Ceramic Residency at Castle Hill

Ceramics gallery at Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill

Ceramics gallery at Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill

Ceramic Residency at Castle Hill

Truro, MA, United States

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill offers 3 month Ceramic Artist in Residence Programs during the winter, which are designed to provide time and facilities to artists looking for a concentrated creative experience. Our goal is to give driven and self-directed artists the opportunity to enhance their personal, intellectual and creative growth by expanding their body of work or creating a specific project. Free from the distractions of every day pressures, residents will be given time and space to concentrate on their work in the beautiful setting of Cape Cod and will be awarded a shared exhibition in the Castle Hill gallery upon completion of their stay.

The residencies run from January to March  and include housing and studio space for $500/month. Residents will be selected based on a review of application materials. Each resident will have personal workspace in a shared studio and open access to the communal ceramics studio and kilns. Materials and firing fees are payable through Castle Hill at a discounted rate. Residents will have a furnished apartment equipped with a kitchen, bathroom, living room, laundry and internet access. It is highly recommended to have a car, as there is limited public transportation and no grocery store within walking distance.

Contact

10 Meetinghouse Road
PO BOX 756
Truro, MA 02666
United States

Year Founded
2013
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Embedded in a non-profit inn and retreat center
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Community-engaged
Residency Length
3 months - 3 months
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
2
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
May apply as a team
Discipline
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Companions
Pets are not allowed
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Emerging
Mid-career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Donate a work of art
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
Give artist talk or presentation
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Access to training on new artistic techniques and/or apprenticeship
Inspiration from natural environment
Inspiration from cultural context
Additional Eligibility Information

Applications are due on November 1st each year. 

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
2
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
10
Artist Stipend
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
500
US Dollar (USD)
Fee Details

The fee is $500 per month.

$1500 for 3 months.

 

Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Application Fee
25
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
Contact information and available accommodations for programs, events, and campus
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Housing available on campus
Accessibility Contact Name
Cherie Mittenthal
Accessibility Contact Email
cherie@castlehill.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

Studio is completely accessible, though the apartment is on the 2nd floor.

Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
No housing accommodations available
Accessible Communal Spaces
Universally designed
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Shared living room and bath

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
WIFI available in housing
Heat and Cool control managed by resident
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
No meals are provided
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

The ceramics facility at Castle Hill offers all standard studio equipment including wheels and a slab roller, as well as many kilns in excellent condition including: several programmable electric kilns, a Bailey gas kiln, raku, soda, and a train style wood kiln.  The studio barn is nestled in the gentle hills of Truro Massachusetts, just steps from the ocean. The Cape is rich with both nature and arts activity and abounds with beaches, nature trails and small-town charm.

Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Ceramics Workspace
Electric Wheels
Slab Roller
Plaster Room
Raku Kiln
Electric Kiln
Gas Kiln
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
ADA Compliant
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by dedicated tech
Heat and Cool control access

The Santa Barbara Center for Art, Science and Technology

Location

513 Garden Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
United States

The Santa Barbara Center for Art, Science and Technology (SBCAST) supports Artist/Scientist/Technologist collaborations to encourage new fusion models of interaction for design, development and research. SBCAST encourages educational and public outreach components to further public understanding of Art, Science and Technology through a new window provided by their juxtaposition in a creative environment.

SBCAST is a live/work creative design and development community located in downtown Santa Barbara. The community consists of full-time, accomplished, working “multi-disciplinary” residents who focus on the juxtaposition of art, science and technology. The intent of SBCAST is to provide a shared creative environment to promote thought and action.



 

 

Phone
Tag Words
Artist-led
Artist-founded
Communities Served
Adults
Languages
English

Drawn to the Camino

Walk together or spend time on your own.  How you do your Camino is up to you

Walk together or spend time on your own. How you do your Camino is up to you

The nature and landscape unfolds before you and brings forth moments of joy and connection.

The nature and landscape unfolds before you and brings forth moments of joy and connection.

Every stage takes us from one town to the next, taking us closer to our final destination.

Every stage takes us from one town to the next, taking us closer to our final destination.

Walkshops, academic credit or group exercises are possible.

Walkshops, academic credit or group exercises are possible.

Immersing yourself in the spirit of the journey one moment at a time.

Immersing yourself in the spirit of the journey one moment at a time.

