Interlude Artist Residency

Child sitting at a drafting table in front of an open garage door overlooking a green landscape.

Child sitting at a drafting table in front of an open garage door overlooking a green landscape.

A child running up gravel covered steps flanked by garden beds overflowing with flowers and grasses. Behind is a large grey farmhouse with porches and solar panels on the metal roof.

A child running up gravel covered steps flanked by garden beds overflowing with flowers and grasses. Behind is a large grey farmhouse with porches and solar panels on the metal roof.

A scene of a modern art studio with large square paintings on the white walls and a figure looking.

A scene of a modern art studio with large square paintings on the white walls and a figure looking.

Three people standing at the rear of a white gabled studio loft, looking at artwork hung on the walls.

Three people standing at the rear of a white gabled studio loft, looking at artwork hung on the walls.

A figure stands at the open glass french doors of a dark blue studio with the landscape reflected. She is painting at a glass table while facing the outdoors.

A figure stands at the open glass french doors of a dark blue studio with the landscape reflected. She is painting at a glass table while facing the outdoors.

A large bed with white linens in a sun-filled bedroom with trees visible outside.

A large bed with white linens in a sun-filled bedroom with trees visible outside.

A full rainbow arcing over the grassy landscape on Interlude grounds

A full rainbow arcing over the grassy landscape on Interlude grounds

A view of the farmhouse kitchen at Interlude from the breakfast table.

A view of the farmhouse kitchen at Interlude from the breakfast table.

Black and white paintings in progress in the barn studio

Black and white paintings in progress in the barn studio

Artist Alina Tenser making sculptural work in the barn studio

Artist Alina Tenser making sculptural work in the barn studio

A father and son playing basketball behind the studio building.

A father and son playing basketball behind the studio building.

A painter works at a table en plein aire overlooking the green hillside.

A painter works at a table en plein aire overlooking the green hillside.

Interlude Artist Residency

Organization

Interlude Residency

Hudson, NY, United States

Established in 2019 in the Hudson Valley in Livingston, NY, Interlude Artist Residency is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting a flourishing practice for visual artists who are actively parenting. Interlude provides residency stays and professional development tailored to the unique needs of these artists.

Contact
Program Website
+1 3474195097

171 Old Route 82
Hudson, NY 12534
United States

Year Founded
2019
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Length
3 weeks - 4 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
2
Collaborative Residency
N/A
Discipline
Drawing
Interdisciplinary Arts
Mixed Media
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture
Visual Arts
Installation Arts
Multimedia Arts
Environmental Arts
Public Art
Social Practice
Companions
Pets are not allowed
Family Friendly
Residents granted leave during residency
Spouses/partners allowed for full stay (non-collaborators)
Children allowed for full stay
Childcare stipend provided
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
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Unrestricted funding
Access to studio space to create new work
Inspiration from natural environment
Professional development support and/or trainings
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Additional Eligibility Information

Our program is designed specifically for artists who are primary caregivers to children under the age of 18. You must be an active caregiver to apply.

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
17
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
450
Artist Stipend
600
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?
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
Full description of accessibility on campus
Captions for videos
Links to resources, effective practices, grievance procedures, etc.
Staff/volunteer reading information aloud
Staff/volunteer giving directions
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Accessibility Statement/Info Page
https://interluderesidency.com/faq/
Additional Accessibility Information

Interlude is currently located on the site of an old farmhouse near Hudson, NY that was once a grain store for a mill on the nearby creek. It was built onto many times during the years and contains many staircases. It is not ADA compliant.

The grounds of the property are also on two levels most directly navigated by stair. Our main studio spaces are accessible, but at this time we can't easily accommodate artists with mobility issues. We hope to work to resolve this lack of accessibility in the near future.

Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Housing available on campus
Accessibility Contact Name
Elsie Kagan
Accessibility Contact Email
interluderesidency@gmail.com
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
347-419-5097
Other Services/Aids Offered in Residency + Other Programming

N/A

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

Visitors with limited mobility can access our studios and grounds.

Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.

Parts of our house are accessed by stairs only and are not accessible. Living space that is currently occupied by our Manager is Accessible. In the future we plan to retrofit this space so as to be ADA compliant for residents with mobility issues.

Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Housing available
Accessible Communal Spaces
Universally designed
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Our dining and kitchen areas are accessible to some degree but are not fully ADA compliant at this time.

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
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
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

Each resident has a large private studio. Each space is unique, but both have ample natural and electric lighting, studio furniture (work tables, rolling carts, seating), and workspace on two levels. Artists share one slop sink. There is also access to a projector and pull down screen for viewing.

Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Printers + Scanner
Painting Workspace (Oil)
Drawing Benches
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Air Conditioned
Heat and Cool control access
Additional Studio Information

N/A

Rising: Climate in Crisis Residencies

A Studio in the Woods is situated in 7.66 acres of bottomland hardwood forest.

A Studio in the Woods is situated in 7.66 acres of bottomland hardwood forest.

Rising: Climate in Crisis Residencies

Organization

A Studio in the Woods

New Orleans, LA, United States

Rising: Climate in Crisis Residencies at A Studio in the Woods invite artists to face the severity of the climate crisis and be agents of change to guide our collective understanding, response, and vision as we shape our shared future. New Orleans and the inhabitants of our region are frequently invoked as some of the most vulnerable to the effects of environmental degradation. While sea levels, temperatures and emotions are rising, our highly manipulated landscape can be seen as a microcosm of the global environment, manifesting both the reckoning and hope which are required in the ways humans interact with shifting urban and natural ecosystems. As the climate crisis permeates the collective understanding of the future, the challenges faced by Southern Louisiana resonate exponentially. We look to artists to ignite our imaginations, illuminate our challenges, and offer new ways to examine the world. Selected artist are provided with a $3000 stipend, $2000 materials budget, grocery reimbursement, 6 weeks of residency, and staff support.

The application is released annually in December with a March/April deadeline.

Contact
Program Website
504-392-4460

13401 Patterson Rd.
New Orleans, LA 70131
United States

Year Founded
2001
Context
Suburban
Residency Structure
Residency program within a school, college or university
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Thematic
Retreat
Community-engaged
Residency Length
6 weeks - 6 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
3
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Drawing
Interdisciplinary Arts
Mixed Media
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture
Visual Arts
Book Arts
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Costume/Fashion Design
Digital Fabrication
Installation Arts
Paper Arts
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Woodworking
Fiction
Journalism
Literary Nonfiction
Literature
New Genres
Nonfiction
Playwriting
Poetry
Screenwriting
Writing
Acting
Choreography
Dance
Performance Art
Theater
Music
Opera
Symphony
Animation
Augmented Reality
Computing
Digital Media
Documentary
Electronic Arts
Film
Moving Image
Multimedia Arts
Photography
Sound Art
TV + Radio
Virtual Reality
Graphic Design
Illustration
Environmental Arts
Landscape Architecture
Public Art
Social Practice
Storytelling
Urban Planning/Design
Biology
Ecology
Environmentalism/Conservation
Science
Companions
Pets are not allowed
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 public programming
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
Unrestricted funding
Restricted funding
Research support
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
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Additional Eligibility Information

Students are not eligible

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
9
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
110
Artist Stipend
3000
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
2000
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
Application Fee
20
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 info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Additional Accessibility Information

We are committed to accessibility and have hosted both program attendees and artist residents with disabilities and have made the necessary modifications to our existing facilities to accommodate them. Please contact us at info@astudiointhewoods.org or 504 392-4460 if you have questions about accessibility.

Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Cammie Hill-Prewitt
Accessibility Contact Email
info@astudiointhewoods.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
504-392-4460
Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
Inaccessible
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
Food stipend provided
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

There are multiple workspaces and staff will assess the needs of each resident to assign a studio before their arrival. There is a Yamaha keyboard as well as a number of basic tools available. Any additional equipment needed is the sole responsibility of the artist although the supply stipend may be applied to the purchase of needed materials. There is a meadow, pond, and wooded land on the campus available for temporary outdoor installations, performances, or workspace. Nearby there are also many miles of land on the Mississippi River levee and batture.

Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Piano
Woodworking Tools
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Air Conditioned
Heat and Cool control access

Right Now! Artist's Publication Production Grants

Right Now! Artist's Publication Production Grants

Organization

Women's Studio Workshop

Kingston, NY, United States

Right Now! Production Grants are opportunities for artists to produce a publication that is reflective of current events and can be generated and disseminated quickly. WSW seeks projects of broad scope, from zines and chapbooks to button sets, poster prints, and other imaginative ephemera. Means of production may include silkscreen, letterpress, photocopy, risograph, other types of digital printing, and more.

Each artist will receive $250 per week for each week of production, and all printing and binding expenses will be covered by WSW. The production schedule, length, and contract terms will be agreed upon between WSW and the artist. Individual project details will dictate the contract terms. For instance, one artist’s project may require four weeks of production from digital pre-prep to binding, while another may only require two. Upon receipt of the award, artists will immediately set project goals, budget, and calendar with WSW’s Artistic Director.

Artists can work remotely and/or in residency with WSW staff. All physical production including ordering of supplies, printing, binding, etc. will be completed by the WSW studio staff with the artist’s creative direction. For virtual residencies, production meetings will be scheduled via video conference. An outside panel consisting of three artists, organizers, curators, and/or librarians will select the grant recipients. 

Contact
Program Website
8456589133

PO Box 489
Rosendale, NY 12472
United States

Year Founded
1974
Context
Rural
Remote
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Embedded in historic site
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Length
2 weeks - 4 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
4
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Interdisciplinary Arts
Printmaking
Visual Arts
Book Arts
Paper Arts
Multimedia Arts
Companions
Pets are not allowed
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
Other
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Unstructured time
Restricted funding
Art production support
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Other
Additional Eligibility Information

Since our founding in 1974, Women’s Studio Workshop has been a professional artist studio dedicated to the creation of community, opportunity, empowerment, and development for women artists in all stages of their careers.  As we continue to serve this mission, we believe that we can honor our core values and address gender equity more fully by explicitly expanding our concept of gender beyond patriarchal frames of reference. 

WSW supports all women and trans, intersex, nonbinary and genderfluid people in residencies and internships. Classes, studio rentals, and public events are open to all.

What does this mean when you visit the studio and stay on campus? 

  • we intentionally create space to honor pronouns and names
  • we uphold a set of community guidelines and have systems in place to report conflict
  • we firmly believe in fostering an environment of communication, exploration, and bold expression that is respectful, safe, and accepting of all the members of our community.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
2
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
276
Artist Stipend
1400
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
0
US Dollar (USD)
1
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Fee
0
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
Full description of accessibility on campus
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Carlie Waganer
Accessibility Contact Email
carlie@wsworkshop.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
84565891
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

Intaglio, papermaking, book arts, and letterpress studios are wheelchair accessible.

Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.

Some artist apartments are inaccessible, upstairs silkscreen studio and offices are inaccessible.

Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Wheelchair accessible common room, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry spaces.

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Residents have access to private kitchen
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

WSW has been making quality handmade papers since 1979. Our Papermaking studio is designed for sheet-forming processes, low relief, and three-dimensional work.

In 1999, WSW began the ArtFarm program, which allows us to grow our own fibers  for hand papermaking. Through ArtFarm we’ve now tested over one hundred native and invasive species for their fiber strength, coloring capacity, print worthiness, and translucency.

Papermaking Studio Equipment List

  • 1000 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two 1-1/2 lb. Hollander beaters: one David Reina and one custom built
  • 30″ x 40″ hydraulic press
  • Vats up to 22″x 28″
  • 4′ x 6′ custom stainless steel vacuum table
  • A variety of moulds and deckles including small sugetas
  • 30″ x 40″ stack dryer
  • Outdoor cooking facility for fibers and dyes

In WSW’s Silkscreen studio, artists can screenprint on paper or fabric, using traditional or photo techniques. We only use water based/acrylic media. For a fee, we can also make screens for artists who are working on projects outside of our studios.

Silkscreen Studio Equipment List

  • 900 sq. ft. studio space
  • Exposing table 33″ x 45″
  • Drying rack 45″ x 68″
  • Wide range of screens up to 3′ x 4′
  • Power washer
  • Photo facilities for images up to 30″ x 40″
  • 32 linear feet of textile printing surface
  • Squeegees from 4″ to 34″

WSW’s Letterpress studio is equipped to handle projects that employ handset lead or wood type; photopolymer plates; wood or linoleum block; and die cut imagery.

Letterpress Studio Equipment List

  • 11″ x 18″ Chandler and Price platen press
  • Two 14″ x 18″ Vandercook Proof press No. 3 (manual)
  • One 19″ x 26″ Vandercook SP20 (electric)
  • A variety of lead and wooden typefaces
  • 9″ x 12″ magnetic base
  • 13″ x 24″ Line-O-Scribe proof press
  • Vacuum platemaker 23.5″ x 29.5″

Rather than use traditional acids to etch plates, Women’s Studio Workshop uses non-toxic materials: ferric chloride for copper and salt etch for aluminum and zinc. We generally stock copper and plastic plates, along with a selection of fine print and handmade papers.

Etching Studio Equipment List

  • 1200 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two Charles Brand press, 30″ x 50″ and 26″ x 48″
  • 18″ x 22″ viscosity rollers
  • A separate ventilated acid room with a 4’ x 29” workspace and stainless steel sink
  • Hot plate 20”x 24”
  • Flexible shaft rotary tool
  • 18″ x 24″ vertical tank with Ferric Chloride
  • Etching trays up to 25″ x 30″
  • Drying rack 30″ x 46″
  • Damp/dry box 28″ x 42″
  • Glass top inking table 26″ x 8′
  • Photopolymer platemaking capacity up to 23″ x 29″

WSW’s Book Arts equipment allow artists to create and bind work, ranging from the simplest saddle-stitched book to the finest codex.

Book Arts Studio Equipment List

  • Electric guillotine 33″ throat
  • Board shear (Jacques) 40″
  • Two book presses: 10″ x 13″ and 11″ x 16″
  • English sewing frame
  • English cutting frame
  • Standard wooden press
  • Cradles
  • Spiral binder
  • Saddle stitcher

WSW maintains a complete black and white darkroom, as well as limited digital facilities that may be used by special request. Artists can comfortably print up to 16”x 20” in this space.

Darkroom Studio Equipment List

  • Two Omega D2 enlargers with 35mm to 4″ x 5″ negative capacity
  • Omega B22XL enlarger
  • Bessler 4″ x 5″
  • Dry mount facilities
  • Contact frames up to 20″ x 25″
  • Saunders easels 11″ x 14″ and 24″ x 24″
  • Focus scopes
  • 100″ sink
  • Trays to 20″ x 24″

Artists working in any of our studios have access to the digital resources in our studio with assistance from a trained staff person. Additional resources are available through our relationship with the SUNY New Paltz Digital Fabrication Lab, and can be arranged on a case-by-case basis.

In-Studio Digital Resources List

  • 28″ Vinyl Plotter and Editing Software
  • 24″ Epson Printer
  • Large format scanner
  • HP Color Laser Printer
  • Kyocera Black and White Inkjet Printer
  • Xerox Machine
  • Adobe Creative Suite
Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Darkroom (Black And White)
Darkroom (Color)
Large Format Printer / Plotter
Large Format Scanner
Printers + Scanner
Photo + Video Editing Suite
Printmaking Workspaces
Book Arts Facilities
Etching Press
Glass Inking Table
Drying Racks
Hot Plates
Paper Soaking Sinks
Paper Tearing Table
Acid Room
Silkscreen Studio
Light Tables
Large Sinks
Large Exposure Unit
Washout Room
Papermaking Studio
Dye Area
Other
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Studios/facilities Details

WSW Micro Grants

WSW Micro Grants

Organization

Women's Studio Workshop

Kingston, NY, United States

With this opportunity, WSW is supporting artists with unrestricted microgrants of up to $1500.

