Residency Program

The Resident Artist Program has been created to provide opportunities for a blend of recent graduates of arts and design institutions, as well as mid-career artists, to create, explore, learn and exchange ideas and insights, within a multi-disciplinary environment.

Operating within a facility that offers a diverse choice of performing and visual arts programs, patrons of all ages enjoy a line-up of musicians and artists, and opportunities for hands-on creative expression in a professional arts environment. This marriage between visual and performing arts, community education and professional art practice provides a valued and unique atmosphere for emerging artists.

According to past resident artist Andrea Marcus, “It is not just the combination of artforms, but the possibility to connect and interact with so many people, visual artists, performing artists, businesses, and the general public that creates a wide scope of opportunity.”

Professional development activities include participating in exhibitions, teaching and assisting opportunities as well selling work in the gift shop and contributing to special events and festivals.

Terms of Residency

Long-term
Available in the following studios:

• Wood
  
• Glass
  
• Textile & Fibre Arts
  
• Photography
  
• Ceramics
  
• Painting and Drawing
  
• Flameworking

12-month residency with the option to renew up to three years
Teaching and corporate commission opportunities
Full listed benefits and services

Short-term
Available in the following studios:

• Wood
  
• Textile & Fibre Arts
  
• Photography
  
• Ceramics
  
• Painting and Drawing
  
• Flameworking

6 to 11-month residency with the option to renew up to three years
Teaching and corporate commission opportunities
Full listed benefits and services

Project-based residency
Considered in the following studios based on availability:

• Wood
  
• Textile & Fibre Arts
  
• Photography
  
• Ceramics (depending on proposed time of year)
  
• Painting and Drawing
  
• Flameworking

Note:
The long-term residency program can be continued beyond the three years. Artists are asked to submit reports describing how their residency has been of benefit to their development and propose plans for future use. Continued status is limited.


Resident’s Responsibilities

• To maintain the studio infrastructure and care for the studios
  
• To be self-motivated and committed to working in a co-operative environment
  
• To provide own materials and supplies

Application Information
Contact the Coordinator, Exhibitions and Residency Programs for information or to apply, click on the application form found under the studio section of interest. Please note, you must provide your own accommodation - this is not a live-in residency. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Call for information on availability of space and time or to arrange a personal tour.

Contact:
Coordinator, Exhibitions & Resident Artists
residency.residency@livingarts.on.ca


Download the Application Form