
  • Glaze materials in test quantities
  • Use of shop glazes

Artist responsible for:

  • Materials and clay
  • Accommodations:

Medalta helps to facilitate accommodations within the Medicine Hat
community. We have a core group of interested community members who rent
space to our artists on a regular basis. Cost varies: approx.
$500/month (CDN)

http://medalta.org/fellowships