Supporting artists and their livelihoods is more important than ever, and we want to use this opportunity to do that in the simplest way possible: give artists money. We will be awarding this grant to a minimum of 10 artists, and 20% of total grants will be awarded to Ulster County residents.

We will be limiting the number of applications to 70. If you are an alumnx of WSW or have received funding from us in the past, you are not eligible for this grant, but are encouraged to share this opportunity in your community. WSW’s opportunities are open to all women and trans, intersex, nonbinary, and genderfluid people.

Key details:

Applications open: January 10

Applications close: After 70 applications

Application form includes:

    • Name
    • Address
    • Phone Number
    • Email Address
    • Website (Optional)
    • One paragraph explaining who you are as an artist (200 words)
    • One paragraph explaining what you will do with the money granted (200 words)
    • Up to five images of recent work (digital specifications here)
    • Corresponding image script, which should include the title, medium, dimension, and date of each image

 

Head to our FAQ page for additional information.

Contact
Program Website
8456589133

PO Box 489
Rosendale, NY 12472
United States

Year Founded
1974
Context
Remote
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Residency Program Type
Experiential
Residency Length
0 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
13
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Visual Arts
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
N/A
How does your residency program support artists?
Unstructured time
Unrestricted funding
Additional Eligibility Information

Since our founding in 1974, Women’s Studio Workshop has been a professional artist studio dedicated to the creation of community, opportunity, empowerment, and development for women artists in all stages of their careers.  As we continue to serve this mission, we believe that we can honor our core values and address gender equity more fully by explicitly expanding our concept of gender beyond patriarchal frames of reference. 

WSW supports all women and trans, intersex, nonbinary and genderfluid people in residencies and internships. Classes, studio rentals, and public events are open to all.

What does this mean when you visit the studio and stay on campus? 

  • we intentionally create space to honor pronouns and names
  • we uphold a set of community guidelines and have systems in place to report conflict
  • we firmly believe in fostering an environment of communication, exploration, and bold expression that is respectful, safe, and accepting of all the members of our community.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
13
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
70
Artist Stipend
1500
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
0
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Fee
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
N/A
Additional Accessibility Information

N/A

Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Carlie Waganer
Accessibility Contact Email
carlie@wsworkshop.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
84565891
Other Services/Aids Offered in Residency + Other Programming

N/A

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

N/A

Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.

N/A

Type of Housing
N/A
Accessible Housing
N/A
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
N/A
Accessible Communal Spaces
N/A
Common/Communal Spaces Information

N/A

Meals Provided
N/A
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
N/A
Studio Support/Tech
No studio support provided

Anita Wetzel Residency Grant

Anita Wetzel Residency Grant

Organization

Women's Studio Workshop

Kingston, NY, United States

Anita Lynn Wetzel was the founding spirit of Women’s Studio Workshop. In her life and in her art she epitomized generosity and grace. Anita was a true humanist, in one with nature. In honor of Anita’s legacy, her friends and WSW are establishing the Anita Wetzel Residency Grant at Women’s Studio Workshop. The Anita Wetzel Residency Grant is a new opportunity focused on mature artists (45 years old and up) to create new work and fully immerse themselves in WSW’s supportive environment. This residency gives artists the gift of time, 4-6 weeks, to live and work away from the stresses of daily life. Artists may choose to work in any one or more of our studios: intaglio, letterpress, papermaking, screen printing, darkroom photography, or ceramics. This residency is fully subsidized. WSW provides housing and studio space at no cost. Additionally, the selected artist will receive a stipend of $350/week, up to $500 for materials used during the residency, and up to $250 toward travel within the Continental US. Artists receive a thorough studio orientation and are expected to work independently, although studio staff is available to provide assistance. Deep technical assistance can be arranged for an additional fee. The artist is responsible for any other expenses such as meals and incidentals while in residence.

Application Opens: May 27

Deadline: August 1

Residency length: 4-6 weeks

Contact
Program Website
8456589133

PO Box 489
Rosendale, NY 12472
United States

Year Founded
1974
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Embedded in historic site
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Length
4 weeks - 6 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
4
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Interdisciplinary Arts
Printmaking
Visual Arts
Book Arts
Paper Arts
Multimedia Arts
Companions
Pets are not allowed
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
Give artist talk or presentation
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Unstructured time
Restricted funding
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Additional Eligibility Information

Since our founding in 1974, Women’s Studio Workshop has been a professional artist studio dedicated to the creation of community, opportunity, empowerment, and development for women artists in all stages of their careers.  As we continue to serve this mission, we believe that we can honor our core values and address gender equity more fully by explicitly expanding our concept of gender beyond patriarchal frames of reference. 

WSW supports all women and trans, intersex, nonbinary and genderfluid people in residencies and internships. Classes, studio rentals, and public events are open to all.

What does this mean when you visit the studio and stay on campus? 

  • we intentionally create space to honor pronouns and names
  • we uphold a set of community guidelines and have systems in place to report conflict
  • we firmly believe in fostering an environment of communication, exploration, and bold expression that is respectful, safe, and accepting of all the members of our community.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
1
Artist Stipend
2100
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
750
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Fee
0
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
Full description of accessibility on campus
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Carlie Waganer
Accessibility Contact Email
carlie@wsworkshop.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
84565891
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

Intaglio, papermaking, book arts, and letterpress studios are wheelchair accessible.

Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.

Some artist apartments are inaccessible, upstairs silkscreen studio and offices are inaccessible.

Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Wheelchair accessible common room, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry spaces.

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Residents have access to private kitchen
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

WSW has been making quality handmade papers since 1979. Our Papermaking studio is designed for sheet-forming processes, low relief, and three-dimensional work.

In 1999, WSW began the ArtFarm program, which allows us to grow our own fibers  for hand papermaking. Through ArtFarm we’ve now tested over one hundred native and invasive species for their fiber strength, coloring capacity, print worthiness, and translucency.

Papermaking Studio Equipment List

  • 1000 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two 1-1/2 lb. Hollander beaters: one David Reina and one custom built
  • 30″ x 40″ hydraulic press
  • Vats up to 22″x 28″
  • 4′ x 6′ custom stainless steel vacuum table
  • A variety of moulds and deckles including small sugetas
  • 30″ x 40″ stack dryer
  • Outdoor cooking facility for fibers and dyes

In WSW’s Silkscreen studio, artists can screenprint on paper or fabric, using traditional or photo techniques. We only use water based/acrylic media. For a fee, we can also make screens for artists who are working on projects outside of our studios.

Silkscreen Studio Equipment List

  • 900 sq. ft. studio space
  • Exposing table 33″ x 45″
  • Drying rack 45″ x 68″
  • Wide range of screens up to 3′ x 4′
  • Power washer
  • Photo facilities for images up to 30″ x 40″
  • 32 linear feet of textile printing surface
  • Squeegees from 4″ to 34″

WSW’s Letterpress studio is equipped to handle projects that employ handset lead or wood type; photopolymer plates; wood or linoleum block; and die cut imagery.

Letterpress Studio Equipment List

  • 11″ x 18″ Chandler and Price platen press
  • Two 14″ x 18″ Vandercook Proof press No. 3 (manual)
  • One 19″ x 26″ Vandercook SP20 (electric)
  • A variety of lead and wooden typefaces
  • 9″ x 12″ magnetic base
  • 13″ x 24″ Line-O-Scribe proof press
  • Vacuum platemaker 23.5″ x 29.5″

Rather than use traditional acids to etch plates, Women’s Studio Workshop uses non-toxic materials: ferric chloride for copper and salt etch for aluminum and zinc. We generally stock copper and plastic plates, along with a selection of fine print and handmade papers.

