Popps Packing Residency Program
The Popps Packing residency program was born in 2012 and has grown into a robust international AIR that has welcomed over 100 artists into our unique arts and community ecosystem. Popps Packing is a 4,500 Sq/ft former meat packing plant on the Hamtramck/Detroit border, a densely populated, diverse, working class community.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking artists with a serious studio practice who can make the most of the facilities, space, and time that Popps Packing offers. Artists must be able to live/work alongside other artists
Duration: 1-3 months
- The space accommodates 2 resident artists at one time
- Accommodation: Resident artists will be provided with a private bedroom within a 2 bedroom loft-style studio. In this communal living arrangement, you will have access to shared kitchen, bathroom, and studio spaces. Please note that the Popps Residency functions as a studio space 1st and may not offer the cozy comforts of a home atmosphere. The private bedrooms are comfortable and well-maintained, but the overall ambiance is that of a concrete loft-style warehouse.
- Cost: $850-$1000/ Month utilities included payment for the full residency term can be paid upfront or on the 1st of each month if staying for multiple months.
Popps Packing is an active space. It is, at its core a communal and familial environment that fosters a sense of community among resident artists and neighbors.
12138 St. Aubin
Hamtramck, MI 48212
United States
Residency Program Information
Residency Program Summary
Application Information
We are seeking artists with a serious studio practice who can make the most of the facilities, space, and time that Popps Packing offers. Artists must be able to live/work alongside other artists. Artists must commit to maintaining the communal working/ living environment.
To apply for the Popps Packing Local Studio Residency, please email poppspacking@gmail.com.
Include the following information:
- ‘Studio Residency’ in the subject header
- Name ( first and last)
- Preferred pronouns
- Contact info, including email address and phone #
- Where are you from (do you live here now?)
- A link to a website or other online platform where your work can be viewed.
- PDF attachments of work samples( details below)
- Brief bio and Resume/CV
- Preferred Months (December- March)
- A brief description of any proposed projects that you would like to work on while in residence
- Reference name and phone number
PDF PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES:
File Size: 10 MB maximum
Naming: Full Name_(year)residency ’
Work samples should include CV/Resume and one of the following submissions:
STILL IMAGES: up to 10 still images (JPEG, max 1200 pixels on any side). Each image should have a caption of 200 characters or less that includes title, date created, medium and any other information that informs the work
TIME-BASED: URLs to specific work on host sites (Vimeo, YouTube, Soundcloud, etc.). Each URL should have a caption of 200 characters or less
Individual residency fees range from $850-$1000/month and include a private bedroom in a 2 bedroom loft style warehouse space with shared onsite studio, kitchen and bath. Also included is access to the Popps workshops and gardens a mobile sauna and various outdoor spaces to explore installations, interventions, research and more. Collaborative projects, families and collectives are welcome : $1700/month for 2 bedrooms and the entire residency studio. All utilities included: internet access, laundry, sauna, chickens.
Popps Packing does not offer funding at this time.
Accessibility
Detroit is a car city. It is helpful to have a car( for at least part of your stay) to get around. Public transportation is not reliable and the city is very large and spread out. Detroit is a great biking city in the warmer months and Popps Packing has bikes for residents to use. Hamtramck is a very walkable city and Popps within walking distance of shops and grocery.
Popps Packing hosts regular community volunteer days, exhibitions on occasion and other public programs that visiting artists are encouraged to participate in.