Haystack’s Open Studio Residency provides two weeks of focused studio time for a diverse mix of approximately 50 participants in six studios. Open Studio Residency Studio Technicians (Studio Techs) are responsible for supervising and supporting Residents during their use and navigation of the studios. Studio Techs must be well-versed in their studio’s equipment and processes, and willing and able to maintain a safe, clean, organized, welcoming, and creative workspace for Residents.
Studio Techs help create a sense of community within the studio. Haystack depends on Studio Techs to watch over studio equipment, tools, safety, and the overall well-being of the communal environment. Studio Techs will be a facilitator and resource serving the entire group, and may be assigned small studio-specific projects and tasks.
Studio Techs receive an honorarium of $1,500, room and board on campus, and limited travel costs covered. Studio Techs must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and navigate the campus’s many stairs and terrain comfortably. Most of all, Studio Techs should genuinely enjoy working with and supporting artists in a shared studio space.
An independent committee reviews applications to the Open Studio Residency and both national and international artists working in a variety of disciplines are eligible for consideration. Past participants may reapply to the residency but preference may be given to first-time applicants. Selection is based on work samples, the nature and scope of the project that will be done during the residency (if applicable), and the ability to work in a creative community. All applications are for the entire two-week session. Participants must be twenty-one years of age or older to participate in the Open Studio Residency.
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Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
50
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
614
Artist Stipend
1500
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
Fee Details
Those selected to participate cover the costs of their travel and material fees.