Etching Studio Equipment List

  • 1200 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two Charles Brand press, 30″ x 50″ and 26″ x 48″
  • 18″ x 22″ viscosity rollers
  • A separate ventilated acid room with a 4’ x 29” workspace and stainless steel sink
  • Hot plate 20”x 24”
  • Flexible shaft rotary tool
  • 18″ x 24″ vertical tank with Ferric Chloride
  • Etching trays up to 25″ x 30″
  • Drying rack 30″ x 46″
  • Damp/dry box 28″ x 42″
  • Glass top inking table 26″ x 8′
  • Photopolymer platemaking capacity up to 23″ x 29″

WSW’s Book Arts equipment allow artists to create and bind work, ranging from the simplest saddle-stitched book to the finest codex.

Book Arts Studio Equipment List

  • Electric guillotine 33″ throat
  • Board shear (Jacques) 40″
  • Two book presses: 10″ x 13″ and 11″ x 16″
  • English sewing frame
  • English cutting frame
  • Standard wooden press
  • Cradles
  • Spiral binder
  • Saddle stitcher

WSW maintains a complete black and white darkroom, as well as limited digital facilities that may be used by special request. Artists can comfortably print up to 16”x 20” in this space.

Darkroom Studio Equipment List

  • Two Omega D2 enlargers with 35mm to 4″ x 5″ negative capacity
  • Omega B22XL enlarger
  • Bessler 4″ x 5″
  • Dry mount facilities
  • Contact frames up to 20″ x 25″
  • Saunders easels 11″ x 14″ and 24″ x 24″
  • Focus scopes
  • 100″ sink
  • Trays to 20″ x 24″

Artists working in any of our studios have access to the digital resources in our studio with assistance from a trained staff person. Additional resources are available through our relationship with the SUNY New Paltz Digital Fabrication Lab, and can be arranged on a case-by-case basis.

In-Studio Digital Resources List

  • 28″ Vinyl Plotter and Editing Software
  • 24″ Epson Printer
  • Large format scanner
  • HP Color Laser Printer
  • Kyocera Black and White Inkjet Printer
  • Xerox Machine
  • Adobe Creative Suite
Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Darkroom (Black And White)
Darkroom (Color)
Large Format Printer / Plotter
Large Format Scanner
Printers + Scanner
Photo + Video Editing Suite
Printmaking Workspaces
Book Arts Facilities
Etching Press
Glass Inking Table
Drying Racks
Hot Plates
Paper Soaking Sinks
Paper Tearing Table
Acid Room
Silkscreen Studio
Light Tables
Large Sinks
Large Exposure Unit
Washout Room
Papermaking Studio
Dye Area
Other
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Studios/facilities Details

Studio Residency Grant

Studio Residency Grant

Organization

Women's Studio Workshop

Kingston, NY, United States

The Studio Grant is a six- to eight-week residency for artists to create new work in any of our studio disciplines: intaglio, letterpress, papermaking, screenprinting, photography, or ceramics. WSW invites applications from artists at any stage in their careers.

This grant includes a stipend of $350/week, up to $500 for materials used during the residency, up to $250 for travel within the Continental US, free onsite housing, and 24/7 studio access. WSW can also provide technical advice and production assistance.

This residency has a two-step jury process: a rotating, impartial jury selects the finalists and then WSW applies for NEA funding for the chosen projects.

 

Key details:

Applications open: August 1

Applications due: November 15, 11:59pm EST

Notification date: last week of March

Residency length: 6-8 weeks

Residency occurs: 1-2 years after application, September through June

Application must include:

  • A current resume
  • A brief description of your proposed project, including the studio(s) you’d like to use. 300 word maximum.
  • Up to ten images of recent work (digital specifications here)
  • An image script, which should include title, medium, dimension, and date of each image

 

Contact
Program Website
8456589133

PO Box 489
Rosendale, NY 12472
United States

Year Founded
1974
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Embedded in historic site
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Length
6 weeks - 8 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
4
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Interdisciplinary Arts
Printmaking
Visual Arts
Book Arts
Paper Arts
Multimedia Arts
Companions
Pets are not allowed
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
Give artist talk or presentation
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Unstructured time
Restricted funding
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Additional Eligibility Information

Since our founding in 1974, Women’s Studio Workshop has been a professional artist studio dedicated to the creation of community, opportunity, empowerment, and development for women artists in all stages of their careers.  As we continue to serve this mission, we believe that we can honor our core values and address gender equity more fully by explicitly expanding our concept of gender beyond patriarchal frames of reference. 

WSW supports all women and trans, intersex, nonbinary and genderfluid people in residencies and internships. Classes, studio rentals, and public events are open to all.

What does this mean when you visit the studio and stay on campus? 

  • we intentionally create space to honor pronouns and names
  • we uphold a set of community guidelines and have systems in place to report conflict
  • we firmly believe in fostering an environment of communication, exploration, and bold expression that is respectful, safe, and accepting of all the members of our community.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
4
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
231
Artist Stipend
2800
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
750
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Fee
0
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
Full description of accessibility on campus
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Carlie Waganer
Accessibility Contact Email
carlie@wsworkshop.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
84565891
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

Intaglio, papermaking, book arts, and letterpress studios are wheelchair accessible.

Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.

Some artist apartments are inaccessible, upstairs silkscreen studio and offices are inaccessible.

Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Wheelchair accessible common room, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry spaces.

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Residents have access to private kitchen
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

WSW has been making quality handmade papers since 1979. Our Papermaking studio is designed for sheet-forming processes, low relief, and three-dimensional work.

In 1999, WSW began the ArtFarm program, which allows us to grow our own fibers  for hand papermaking. Through ArtFarm we’ve now tested over one hundred native and invasive species for their fiber strength, coloring capacity, print worthiness, and translucency.

Papermaking Studio Equipment List

  • 1000 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two 1-1/2 lb. Hollander beaters: one David Reina and one custom built
  • 30″ x 40″ hydraulic press
  • Vats up to 22″x 28″
  • 4′ x 6′ custom stainless steel vacuum table
  • A variety of moulds and deckles including small sugetas
  • 30″ x 40″ stack dryer
  • Outdoor cooking facility for fibers and dyes

In WSW’s Silkscreen studio, artists can screenprint on paper or fabric, using traditional or photo techniques. We only use water based/acrylic media. For a fee, we can also make screens for artists who are working on projects outside of our studios.

Silkscreen Studio Equipment List

  • 900 sq. ft. studio space
  • Exposing table 33″ x 45″
  • Drying rack 45″ x 68″
  • Wide range of screens up to 3′ x 4′
  • Power washer
  • Photo facilities for images up to 30″ x 40″
  • 32 linear feet of textile printing surface
  • Squeegees from 4″ to 34″

WSW’s Letterpress studio is equipped to handle projects that employ handset lead or wood type; photopolymer plates; wood or linoleum block; and die cut imagery.

Letterpress Studio Equipment List

  • 11″ x 18″ Chandler and Price platen press
  • Two 14″ x 18″ Vandercook Proof press No. 3 (manual)
  • One 19″ x 26″ Vandercook SP20 (electric)
  • A variety of lead and wooden typefaces
  • 9″ x 12″ magnetic base
  • 13″ x 24″ Line-O-Scribe proof press
  • Vacuum platemaker 23.5″ x 29.5″

Rather than use traditional acids to etch plates, Women’s Studio Workshop uses non-toxic materials: ferric chloride for copper and salt etch for aluminum and zinc. We generally stock copper and plastic plates, along with a selection of fine print and handmade papers.

Etching Studio Equipment List

  • 1200 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two Charles Brand press, 30″ x 50″ and 26″ x 48″
  • 18″ x 22″ viscosity rollers
  • A separate ventilated acid room with a 4’ x 29” workspace and stainless steel sink
  • Hot plate 20”x 24”
  • Flexible shaft rotary tool
  • 18″ x 24″ vertical tank with Ferric Chloride
  • Etching trays up to 25″ x 30″
  • Drying rack 30″ x 46″
  • Damp/dry box 28″ x 42″
  • Glass top inking table 26″ x 8′
  • Photopolymer platemaking capacity up to 23″ x 29″

WSW’s Book Arts equipment allow artists to create and bind work, ranging from the simplest saddle-stitched book to the finest codex.

