A must read: Gwarlingo’s Guide to Residency Programs

An old ice house at The MacDowell Colony has been converted into Heinz Studio, a space for sculptors and visual artists. (Photo by Victoria Sambunaris)So it seems like everyone I know is currently off enjoying summer residencies (and yah i’m jealous i’ll admit). My facebook news feed is full of pics and tales of new work and new connections. Reminds me of where I was this time last year: Medalta, enjoying my own summer residency. Well since I can’t find the time/money to go anywhere this year I’ll live vicariously through others and read up on residency opportunities in this great article by Michelle Aldredge: Gwarlingo’s Guide to Residency Programs.

The Clay Studio – The Resident Artist Program

THE DEADLINE DATE FOR THE RECIEPT OF APPLICATIONS FOR BOTH THE RESIDENT ARTIST PROGRAM AND THE EVELYN SHAPIRO FOUNDATION FELLOWSHIP HAS BEEN EXTENDED: APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE APRIL 1, 2011

Applications accepted after January 1, 2011. FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2009 THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2011 RESIDENT ARTISTS WILL PAY ONLY FOR THEIR MATERIAL AND FIRING FEES. THE MONTHLY RENT OF $250.00 HAS BEEN WAIVED THROUGH THE GENEROSITY OF AN ANONYMOUS DONOR. The Resident Artist Program offers individuals the opportunity to further develop their work, to establish professional contacts and standards, and to work within a community of like-minded individuals in an urban environment. Once chosen as a resident artist, one is entitled to retain their residency for up to five years. A residency at The Clay Studio includes:

  • studio space (approximately 185-195 sq. ft.)
  • use of four electric and two gas kilns
  • collective buying of materials
  • a glaze mixing area
  • teaching opportunities and the right to exhibit in our galleries

The monthly rent of $250.00 is waived through August of 2011. There is a $250.00 refundable security deposit and a yearly Clay Studio membership fee of $50.00. Firing costs are based on individual usage. Residents share common housekeeping work and contribute time to The Clay Studio as well.

Application Process

PLEASE INCLUDE NOTHING OTHER THAN WHAT IS REQUESTED BELOW The current body of eleven resident artists, the current Shapiro Fellow, the Artistic Director and one invited guest juror select new residents. The selection process is based upon the strength of your application. A complete application must include the following :

  • a completed application form [PDF, 94K] in hardcopy
  • a resume in hard copy and saved as a word document on disc
  • artist statement in hard copy and saved as a word document on disc
  • a personal statement (tell us everything you want us to know about yourself including your reasons for applying for a residency) in hard copy and saved as a word document on disc.
  • On the word document disc, include 10 digital image .jpeg files at 72 dpi, with the image’s longest dimension not exceeding 700 pixels. Each image file should be labeled as follows: imagenumberyourfirstinitialandlastname.jpeg, Example: 1jdoe.jpeg, 2jdoe.jpeg, ect.
  • a corresponding image list in hard copy and saved to disc that includes the following: image number, title, medium, size, and date. Please take note that images are projected in twos, 1.jpg and 2.jpg viewed side by side, 3.jpg and 4.jpg viewed side by side, etc. Match detail images with full images accordingly.
  • PLEASE USE NO STAPLES OR BINDERS.

No discs will be returned and notification will be made via email. There is no application fee. All interested individuals are strongly encouraged to visit The Clay Studio prior to applying. All applicants will be notified by May 7, 2011. Selected artists must accept or decline residency by May 14, 2011. The residency will begin on September 1, 2011. Please call Artistic Director Jeff Guido at 215.925.3453 x18 or email [email protected] if you have any further questions about a residency at The Clay Studio.
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Yingge Ceramics Museun presents “Taiwan Ceramics Residency Program” .

It is time to apply for residency program in 2011
We support every artist in residency a good condition this year. which including:
  1. a round-trip transportation
  2. daily stipend
  3. free independent studio apartment, semi-open studio space
  4. basic studio materials
Residency Period for apply:
  1. July 1st~September 30th
  2. October 1st~December 31th
Welcome to Join us!!!!!!!
chihwei Kuo (Iris)
New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum
Education & Promotion Department
No.200, Wenhua Rd., Yingge Dist., New Taipei City 239, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
e-mail: [email protected]
Tel: 02/8677-2727 ext:714
Fax: 02/8677-4064

Mudlat Artist Residency Program

Artist Residency Program

In 1998 Mudflat began offering a one year residency position to clay artists.
This highly competitive program provides a private studio space at no cost with
access to Mudflat’s facility, and opportunities for the resident to teach and sell
their work. for more informationMudflat Artist Residency Brochure Residency dates:

September 1 – August 31

Residency includes:

  • Private 100 sq. foot studio space
  • 24 hour access
  • A monthly stipend of $50, to be applied to clay materials and firing costs.
  • Opportunities to teach in our educational programs and for retail sales at
  • our Open Studio events and at Mudflat Gallery

Residency requirements:

  • Artists are expected to spend a minimum of 20 hours per week in their studio
  • Artists are required to work 5 hours per week for Mudflat, assisting with technical jobs
  • 2 public presentations during the residency. The first, in September, is a slide show of the artist’s work.
  • Applicants should have knowledge of a variety of clay techniques and some kiln firing experience, the ability to work independently, and enthusiasm and willingness to be part of an urban clay community.

Application:

Applications for the 2011-12 residency must be postmarked by April 18, 2011. Selection notification will be made by May 28. Application form (PDF format) Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view this document.
Click here to download.

Upcoming residency opportunities at MEDALTA


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MEDALTA 2011 JULY with Sukjin Choi July 4th – 31st 2011 This residency will be led by invited artist Sukjin Choi and is intended for artists who are comfortable working independently within a group setting. Sukjin Choi is a Korean artist, educator and writer currently working in Virginia. Her practice ranges from the seemingly effortless production of traditional Onggi jars, to large scale multimedia installation art. • $625 •All firings included •Artist supplies materials and clay •12 spaces available •Application deadline is April 15 2011

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