Chances to explore ritual, performance and art.

Chances to explore ritual, performance and art.

Like an endless string of open air museums,  this World Unesco Heritage site provides countless moments for inspiration.

Like an endless string of open air museums, this World Unesco Heritage site provides countless moments for inspiration.

Taking care of yourself and all things living and non-living are encouraged.  In kinship, we experience all that the Camino has to offer.

Taking care of yourself and all things living and non-living are encouraged. In kinship, we experience all that the Camino has to offer.

Whether it is two weeks, 4 weeks or 6, this experience will be amazing.

Whether it is two weeks, 4 weeks or 6, this experience will be amazing.

Map of the Camino paths.

Map of the Camino paths.

Where we start.

Where we start.

The mystery of Roncessvalles

The mystery of Roncessvalles

Pamplona for a rest day.

Pamplona for a rest day.

Leaving the weight of our worries one step as at a time.

Leaving the weight of our worries one step as at a time.

From the margins to our center.

From the margins to our center.

One of the many cathedrals.

One of the many cathedrals.

Where we end.

Where we end.

Drawn to the Camino

Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain

We invite you to join our artist-led guided walks, mindful retreats, and walking studios on the picturesque trails of the Camino de Santiago in the north of Spain. Our unique offerings are meticulously curated to provide a blend of cultural exploration, personal reflection, artistic encounters, and community engagement in a group setting. Delve into the rich tapestry of Camino de Santiago's history as you embark on a journey of self-discovery with like-minded individuals.

Our walks include interactive workshops where nationally and internationally recognized professional artists facilitate artistic traditions, fostering a deeper connection between participants and the vibrant culture of the Camino. Enjoy the serene ambiance of our mindful retreats on the Camino de Santiago, designed to provide a respite for the soul amidst the ancient paths that have beckoned pilgrims for centuries. Or as you wish. Sometimes you just need a break from it all. The camaraderie built during these group experiences along with the shared rhythm of walking, enhances personal reflection and community engagement on this timeless pilgrimage route. Discover more about our offerings and embark on a voyage of self-discovery with Drawn to the Camino, where every step is a meditation, and every encounter an invitation to Recharge, Reflect and Reconnect.

Contact

600 Park Offices Dr Suite 300
Durham, NC 27709
United States

Year Founded
2023
Context
Urban
Suburban
Rural
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Embedded in a national park or land trust
Embedded in historic site
Embedded in intentional community
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Retreat
Research
Experiential
Residency Length
2 weeks - 6 weeks
Languages
English
Spanish
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
7
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Art History
Drawing
Ecology
Environmental Arts
Environmentalism/Conservation
Illustration
Literary Nonfiction
Mixed Media
Performance Art
Photography
Public Art
Social Practice
Sound Art
Visual Arts
Writing
Companions
N/A
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
N/A
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Opportunity to travel
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Inspiration from natural environment
Inspiration from cultural context
Opportunities for work with the local community
Additional Eligibility Information

We invite all artists and creatives to join us on the Camino de Santiago.   To reserve a spot on a Drawn to the Camino (DTTC) walk, please follow the "reserve a spot" button from the website and fill out the reservation request form that opens in a new window. Each participant should fill out a Reservation Request Form, even if the payment will be made by one person. To reserve your space, a 15% non-refundable deposit is required. Payments should be made via bank transfer, credit card, or Apple Pay. Payments made via credit card will incur a 3% surcharge.

If you are interested, curious or unsure about participating, feel free to reach out.  We will be able to answer any questions to help you make your decision on this very unique opportunity to walk with and join in on a growing tradition. 

For all advertised Drawn to the Camino itineraries and dates, a trip-specific non-refundable deposit amount per person plus submission of our online registration form, medical questionnaire, and waiver of liability is required to complete your booking. Note that if the registration form, medical questionnaire, and waiver of liability are not completed within a week of paying the trip deposit and/or if the medical insurance information is not uploaded to our travel site, your place on the trip may be forfeited. 

Deposits become credits if you cancel your spot (in writing) more than 90 days before the trip starts. For further information please see our website.