Book Arts Studio Equipment List

  • Electric guillotine 33″ throat
  • Board shear (Jacques) 40″
  • Two book presses: 10″ x 13″ and 11″ x 16″
  • English sewing frame
  • English cutting frame
  • Standard wooden press
  • Cradles
  • Spiral binder
  • Saddle stitcher

WSW maintains a complete black and white darkroom, as well as limited digital facilities that may be used by special request. Artists can comfortably print up to 16”x 20” in this space.

Darkroom Studio Equipment List

  • Two Omega D2 enlargers with 35mm to 4″ x 5″ negative capacity
  • Omega B22XL enlarger
  • Bessler 4″ x 5″
  • Dry mount facilities
  • Contact frames up to 20″ x 25″
  • Saunders easels 11″ x 14″ and 24″ x 24″
  • Focus scopes
  • 100″ sink
  • Trays to 20″ x 24″

Artists working in any of our studios have access to the digital resources in our studio with assistance from a trained staff person. Additional resources are available through our relationship with the SUNY New Paltz Digital Fabrication Lab, and can be arranged on a case-by-case basis.

In-Studio Digital Resources List

  • 28″ Vinyl Plotter and Editing Software
  • 24″ Epson Printer
  • Large format scanner
  • HP Color Laser Printer
  • Kyocera Black and White Inkjet Printer
  • Xerox Machine
  • Adobe Creative Suite
Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Darkroom (Black And White)
Darkroom (Color)
Large Format Printer / Plotter
Large Format Scanner
Printers + Scanner
Photo + Video Editing Suite
Printmaking Workspaces
Book Arts Facilities
Etching Press
Glass Inking Table
Drying Racks
Hot Plates
Paper Soaking Sinks
Paper Tearing Table
Acid Room
Silkscreen Studio
Light Tables
Large Sinks
Large Exposure Unit
Washout Room
Papermaking Studio
Dye Area
Other
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Studios/facilities Details

Nonprofit Management Internship

Nonprofit Management Internship

Organization

Women's Studio Workshop

Kingston, NY, United States

You’ll work under the leadership of WSW’s Operations staff and gain experience by working alongside the administrative team of an established nonprofit arts organization. You will, among other things, undertake projects relating to public relations, fundraising, event planning, and arts administration. All internships include a private room in WSW’s on-campus Anne Atwood House and a stipend of $600/month. Interns work 40 hours/week, generally Monday through Friday, 9:00-5:00, but the schedule may change to accommodate the Workshop’s programming. Interns have access to the studios for their own work outside of regular working hours and with respect to studio programming. The internship session culminates in a group exhibition of work created during the term.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Short- and long-term marketing initiatives for email, direct mail, and social media
  • Maintaining WSW’s web presence on community calendars and across our media listings
  • Writing assignments, such as press releases and blog posts
  • Providing administrative support by processing memberships and donations, assisting in database work, managing email & phone communications, processing resident applications for jury review, and fulfilling artists’ book orders
  • Performing studio/office upkeep, including housing turnover, potluck setup and breakdown, and more
Contact
Program Website
8456589133

PO Box 489
Rosendale, NY 12472
United States

Year Founded
1974
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Embedded in historic site
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Length
6 months - 6 months
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
4
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
Discipline
Interdisciplinary Arts
Printmaking
Visual Arts
Book Arts
Paper Arts
Multimedia Arts
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
Emerging
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Give artist talk or presentation
Other
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Restricted funding
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Additional Eligibility Information

Since our founding in 1974, Women’s Studio Workshop has been a professional artist studio dedicated to the creation of community, opportunity, empowerment, and development for women artists in all stages of their careers.  As we continue to serve this mission, we believe that we can honor our core values and address gender equity more fully by explicitly expanding our concept of gender beyond patriarchal frames of reference. 

WSW supports all women and trans, intersex, nonbinary and genderfluid people in residencies and internships. Classes, studio rentals, and public events are open to all.

What does this mean when you visit the studio and stay on campus? 

  • we intentionally create space to honor pronouns and names
  • we uphold a set of community guidelines and have systems in place to report conflict
  • we firmly believe in fostering an environment of communication, exploration, and bold expression that is respectful, safe, and accepting of all the members of our community.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
2
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
7
Artist Stipend
15000
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
0
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Fee
0
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
Full description of accessibility on campus
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Carlie Waganer
Accessibility Contact Email
carlie@wsworkshop.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
84565891
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

Intaglio, papermaking, book arts, and letterpress studios are wheelchair accessible.

Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.

Some artist apartments are inaccessible, upstairs silkscreen studio and offices are inaccessible.

Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Wheelchair accessible common room, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry spaces.

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Residents have access to private kitchen
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

WSW has been making quality handmade papers since 1979. Our Papermaking studio is designed for sheet-forming processes, low relief, and three-dimensional work.

In 1999, WSW began the ArtFarm program, which allows us to grow our own fibers  for hand papermaking. Through ArtFarm we’ve now tested over one hundred native and invasive species for their fiber strength, coloring capacity, print worthiness, and translucency.

Papermaking Studio Equipment List

  • 1000 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two 1-1/2 lb. Hollander beaters: one David Reina and one custom built
  • 30″ x 40″ hydraulic press
  • Vats up to 22″x 28″
  • 4′ x 6′ custom stainless steel vacuum table
  • A variety of moulds and deckles including small sugetas
  • 30″ x 40″ stack dryer
  • Outdoor cooking facility for fibers and dyes

In WSW’s Silkscreen studio, artists can screenprint on paper or fabric, using traditional or photo techniques. We only use water based/acrylic media. For a fee, we can also make screens for artists who are working on projects outside of our studios.

Silkscreen Studio Equipment List

  • 900 sq. ft. studio space
  • Exposing table 33″ x 45″
  • Drying rack 45″ x 68″
  • Wide range of screens up to 3′ x 4′
  • Power washer
  • Photo facilities for images up to 30″ x 40″
  • 32 linear feet of textile printing surface
  • Squeegees from 4″ to 34″

WSW’s Letterpress studio is equipped to handle projects that employ handset lead or wood type; photopolymer plates; wood or linoleum block; and die cut imagery.

Letterpress Studio Equipment List

  • 11″ x 18″ Chandler and Price platen press
  • Two 14″ x 18″ Vandercook Proof press No. 3 (manual)
  • One 19″ x 26″ Vandercook SP20 (electric)
  • A variety of lead and wooden typefaces
  • 9″ x 12″ magnetic base
  • 13″ x 24″ Line-O-Scribe proof press
  • Vacuum platemaker 23.5″ x 29.5″

Rather than use traditional acids to etch plates, Women’s Studio Workshop uses non-toxic materials: ferric chloride for copper and salt etch for aluminum and zinc. We generally stock copper and plastic plates, along with a selection of fine print and handmade papers.

Etching Studio Equipment List

  • 1200 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two Charles Brand press, 30″ x 50″ and 26″ x 48″
  • 18″ x 22″ viscosity rollers
  • A separate ventilated acid room with a 4’ x 29” workspace and stainless steel sink
  • Hot plate 20”x 24”
  • Flexible shaft rotary tool
  • 18″ x 24″ vertical tank with Ferric Chloride
  • Etching trays up to 25″ x 30″
  • Drying rack 30″ x 46″
  • Damp/dry box 28″ x 42″
  • Glass top inking table 26″ x 8′
  • Photopolymer platemaking capacity up to 23″ x 29″

WSW’s Book Arts equipment allow artists to create and bind work, ranging from the simplest saddle-stitched book to the finest codex.

Book Arts Studio Equipment List

  • Electric guillotine 33″ throat
  • Board shear (Jacques) 40″
  • Two book presses: 10″ x 13″ and 11″ x 16″
  • English sewing frame
  • English cutting frame
  • Standard wooden press
  • Cradles
  • Spiral binder
  • Saddle stitcher

WSW maintains a complete black and white darkroom, as well as limited digital facilities that may be used by special request. Artists can comfortably print up to 16”x 20” in this space.

