About the Program
***We are not taking applications to the Resident Artist Program at this time. ***
We are currently taking applications for the Artist-in-Residence Program.
Eligible applicants must have extensive experience in the field of ceramics.
Residencies range from 2 to 4 years and are based on availability.
The Resident Artist Program offers
- 7-day studio access every day the studio is open and in operation, unless otherwise noted.
- Access to Ceramics Studio common workspace and equipment
- All utilities, heat, air conditioning, water, electricity
- Opportunity to learn about all aspects of Ceramics
- Participation in many of the studio events and academic collaborations.
- Personal studio space (60 sq. ft.)
- Exhibition/sales opportunities in Gallery 224
- Upon approval, the ability to fire kilns independently: 85 Cu. Ft. downdraft natural gas, 35 Cu. Ft. natural gas Soda Vapor kiln, 30 Cu. Ft. natural gas Bailey Shuttle Reduction kiln and 10 Electric kilns.
- Upon approval, access to 3D Clay Printer and 2, 3D Printers.
- Access to photography equipment and set-up.
- Website visibility
- Technical consultation
Expectations of Resident Artists
- Studio rental fee does not include classes, workshops, firing, access to the clay and glaze materials, nor does it include janitorial service; individuals are responsible for keeping their rental space, hallways, and common areas clean.
- Individuals must be fully enrolled in the Ceramics Program during their residency. This enrollment covers the above.
- Must be advanced and able to work independently and are responsible for processing their work, have passed the Materials Room, Electric Kiln tests and have experience loading and unloading the studio’s kilns.
- All applicants for a Resident Artist space should be able to demonstrate their ability to fire the kiln in which they process their work and arrange for training and certification if needed.
- Rental amount due every 6 months.
- Only one applicant to a space. No sub-letting allowed.
- Individuals are required to maintain a reasonable level of activity (average of 15 hours per week.)
- Must reprocess and store all their clay if using clay bodies that are not available in the studio.
- Must store their personal glazes in their rental space.
- Give one presentation/demonstration during their Resident Artist time.
- Participate in the Show and Sales on any level.
- Contribute time to the Ceramics Program community when needed. Example: helping with workshops and academic and non-academic studio events.
- Have read, accept understand and will adhere to the Ceramics Program Safety and Studio Guidelines.
Resident Artist Application Process
Application Process
Applicants will submit their applications completely online, uploading their images, full size and details.
Submit the following along with completed application:
- A maximum of 10 recent images of your work which may include 1 or 2 details for each image. Image description should include up to 300 characters with each individual image; title, materials, methods, firing process, dimensions (HxWxD), date of execution. All images should be saved in JPEG format.
- Personal contact information
- Resume
- Artist Statement
- A personal statement (addressing your reasons for applying to be a Resident Artist)
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact: Kathy King, Director or call 617-496-4751.