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
6
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
8
Artist Stipend
0
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
1450
US Dollar (USD)
Fee Details

Camino Francés, May 15th-June 23rd: 6 weeks $1450, 4 weeks, $1100, 2 weeks $900.
*Camino Inglés, July 16th-July 25th : $1,750.
The program costs cover the cost of your lodging (group occupancy or single occupancy with supplement),occasional group meals, 3 preparatory meetings, pre-trip meet up in Madrid, entrance fees to museums, pilgrim credential and support/guidance along the complete Camino de Santiago.
*There are additional supplement for academic credit. Maximum 6 credits. Email to inquire.

Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Application Fee
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
Manual / handbook before arrival
Communication before arrival to discuss accommodations, medical conditions, or other health needs
Orientation upon arrival
Contact information and available accommodations for programs, events, and campus
Links to resources, effective practices, grievance procedures, etc.
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
N/A
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Roxana Perez-Mendez
Accessibility Contact Email
roxana@drawntothecamino.com
Other Services/Aids Offered in Residency + Other Programming

We offer visits to local museums and historic sites along the way. We support participants in case of emergency or special needs.

How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

While many have participated on the Camino with differing abilities, we would gladly work with anyone to see if it is possible to meet their goals. However, it may be beyond our capabilities.

Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Shared bedroom
Accessible Housing
N/A
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
N/A
Accessible Communal Spaces
N/A
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Our retreats and residency utilize the private and public albergues and casa rurales all along the Camino de Santiago.  Albergues are hostels which are specifically designed to serve pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago. The basic bed set-up is modest with a simple bed or bunk and shared bath facilities.  Albergues are only available to pilgrims, meaning a pilgrim credential is required to check-in. This guarantees that pilgrims will be sleeping among like-minded (and equally tired) folks with whom you are united in the shared pilgrimage experience. 

The tradition of albergues (or refugios or hospitales) dates back to the beginning of the Way of Saint James. The ethic is to provide rest and sustenance for the weary pilgrim. 

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Meals Provided
Some meals (at least 2 meals provided)
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

The length of the Camino will be your open air studio.  We provide plenty of time and opportunity to think, sketch, drawn and make as you desire.  At the preparatory meetings, we will cover all that is possible on the Camino de Santiago.

Studios/Facilities Accessibility
N/A

Marathons: Intensive Workshops in Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture

Students in NYSS Clay Room making life size figures.

Students in NYSS Clay Room making life size figures.

Students in NYSS Drawing Room.

Students in NYSS Drawing Room.

Student drawing during Marathon.

Student drawing during Marathon.

Students working on collaborative mural.

Students working on collaborative mural.

Students in NYSS Drawing Room.

Students in NYSS Drawing Room.

Students painting in Westbury Gardens, with Graham Nickson.

Students painting in Westbury Gardens, with Graham Nickson.

Marathons: Intensive Workshops in Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture

New York , NY, United States

Marathons engage the practices of drawing, painting, and sculpture as direct methodologies for understanding one’s experience in the world. Open to artists of all levels, courses are taught daily in-person or virtually in real time from 9am–6pm ET. Participating artists are exposed to a wide range of process-driven approaches to making art, new visual languages, and experimentation, guided by extensive group and individual critiques. 

Marathons are offered five times a year: 10-day In-Person and Virtual Marathons are offered at the start of the Fall (September) and Spring (January) semesters and during Summer Session (June and July); Virtual 5-day Intersession Marathons are held mid-semester (November and March). 

The innovation and depth of these programs expand participants’ fluency with materials and lead to new ways of thinking that continue far beyond each program’s conclusion. Artists may also be interested in NYSS’ full-time Certificate program (in-person and virtual options).

Contact

8 West 8th Street
New York , NY 10011
United States

Year Founded
1988
Context
Urban
Remote
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Residency program within a school, college or university
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (no housing)
Experiential
Residency Length
10 days - 2 weeks
Languages
English
Collaborative Residency
N/A
Discipline
Drawing
Painting
Sculpture
Companions
N/A
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Access to studio space to create new work
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Additional Eligibility Information

Application open to artists of all levels of experience.  Click here to apply now!

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The School’s internationally-recognized Marathon programs were developed in 1988 by Dean Graham Nickson, initially as a measure for the rest of the semester at the start of the program year. The program has since expanded to become a core component of the School’s curriculum. Meanwhile, intense outside interest led to the extension of the Marathons to a wider audience of participants outside of the full-time student body. Renowned artists, art historians, dealers, collectors, art educators, writers, journalists and students of all levels and affiliations have since experienced the intensity of the program.