Darkroom Studio Equipment List

  • Two Omega D2 enlargers with 35mm to 4″ x 5″ negative capacity
  • Omega B22XL enlarger
  • Bessler 4″ x 5″
  • Dry mount facilities
  • Contact frames up to 20″ x 25″
  • Saunders easels 11″ x 14″ and 24″ x 24″
  • Focus scopes
  • 100″ sink
  • Trays to 20″ x 24″

Artists working in any of our studios have access to the digital resources in our studio with assistance from a trained staff person. Additional resources are available through our relationship with the SUNY New Paltz Digital Fabrication Lab, and can be arranged on a case-by-case basis.

In-Studio Digital Resources List

  • 28″ Vinyl Plotter and Editing Software
  • 24″ Epson Printer
  • Large format scanner
  • HP Color Laser Printer
  • Kyocera Black and White Inkjet Printer
  • Xerox Machine
  • Adobe Creative Suite
Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Darkroom (Black And White)
Darkroom (Color)
Large Format Printer / Plotter
Large Format Scanner
Printers + Scanner
Photo + Video Editing Suite
Printmaking Workspaces
Book Arts Facilities
Etching Press
Glass Inking Table
Drying Racks
Hot Plates
Paper Soaking Sinks
Paper Tearing Table
Acid Room
Silkscreen Studio
Light Tables
Large Sinks
Large Exposure Unit
Washout Room
Papermaking Studio
Dye Area
Other
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Studios/facilities Details
Residency LengthOpen Calls
6 months - 6 monthsNonprofit Management Internship

Studio Internship

Studio Internship

Organization

Women's Studio Workshop

Kingston, NY, United States

Each term, WSW hosts a team of studio interns who work directly with the Studio Manager and Artistic Director. You’ll work on projects that may include printmaking, letterpress, papermaking, and book arts, in addition to assisting with the ongoing operations of the facility. Studio interns are crucial participants in WSW’s creative community. You’ll be asked to work hard and in return will be encouraged, supported, and challenged in your artistic lives. Are you interested in having access to WSW’s studio facilities, and do you excel at detail management, writing, and public relations? You might want to apply for our Nonprofit Management Internship!

All internships include a private room in WSW’s on-campus Anne Atwood House and a stipend of $600/month. Interns work 40 hours/week, generally Monday through Friday, 9:00-5:00, but the schedule may change to accommodate the Workshop’s programming. Interns have access to the studios for their own work outside of regular working hours and with respect to studio programming. The internship session culminates in a group exhibition of work created during the term.

Contact
Program Website
8456589133

PO Box 489
Rosendale, NY 12472
United States

Year Founded
1974
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Embedded in historic site
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Length
6 months - 6 months
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
3
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
Discipline
Interdisciplinary Arts
Printmaking
Visual Arts
Book Arts
Paper Arts
Multimedia Arts
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
Emerging
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Give artist talk or presentation
Other
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
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
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Additional Eligibility Information

Since our founding in 1974, Women’s Studio Workshop has been a professional artist studio dedicated to the creation of community, opportunity, empowerment, and development for women artists in all stages of their careers.  As we continue to serve this mission, we believe that we can honor our core values and address gender equity more fully by explicitly expanding our concept of gender beyond patriarchal frames of reference. 

WSW supports all women and trans, intersex, nonbinary and genderfluid people in residencies and internships. Classes, studio rentals, and public events are open to all.

What does this mean when you visit the studio and stay on campus? 

  • we intentionally create space to honor pronouns and names
  • we uphold a set of community guidelines and have systems in place to report conflict
  • we firmly believe in fostering an environment of communication, exploration, and bold expression that is respectful, safe, and accepting of all the members of our community.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
4
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
50
Artist Stipend
15000
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
0
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Fee
0
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
Full description of accessibility on campus
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Carlie Waganer
Accessibility Contact Email
carlie@wsworkshop.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
84565891
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

Intaglio, papermaking, book arts, and letterpress studios are wheelchair accessible.

Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.

Some artist apartments are inaccessible, upstairs silkscreen studio and offices are inaccessible.

Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Wheelchair accessible common room, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry spaces.

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

WSW has been making quality handmade papers since 1979. Our Papermaking studio is designed for sheet-forming processes, low relief, and three-dimensional work.

In 1999, WSW began the ArtFarm program, which allows us to grow our own fibers  for hand papermaking. Through ArtFarm we’ve now tested over one hundred native and invasive species for their fiber strength, coloring capacity, print worthiness, and translucency.

Papermaking Studio Equipment List

  • 1000 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two 1-1/2 lb. Hollander beaters: one David Reina and one custom built
  • 30″ x 40″ hydraulic press
  • Vats up to 22″x 28″
  • 4′ x 6′ custom stainless steel vacuum table
  • A variety of moulds and deckles including small sugetas
  • 30″ x 40″ stack dryer
  • Outdoor cooking facility for fibers and dyes

In WSW’s Silkscreen studio, artists can screenprint on paper or fabric, using traditional or photo techniques. We only use water based/acrylic media. For a fee, we can also make screens for artists who are working on projects outside of our studios.

Silkscreen Studio Equipment List

  • 900 sq. ft. studio space
  • Exposing table 33″ x 45″
  • Drying rack 45″ x 68″
  • Wide range of screens up to 3′ x 4′
  • Power washer
  • Photo facilities for images up to 30″ x 40″
  • 32 linear feet of textile printing surface
  • Squeegees from 4″ to 34″

WSW’s Letterpress studio is equipped to handle projects that employ handset lead or wood type; photopolymer plates; wood or linoleum block; and die cut imagery.

Letterpress Studio Equipment List

  • 11″ x 18″ Chandler and Price platen press
  • Two 14″ x 18″ Vandercook Proof press No. 3 (manual)
  • One 19″ x 26″ Vandercook SP20 (electric)
  • A variety of lead and wooden typefaces
  • 9″ x 12″ magnetic base
  • 13″ x 24″ Line-O-Scribe proof press
  • Vacuum platemaker 23.5″ x 29.5″

Rather than use traditional acids to etch plates, Women’s Studio Workshop uses non-toxic materials: ferric chloride for copper and salt etch for aluminum and zinc. We generally stock copper and plastic plates, along with a selection of fine print and handmade papers.

Etching Studio Equipment List

  • 1200 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two Charles Brand press, 30″ x 50″ and 26″ x 48″
  • 18″ x 22″ viscosity rollers
  • A separate ventilated acid room with a 4’ x 29” workspace and stainless steel sink
  • Hot plate 20”x 24”
  • Flexible shaft rotary tool
  • 18″ x 24″ vertical tank with Ferric Chloride
  • Etching trays up to 25″ x 30″
  • Drying rack 30″ x 46″
  • Damp/dry box 28″ x 42″
  • Glass top inking table 26″ x 8′
  • Photopolymer platemaking capacity up to 23″ x 29″

WSW’s Book Arts equipment allow artists to create and bind work, ranging from the simplest saddle-stitched book to the finest codex.

Book Arts Studio Equipment List

  • Electric guillotine 33″ throat
  • Board shear (Jacques) 40″
  • Two book presses: 10″ x 13″ and 11″ x 16″
  • English sewing frame
  • English cutting frame
  • Standard wooden press
  • Cradles
  • Spiral binder
  • Saddle stitcher

WSW maintains a complete black and white darkroom, as well as limited digital facilities that may be used by special request. Artists can comfortably print up to 16”x 20” in this space.

Darkroom Studio Equipment List

  • Two Omega D2 enlargers with 35mm to 4″ x 5″ negative capacity
  • Omega B22XL enlarger
  • Bessler 4″ x 5″
  • Dry mount facilities
  • Contact frames up to 20″ x 25″
  • Saunders easels 11″ x 14″ and 24″ x 24″
  • Focus scopes
  • 100″ sink
  • Trays to 20″ x 24″

Artists working in any of our studios have access to the digital resources in our studio with assistance from a trained staff person. Additional resources are available through our relationship with the SUNY New Paltz Digital Fabrication Lab, and can be arranged on a case-by-case basis.

