residency opportunity: Ceramics and Printmaking Artists-in-Residence @ Lawrence Arts Centre

by | Mar 31, 2017 | residency opportunity

Our yearlong Ceramics and Printmaking Residency programs are designed to provide a supportive environment for emerging artists to immerse themselves in creating new work and expand on their area of expertise. Ideal candidates should have an MFA in ceramics or printmaking, and be able to work independently as well as in a community setting. Preference is given to candidates who have demonstrated artistic excellence as well as interest in experimentation and innovative techniques. These year-long residencies begin August 1, 2017.

Applications DUE April 15th
Benefits:
  • A private studio and 24-hour access to all studios (ceramic, print, digital media, metals, photo, drawing studios, and a wood shop) and studio equipment
  • $1,000 per month stipend
  • Housing for one year. House is furnished and shared with other year-round artists-in-residence and short term visiting artists
  • $1000 per year in dental care
  • $500 honorarium to attend a professional conference
  • An exhibition of new work
  • Additional teaching and other opportunities for extra income available
Responsibilities
  • Teach a minimum of two classes per session x 4 sessions = 8 classes per year
  • Work 15 hours/week on studio upkeep (ceramics or printmaking)
  • Community outreach in the form of presentations, workshops, and events
APPLICATIONS DUE APRIL 15TH:
Apply online through slideroom: http://lawrenceartscenter.slideroom.com
Include:
  • Artist Statement
  • Letter of Intent
  • CV
  • 10-15 work samples in a digital portfolio
  • 3 recommendations
  • $35 application fee
Lawrence Arts Center
940 New Hampshire St.
Lawrence, KS 66044

residency opportunity: Carbondale Clay Center

by | Mar 30, 2017 | residency opportunity

12-month Residency Program

The primary goal of the Carbondale Clay Center’s Residency Program is to provide emerging ceramic artists time and space to develop a body of work that will take them to the next level in their careers while gaining important technical skills and teaching experience. The focus is on creative development and defining one’s artistic voice and individual statement.

There are three residency programs that run for a 12-month period of time (September 1–August 31). A residents will have opportunity to apply for a second year based on their first year of participation. Residents will share a semi-private studio space and 24/7 access to the Carbondale Clay Center. Residents can expect to be mentored by experienced, talented ceramic artists who are part of the vibrant Carbondale Arts community. Please download and read a copy of the Resident Artist Handbook prior to applying for this residency. It will give you a greater understanding of the experience, expectations and requirements of a CCC artist resident.

Application for Residency

Application Deadline(not postmarked):  April 7, 2017
Applicants advised by  May 1, 2017
Email materials to [email protected] or send to:

Carbondale Clay Center
Residency Application
135 Main St.
Carbondale, CO 81623

Please send:

  • Application form including the outlined list of materials (click here to download)
  • $30 application fee (checks payable to the Carbondale Clay Center, or click our Buy Now button below to pay online)

Feel free to call or email with questions: 970-963-2529 or [email protected]

www.carbondaleclay.org/residency-program/

Save

residency opportunity: Tyler School of Art Ceramics Program

by | Mar 29, 2017 | residency opportunity

We are accepting applications for the 2017-2018 Resident Artist. Application deadline: April 15, 2017.

Make your work and gain valuable teaching experience.

Resident Artists receive:

  • Private studio space
  • Ceramic materials and access to kilns, tools, and digital fabrication resources
  • Teach two classes each semester as a paid adjunct instructor

The ideal candidate will have an MFA, either in ceramics or with significant experience in ceramics, a strong studio practice, and excellent studio work.

Apply here

Find out more about Tyler School of Art here