Originally designed to address the importance of drawing as the basis of understanding one’s experience in the world, the Marathons are based on an exploration of this most direct route to an enriched understanding of the language of the plastic arts. The innovation inherent in the Marathon program reawakens the way that drawing is experienced by artists and appreciators alike. The Marathons are intensive, all-day programs that run for two weeks at the beginning of each semester and during the Summer Session. Drawing, Painting, and Sculpture Marathons are offered by both regular faculty and distinguished vis­iting artists who are present for the entire two-week session. All programs operate along the same basic model of immersing the student in their chosen discipline.

The level of commitment reached by participants during the Marathon is extraordinary. Each individual must confront the problems of drawing, painting, and sculpture with vigor and intensity if they are to show that they are equal to the fierce demands of concentration and stamina necessary for the program. Not only are participants fully engaged in the physical aspects of making art, they are also intellectually challenged and stimulated by extensive group and individual critiques. The creation of strong and surprising works can be the catalyst for future work. In addition to being part of the full-time program, application to the Marathons are open to beginning and advanced artists regardless of their affiliations. Admission follows the same requirements and procedures as the full-time program. Fees for the ten-day course must be paid in full upon registration.

The Marathon course hours are 9am to 6pm, with a lunch break from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. In some Marathons, there may be critiques. The specific critique schedule will be determined once courses have commenced.

If you are currently enrolled as a full-time student at NYSS, or if you have successfully completed a Marathon or full-time program within the last five years, you are not required to submit an application in order to enroll in upcoming Marathons. Learn more here.

Artist Stipend
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
1800
US Dollar (USD)
Fee Details

Two-Week Marathon: $1,800
One-Week Intersession Marathon – $1,450

Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details

Generous partial scholarships awarded during Summer Session Marathons in June and July. 

Application Fee
45
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Orientation upon arrival
Contact information and available accommodations for programs, events, and campus
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Inaccessible
Additional Accessibility Information

For inquiries about accessibility, please contact info@nyss.org.

Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Stephanie Bowman
Accessibility Contact Email
sbowman@nyss.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
Type of Housing
No housing provided
Accessible Housing
N/A
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
N/A
Accessible Communal Spaces
N/A
Meals Provided
No meals are provided
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Dedicated Studio/Shop Technicians - Full Time
Exhibition / Installation Space
Ceramics Workspace
Plaster Room
Electric Kiln
Dedicated Metal Shop
Painting Workspace (Oil)
Easels
Drawing Benches
Dedicated Wood Shop
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Inaccessible
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Air Conditioned

The Foggy Bee

Location

195 Ficketts Point Road
Milbridge, ME 04658
United States

The Foggy Bee is offering 1-week collaborative retreat residency experiences. Up to 4 creatives may be present during any of the designated periods (or it could just be you).  Whether you are a painter, illustrator, photographer or writer, you'll find a special energy here that ignites your creative spirit. The studio offers 1100 sf of light-filled space on the water.  Retreat/residencies include nightly family-style dinners and accommodations (which has a full kitchen for other meals).

Phone
Tag Words
Artist-led
Artist-founded
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Communities Served
Adults
General Public
Languages
English

Coahoma Collective

Location

145 Delta Avenue
Clarksdale, MS 38614
United States

Coahoma Collective is a nonprofit organization that was founded in 2017 to catalyze arts-driven, community-inclusive revitalization in downtown Clarksdale, Mississippi. The core of our work is our live/work artist residency program, which we expanded to New Orleans in 2021.

Tag Words
Artist-led
Communities Served
Adults
General Public
Languages
English

Sibyls Shrine

Location

Beyond*
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
United States

Sibyls Shrine is a network of Black artists who m/other in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania— and beyond. We are an art collective and residency program rooted in our own radical care, rest and support.

 

We support Black artists who m/other at all levels in their careers. There is no age limit to join our group. There are no rules, no barriers to entry, and no expectations. All are permitted regardless of their media or discipline, how long they've been making, whether they practice full or part time.