In-Studio Digital Resources List

  • 28″ Vinyl Plotter and Editing Software
  • 24″ Epson Printer
  • Large format scanner
  • HP Color Laser Printer
  • Kyocera Black and White Inkjet Printer
  • Xerox Machine
  • Adobe Creative Suite
Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Darkroom (Black And White)
Darkroom (Color)
Large Format Printer / Plotter
Large Format Scanner
Printers + Scanner
Photo + Video Editing Suite
Printmaking Workspaces
Book Arts Facilities
Etching Press
Glass Inking Table
Drying Racks
Hot Plates
Paper Soaking Sinks
Paper Tearing Table
Acid Room
Silkscreen Studio
Light Tables
Large Sinks
Large Exposure Unit
Washout Room
Papermaking Studio
Dye Area
Other
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Studios/facilities Details

Research Publication Residency Grant

Research Publication Residency Grant

Organization

Women's Studio Workshop

Kingston, NY, United States

The Research Publication Residency Grant is a 6-8 week residency designed for individuals to work onsite in the WSW Archives and Reading Room on the completion of research titles that expand upon topics central to WSW’s core mission and history, including but not limited to: women in the arts & education, printmaking, papermaking, ceramics, and independent publishing. The Women’s Studio Workshop Library is home to a wide range of special collections that orbit the history of the organization, women in print, artists’ books, women in film, performance, and more. Please visit our Collections Overview and our Historical Timeline for further information on the scope of our library. In addition, a chronological list of our artist alumnx can be found here.

This opportunity is designed to publish and promote histories, research narratives, and critical dialogue interconnected with WSW’s history. Applicants are encouraged to interpret this relationship creatively and in a broad scope. Women, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ centered projects will be prioritized. 

Contact
Program Website
8456589133

PO Box 489
Rosendale, NY 12472
United States

Year Founded
1974
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Embedded in historic site
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Length
6 weeks - 8 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
4
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Interdisciplinary Arts
Printmaking
Visual Arts
Book Arts
Paper Arts
Multimedia Arts
Companions
Pets are not allowed
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
Give artist talk or presentation
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Unstructured time
Restricted funding
Research support
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Other
Additional Eligibility Information

Since our founding in 1974, Women’s Studio Workshop has been a professional artist studio dedicated to the creation of community, opportunity, empowerment, and development for women artists in all stages of their careers.  As we continue to serve this mission, we believe that we can honor our core values and address gender equity more fully by explicitly expanding our concept of gender beyond patriarchal frames of reference. 

WSW supports all women and trans, intersex, nonbinary and genderfluid people in residencies and internships. Classes, studio rentals, and public events are open to all.

What does this mean when you visit the studio and stay on campus? 

  • we intentionally create space to honor pronouns and names
  • we uphold a set of community guidelines and have systems in place to report conflict
  • we firmly believe in fostering an environment of communication, exploration, and bold expression that is respectful, safe, and accepting of all the members of our community.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
1
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
6
Artist Stipend
2800
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
250
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Fee
0
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
Full description of accessibility on campus
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Carlie Waganer
Accessibility Contact Email
carlie@wsworkshop.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
84565891
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

Intaglio, papermaking, book arts, and letterpress studios are wheelchair accessible.

Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.

Some artist apartments are inaccessible, upstairs silkscreen studio and offices are inaccessible.

Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Wheelchair accessible common room, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry spaces.

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Residents have access to private kitchen
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

WSW has been making quality handmade papers since 1979. Our Papermaking studio is designed for sheet-forming processes, low relief, and three-dimensional work.

In 1999, WSW began the ArtFarm program, which allows us to grow our own fibers  for hand papermaking. Through ArtFarm we’ve now tested over one hundred native and invasive species for their fiber strength, coloring capacity, print worthiness, and translucency.

Papermaking Studio Equipment List

  • 1000 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two 1-1/2 lb. Hollander beaters: one David Reina and one custom built
  • 30″ x 40″ hydraulic press
  • Vats up to 22″x 28″
  • 4′ x 6′ custom stainless steel vacuum table
  • A variety of moulds and deckles including small sugetas
  • 30″ x 40″ stack dryer
  • Outdoor cooking facility for fibers and dyes

In WSW’s Silkscreen studio, artists can screenprint on paper or fabric, using traditional or photo techniques. We only use water based/acrylic media. For a fee, we can also make screens for artists who are working on projects outside of our studios.

Silkscreen Studio Equipment List

  • 900 sq. ft. studio space
  • Exposing table 33″ x 45″
  • Drying rack 45″ x 68″
  • Wide range of screens up to 3′ x 4′
  • Power washer
  • Photo facilities for images up to 30″ x 40″
  • 32 linear feet of textile printing surface
  • Squeegees from 4″ to 34″

WSW’s Letterpress studio is equipped to handle projects that employ handset lead or wood type; photopolymer plates; wood or linoleum block; and die cut imagery.

Letterpress Studio Equipment List

  • 11″ x 18″ Chandler and Price platen press
  • Two 14″ x 18″ Vandercook Proof press No. 3 (manual)
  • One 19″ x 26″ Vandercook SP20 (electric)
  • A variety of lead and wooden typefaces
  • 9″ x 12″ magnetic base
  • 13″ x 24″ Line-O-Scribe proof press
  • Vacuum platemaker 23.5″ x 29.5″

Rather than use traditional acids to etch plates, Women’s Studio Workshop uses non-toxic materials: ferric chloride for copper and salt etch for aluminum and zinc. We generally stock copper and plastic plates, along with a selection of fine print and handmade papers.

Etching Studio Equipment List

  • 1200 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two Charles Brand press, 30″ x 50″ and 26″ x 48″
  • 18″ x 22″ viscosity rollers
  • A separate ventilated acid room with a 4’ x 29” workspace and stainless steel sink
  • Hot plate 20”x 24”
  • Flexible shaft rotary tool
  • 18″ x 24″ vertical tank with Ferric Chloride
  • Etching trays up to 25″ x 30″
  • Drying rack 30″ x 46″
  • Damp/dry box 28″ x 42″
  • Glass top inking table 26″ x 8′
  • Photopolymer platemaking capacity up to 23″ x 29″

WSW’s Book Arts equipment allow artists to create and bind work, ranging from the simplest saddle-stitched book to the finest codex.

Book Arts Studio Equipment List

  • Electric guillotine 33″ throat
  • Board shear (Jacques) 40″
  • Two book presses: 10″ x 13″ and 11″ x 16″
  • English sewing frame
  • English cutting frame
  • Standard wooden press
  • Cradles
  • Spiral binder
  • Saddle stitcher

WSW maintains a complete black and white darkroom, as well as limited digital facilities that may be used by special request. Artists can comfortably print up to 16”x 20” in this space.

Darkroom Studio Equipment List

  • Two Omega D2 enlargers with 35mm to 4″ x 5″ negative capacity
  • Omega B22XL enlarger
  • Bessler 4″ x 5″
  • Dry mount facilities
  • Contact frames up to 20″ x 25″
  • Saunders easels 11″ x 14″ and 24″ x 24″
  • Focus scopes
  • 100″ sink
  • Trays to 20″ x 24″

Artists working in any of our studios have access to the digital resources in our studio with assistance from a trained staff person. Additional resources are available through our relationship with the SUNY New Paltz Digital Fabrication Lab, and can be arranged on a case-by-case basis.

