Triangle Arts Association

Image of artist sitting at a desk in the corner of a large private studio room, with paintings in progress surrounding them.

Image of artist sitting at a desk in the corner of a large private studio room, with paintings in progress surrounding them.

Triangle Arts Association

Brooklyn, NY, United States

Triangle is an artist residency program based in Brooklyn, New York that focuses on process, ideas, and building community. Triangle’s mission is to provide committed artists with a transformative working environment, grounded in experimentation and rigor, and offering opportunities to create and share new work in a supportive community of peers and engaged audiences.

Contact

20 Jay street
Suite 317 & 318
Brooklyn, NY 11221
United States

Year Founded
1982
Context
Urban
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (no housing)
Residency Length
3 months - 3 months
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
4
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Animation
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Choreography
Digital Media
Documentary
Drawing
Film
Installation Arts
Interdisciplinary Arts
Mixed Media
Multimedia Arts
New Genres
Painting
Performance Art
Photography
Printmaking
Public Art
Sculpture
Social Practice
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Visual Arts
Companions
N/A
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Emerging
Mid-career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Unstructured time
Research support
Access to studio space to create new work
Professional development support and/or trainings
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Additional Eligibility Information

 

Residency Details:

  • Triangle does not provide housing during the 3-month residencies. Expenses incurred for travel and accommodation for the intensive will be covered by Triangle on a case by case basis.
  • Successful residents demonstrate that they can manage their time to work productively during the 3-month residency.
  • US-based or international artists or collectives working in any medium or discipline may apply. We accept artists at different stages in their careers, working in many different mediums. 
  • Because of our large-scale studios, we give preference to artists who need space to work. 
  • While we consider applications from alumni, strong preference is given to artists who have not participated in our residency in the past.
  • Artists living in countries with whom Triangle has partnerships should apply through the local open call for that partnership.
  • All residents are expected to:

    • Spend a minimum of 15 hours a week working in their studio.
    • Be present for studio visits with curators and critics, several times a month. 
    • Participate in an open studio in the final month of the residency.
    • Participate in residency gatherings such as shared studio visits, a potluck, and group visits to NYC exhibitions.

       

    Studio Details:

  • Studios are located in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
  • The residency provides 24-hour access to facilities.
  • Spaces range from 180 - 500 square feet with 13 foot high ceilings. If you intend to share your studio space with another person or people, you must apply jointly in one application as collaborators or a collective. 
  • There is a communal area, basic kitchen, freight elevator, trash removal, slop sinks, and internet access.
  • There are communal tools such as hammers and drills; however, there are no workshops such as wood shops or metal shops on site. We provide access to Materials for the Arts for additional materials and supplies
Artist Stipend
500
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Application Fee
10
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Manual / handbook before arrival
Communication before arrival to discuss accommodations, medical conditions, or other health needs
Orientation upon arrival
Accessible seating
Staff/volunteer reading information aloud
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
ADA Compliant
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Diana Lozano
Accessibility Contact Email
diana@triangleartsnyc.org
Type of Housing
No housing provided
Accessible Housing
N/A
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
N/A
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in common area (shared)
Computer and internet connection provided in studio area (private)
Studios/Facilities Details

Studio Details:

  • Studios are located in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
  • The residency provides 24-hour access to facilities.
  • Spaces range from 180 - 500 square feet with 13 foot high ceilings. If you intend to share your studio space with another person or people, you must apply jointly in one application as collaborators or a collective. 
  • There is a communal area, basic kitchen, freight elevator, trash removal, slop sinks, and internet access.
  • There are communal tools such as hammers and drills; however, there are no workshops such as wood shops or metal shops on site. We provide access to Materials for the Arts for additional materials and supplies


 

Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
ADA Compliant
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Studios/facilities Details
Air Conditioned