Tag Words
Artist-led
Artist-founded
BIPOC-founded (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
BIPOC-led (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Priority given to BIPOC artists (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Priority given to Parent artists
Partial Funding Available
Funding available for BIPOC Artists (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Funding available for Parent artists
Communities Served
Adults
Families
LGBTQI2A+ Populations
Migrant and Immigrant Community
People with Disabilities
Unhoused population
Languages
English

Drawn to the Camino

Location

1025 Nassau St
Durham, NC 27704
United States

We invite you to join our artist-led guided walks, mindful retreats, and walking studios on the picturesque trails of the Camino de Santiago in the north of Spain. Our unique offerings are curated to provide a blend of cultural exploration, personal reflection, artistic encounters, and community engagement in a group setting. Delve into the rich tapestry of Camino de Santiago's history as you embark on a journey of self-discovery with like-minded individuals from all ages and walks of life.Recharge. Reflect. Reconnect.

Tag Words
Artist-led
Artist-founded
BIPOC-founded (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
BIPOC-led (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Communities Served
Adults
Elders
General Public
Indigenous/Native American Community
LGBTQI2A+ Populations
Veterans
Languages
English
Spanish

Ceramics Residency at ESSA

Artist in Residence at Closing Reception

Artist in Residence at Closing Reception

Ceramics Studio at ESSA

Ceramics Studio at ESSA

ESSA Campus Map

ESSA Campus Map

Ceramics Residency at ESSA

Eureka Springs, AR, United States

The Eureka Springs School of the arts is looking for practicing ceramics artists who are seeking focused time to refine their skills, create work and/or explore new avenues within their medium.

The 2024 ESSA ceramics residency will span approximately 6 weeks from May 1, 2024, through June 15, 2024. Up to two participants will be selected. The deadline for submissions in February 15, 2024 by 5 pm (CST).

This is an opportunity to be inspired by the incredible natural beauty and unique culture of the Ozark Mountains. ESSA is located on an idyllic forested campus 5 miles west of the renowned artist community of Eureka Springs, and within an hour drive of the major cultural institutions of Northwest Arkansas, such as Crystal bridges, The Momentary, the Walton Arts Center, etc. The ESSA campus offers well equipped studios and facilities and comfortable private lodging for our artists in residence, tucked away from the distractions of the outside world.

Selected residents are provided access to ESSA studios, on-campus lodging, an opportunity (not required) to sell their work at a closing reception, and other benefits.

Contact

15751 US Hwy 62W
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
United States

Year Founded
2015
Context
Rural
Remote
Residency Structure
Embedded in a craft school
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Community-engaged
Residency Length
6 weeks - 6 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
2
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
Discipline
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Companions
Pets are not allowed
Country of Residence
Only open to artists based in country the program is located
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Donate a work of art
Participate in public programming
Give artist talk or presentation
Lead workshop for the public
Other
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Unstructured time
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Inspiration from natural environment
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Opportunities for work with the local community
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Additional Eligibility Information

Visit the ESSA web site at https://essa-art.org/instructors/residency-program/ for details and application information.

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
2
Artist Stipend
500
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
0
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Application Fee
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Orientation upon arrival
Contact information and available accommodations for programs, events, and campus
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Kelly McDonough
Accessibility Contact Email
director@essa-art.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
No housing accommodations available
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
WIFI available in housing
Housekeeping services
Air Conditioned Housing
Heat and Cool control managed by resident
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
No meals are provided
Additional Meals Information
Snack and beverage provided
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
No computer access available
Studios/Facilities Details

Equipment Includes (but is not limited to): 

  • Canvas-covered worktable and wedging boards 
  • Plaster wedging table 
  • Utility sink with clay trap 
  • Large slab roller 
  • Sculpture stands 
  • Scales 
  • Throwing wheels, batts and Giffin Grips 
  • Four Kilns: larger kiln inner dimensions 22 x 20 inches, medium kiln inner dimensions 17 x 21 inches, smaller kiln inner dimensions 13 x 15 inches, Saggar/ Raku kiln inner dimensions 19 x 17 inches 
  • Banding wheels 
  • Shelves for works in progress, drying, etc. 
  • Rolling pins 
  • Various molds for draping/slumping 
  • Numerous hand tools 
  • Brushes and sponges both large and small 
  • Various texturing sheets, small molds and stamps 
  • Assorted commercial glazes (Amaco, Duncan, Stroke and Coat, and more) 
  • The studio is located at the front of the ESSA campus and a 5-minute walk from on-campus housing and provides both indoor and covered outdoor work spaces.
Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Dedicated Studio/Shop Technicians - Full Time
Exhibition / Installation Space
Ceramics Workspace
Electric Wheels
Slab Roller
Raku Kiln
Electric Kiln
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
On-call Studio support provided
Air Conditioned
Heat and Cool control access