In-Studio Digital Resources List

  • 28″ Vinyl Plotter and Editing Software
  • 24″ Epson Printer
  • Large format scanner
  • HP Color Laser Printer
  • Kyocera Black and White Inkjet Printer
  • Xerox Machine
  • Adobe Creative Suite
Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Darkroom (Black And White)
Darkroom (Color)
Large Format Printer / Plotter
Large Format Scanner
Printers + Scanner
Photo + Video Editing Suite
Printmaking Workspaces
Book Arts Facilities
Etching Press
Glass Inking Table
Drying Racks
Hot Plates
Paper Soaking Sinks
Paper Tearing Table
Acid Room
Silkscreen Studio
Light Tables
Large Sinks
Large Exposure Unit
Washout Room
Papermaking Studio
Dye Area
Other
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Studios/facilities Details

Artist’s Book Residency Grant

Artist’s Book Residency Grant

Organization

Women's Studio Workshop

Kingston, NY, United States

The Artist’s Book Grant is a six- to eight-week residency for artists to produce a limited edition book work. Working intensively in our studios, artists print and bind their own books, and are encouraged to create an edition size no larger than 100 and no smaller than 50.The grant includes a stipend of $350/week, up to $750 for materials, up to $250 for travel within the Continental US, free onsite housing, and 24/7 studio access. WSW can provide technical advice; training on new equipment, techniques, and materials; and production assistance. The contract stipulates that 20% of the edition goes to WSW’s archive, exhibition, and display copies; 20% of the edition goes to the artist; and 60% of the edition goes to general sales. WSW has developed a series of archive and exhibition opportunities for our artists’ books, and artists can collaborate with WSW on marketing for a 50% commission fee.

Key details:

Deadline*: November 15

Residency length: 6-8 weeks

Residency occurs: 10-19 months after application, September through June

Contact
Program Website
8456589133

PO Box 489
Rosendale, NY 12472
United States

Year Founded
1974
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Embedded in historic site
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Length
6 weeks - 8 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
4
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Interdisciplinary Arts
Printmaking
Visual Arts
Book Arts
Paper Arts
Multimedia Arts
Companions
Pets are not allowed
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
Give artist talk or presentation
Other
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Unstructured time
Restricted funding
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Other
Additional Eligibility Information

Since our founding in 1974, Women’s Studio Workshop has been a professional artist studio dedicated to the creation of community, opportunity, empowerment, and development for women artists in all stages of their careers.  As we continue to serve this mission, we believe that we can honor our core values and address gender equity more fully by explicitly expanding our concept of gender beyond patriarchal frames of reference. 

WSW supports all women and trans, intersex, nonbinary and genderfluid people in residencies and internships. Classes, studio rentals, and public events are open to all.

What does this mean when you visit the studio and stay on campus? 

  • we intentionally create space to honor pronouns and names
  • we uphold a set of community guidelines and have systems in place to report conflict
  • we firmly believe in fostering an environment of communication, exploration, and bold expression that is respectful, safe, and accepting of all the members of our community.
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
2
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
69
Artist Stipend
2800
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
1000
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Fee
0
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
Full description of accessibility on campus
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Carlie Waganer
Accessibility Contact Email
carlie@wsworkshop.org
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
84565891
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

Intaglio, papermaking, book arts, and letterpress studios are wheelchair accessible.

Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.

Some artist apartments are inaccessible, upstairs silkscreen studio and offices are inaccessible.

Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Wheelchair accessible common room, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry spaces.

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Residents have access to private kitchen
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

WSW has been making quality handmade papers since 1979. Our Papermaking studio is designed for sheet-forming processes, low relief, and three-dimensional work.

In 1999, WSW began the ArtFarm program, which allows us to grow our own fibers  for hand papermaking. Through ArtFarm we’ve now tested over one hundred native and invasive species for their fiber strength, coloring capacity, print worthiness, and translucency.

Papermaking Studio Equipment List

  • 1000 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two 1-1/2 lb. Hollander beaters: one David Reina and one custom built
  • 30″ x 40″ hydraulic press
  • Vats up to 22″x 28″
  • 4′ x 6′ custom stainless steel vacuum table
  • A variety of moulds and deckles including small sugetas
  • 30″ x 40″ stack dryer
  • Outdoor cooking facility for fibers and dyes

In WSW’s Silkscreen studio, artists can screenprint on paper or fabric, using traditional or photo techniques. We only use water based/acrylic media. For a fee, we can also make screens for artists who are working on projects outside of our studios.

Silkscreen Studio Equipment List

  • 900 sq. ft. studio space
  • Exposing table 33″ x 45″
  • Drying rack 45″ x 68″
  • Wide range of screens up to 3′ x 4′
  • Power washer
  • Photo facilities for images up to 30″ x 40″
  • 32 linear feet of textile printing surface
  • Squeegees from 4″ to 34″

WSW’s Letterpress studio is equipped to handle projects that employ handset lead or wood type; photopolymer plates; wood or linoleum block; and die cut imagery.

Letterpress Studio Equipment List

  • 11″ x 18″ Chandler and Price platen press
  • Two 14″ x 18″ Vandercook Proof press No. 3 (manual)
  • One 19″ x 26″ Vandercook SP20 (electric)
  • A variety of lead and wooden typefaces
  • 9″ x 12″ magnetic base
  • 13″ x 24″ Line-O-Scribe proof press
  • Vacuum platemaker 23.5″ x 29.5″

Rather than use traditional acids to etch plates, Women’s Studio Workshop uses non-toxic materials: ferric chloride for copper and salt etch for aluminum and zinc. We generally stock copper and plastic plates, along with a selection of fine print and handmade papers.

Etching Studio Equipment List

  • 1200 sq. ft. studio space
  • Two Charles Brand press, 30″ x 50″ and 26″ x 48″
  • 18″ x 22″ viscosity rollers
  • A separate ventilated acid room with a 4’ x 29” workspace and stainless steel sink
  • Hot plate 20”x 24”
  • Flexible shaft rotary tool
  • 18″ x 24″ vertical tank with Ferric Chloride
  • Etching trays up to 25″ x 30″
  • Drying rack 30″ x 46″
  • Damp/dry box 28″ x 42″
  • Glass top inking table 26″ x 8′
  • Photopolymer platemaking capacity up to 23″ x 29″

WSW’s Book Arts equipment allow artists to create and bind work, ranging from the simplest saddle-stitched book to the finest codex.

Book Arts Studio Equipment List

  • Electric guillotine 33″ throat
  • Board shear (Jacques) 40″
  • Two book presses: 10″ x 13″ and 11″ x 16″
  • English sewing frame
  • English cutting frame
  • Standard wooden press
  • Cradles
  • Spiral binder
  • Saddle stitcher

WSW maintains a complete black and white darkroom, as well as limited digital facilities that may be used by special request. Artists can comfortably print up to 16”x 20” in this space.

Darkroom Studio Equipment List

  • Two Omega D2 enlargers with 35mm to 4″ x 5″ negative capacity
  • Omega B22XL enlarger
  • Bessler 4″ x 5″
  • Dry mount facilities
  • Contact frames up to 20″ x 25″
  • Saunders easels 11″ x 14″ and 24″ x 24″
  • Focus scopes
  • 100″ sink
  • Trays to 20″ x 24″

Artists working in any of our studios have access to the digital resources in our studio with assistance from a trained staff person. Additional resources are available through our relationship with the SUNY New Paltz Digital Fabrication Lab, and can be arranged on a case-by-case basis.

In-Studio Digital Resources List

  • 28″ Vinyl Plotter and Editing Software
  • 24″ Epson Printer
  • Large format scanner
  • HP Color Laser Printer
  • Kyocera Black and White Inkjet Printer
  • Xerox Machine
  • Adobe Creative Suite
Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Darkroom (Black And White)
Darkroom (Color)
Large Format Printer / Plotter
Large Format Scanner
Printers + Scanner
Photo + Video Editing Suite
Printmaking Workspaces
Book Arts Facilities
Etching Press
Glass Inking Table
Drying Racks
Hot Plates
Paper Soaking Sinks
Paper Tearing Table
Acid Room
Silkscreen Studio
Light Tables
Large Sinks
Large Exposure Unit
Washout Room
Papermaking Studio
Dye Area
Other
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Studios/facilities Details
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