Alchemy Artists Residency

Evening fire circle at Gibraltar Point

Evening fire circle at Gibraltar Point

Our much loved resident kitchen

Our much loved resident kitchen

Studio space and light in abundance

Studio space and light in abundance

Sunset at Gibraltar Point Lighthouse

Sunset at Gibraltar Point Lighthouse

Beach at Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts, Lake Ontario

Beach at Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts, Lake Ontario

Alchemy Artists Residency

Toronto , ON, Canada

Alchemy is an international artist-led residency devoted to exploring and expanding between artistic and culinary practices in community settings. More 100 artists from around the world have joined Alchemy since 2015.

A community setting for inquiry and discovery

 Through community engagement and commitment to a collaborative process, we collect, tell, and document multiple stories showcasing what compels people to continue to create, grow, farm, and live in two unique communities. 
 

Shared meals, readings and discussions probe the creative intersection of food & art in a community setting & help us better understand the magic & inspiration created by making & sharing art & food.

This residency brings together working artists working in visual arts, sculpture, photography, craft, food,  performance art, writing and video. Participants share their work & practices while also contributing culinary creativity to lively communal discussions and dinners.

Coordinators:   Claire M Tallarico, is a visual artist, chef and urban gardener whose social practice explores how the everyday activities of art & food making &  sharing makes a difference to participants and communities and Tonia DiRisio  is a visual artist and arts administrator. Her work has developed through ongoing investigations of the growing, making, preserving, celebrating, and sharing of food.

Contact

4 Afton
Top Floor
Toronto ON M6J 1R7
Canada

Year Founded
2015
Context
Urban
Remote
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Embedded in a national park or land trust
Embedded in a non-profit inn and retreat center
Embedded in intentional community
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Thematic
Retreat
Community-engaged
Experiential
Residency Length
1 week - 1 week
Languages
English
French
Other
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
12
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
May apply as a team
Discipline
Art Conservation
Art Education
Book Arts
Choreography
Drawing
Ecology
Environmental Arts
Fiction
Film
History
Installation Arts
Interdisciplinary Arts
Literary Nonfiction
Mixed Media
Painting
Paper Arts
Performance Art
Photography
Public Art
Screenwriting
Sculpture
Social Practice
Sound Art
Storytelling
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Visual Arts
Woodworking
Writing
Companions
N/A
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
Give artist talk or presentation
Lead workshop for the public
Other
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Access to studio space to create new work
Inspiration from natural environment
Inspiration from cultural context
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Opportunities for work with the local community
Additional Eligibility Information

See Q and A at www.makealchemy.com

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
16
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
40
Artist Stipend
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
1350
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Fee Details

Alchemy Island2025
Dates: May 12-20
Cost:  Private/Shared  Accommodation, studio, six shared dinners, community engaged  programming, guest artist talks and visits, open studio /g Application Deadline: 12 December 2024, $25 application fee via etransfer

Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details

We offer letters of support for artists applying for funding from other organizations. 

Application Fee
25
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
Manual / handbook before arrival
Communication before arrival to discuss accommodations, medical conditions, or other health needs
Orientation upon arrival
Contact information and available accommodations for programs, events, and campus
Links to resources, effective practices, grievance procedures, etc.
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
N/A
Accessibility Contact Email
info@makealchemy.com
Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Shared bedroom
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
N/A
Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
WIFI available in housing
Housekeeping services
Air Conditioned Housing
Meals Provided
All meals
Some meals (at least 2 meals provided)
Groceries provided for residents to prepare their own meals
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Additional Meals Information
Vegan meal options can be requested
Vegetarian meal options can be requested
Gluten-free meal options can be requested
Kosher and halal options can be requested
Food allergies and restrictions can be accommodated
Snack and beverage provided
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in common area (shared)
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Shared Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Dance Studio Without Sprung Floor
Piano
Painting Workspace (Oil)
Easels
Drawing Benches
Fiber Arts Workspace
Washer And Dryer
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided