Artist Residencies
2-Week Artist-in-Residence Program
Touchstone Center for Crafts 2-Week Artist-in-Residence Program (May 5-19, 2023) offers a unique environment for artists and makers to live and work within a creative community. At Touchstone, we offer residencies in our fully equipped blacksmithing, ceramics, glass, small metals, and painting studios*. For this program we are looking for self-motivated individuals who are seeking the time, space, and equipment to focus on their studio practice in the company of fellow artists and makers. A qualified candidate for the program should possess a strong working knowledge and understanding of the equipment and tools used within their designated studio. No instruction is provided.
*We also accept artists working in media outside of those mentioned, depending on the needs of the artist and what our studios are able to accommodate.
Deadline to apply: March 15, 2023
REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS:
- Complete Artist-in-Residence Application before March 15, 2023 via SlideRoom
- Statement of Intent
- Five images of artwork
- Two References with contact information
- Résumé or Curriculum Vitae
Please feel free to reach out to twinters@touchstonecrafts.org or call (724) 329-1370 with any questions you may have.
2-Week Artist-in-Residence Program
May 5-19, 2023
There was a misprint on page 21 of our 2023 printed catalog on the Schedule at a Glance. The correct dates are May 5-19.
Residency Fee
- $700 (Includes private lodging and studio access)
- $150 refundable studio deposit (Will be refunded at the end of the residency)
*all fees must be paid in full 2 weeks prior to arrival*
Studio
Residents will have access to a shared studio space within the discipline that they are invited to participate. Consumables (i.e. oxygen, propane, etc.) and materials (i.e. steel, clay, etc.) for personal production are the responsibility of the resident and will be charged at cost. For a list of equipment please contact Travis Winters at twinters@touchstonecrafts.org. Studios will be prepped and ready upon arrival and a general studio cleanup will be scheduled for all participants in the afternoon of Thursday, May 18, 2023.
Meals
No meals will be provided to Resident Artists throughout their stay on campus. Although Touchstone’s Dining Hall will be closed for the duration of the residencies, artists will have access to a fully equipped communal kitchen, grill, and dining area. Throughout the residency artists often come together and periodically plan group meals during their stay. Residents are encouraged to explore the beautiful Laurel Highlands area where Touchstone is located. There are multiple grocery stores and restaurants within a 15-20 min drive from Touchstone’s campus. Due to the rural location of Touchstone’s campus, it is strongly recommended that participants bring a car to the residency.
Lodging
Private Dorm lodging is included with the residency fee. Linens can be provided at an additional cost of $50.
Check In/Out
Residents must check in on Friday May 5, 2023 from 12:00am-4:00pm in Touchstone’s Bea Campbell Gallery. All residents must be checked out by 11:00am on Friday, May 19, 2023 (Unless it has been discussed with Touchstone staff).
Safety
While on campus, all residents must follow all of Touchstone’s Safety Guidelines, Precautions, and Procedures. For a full list of all policies, please click here. Before arriving to campus, all Residents must join the orientation Zoom Meeting with TCC staff to go over all studio and campus safety procedures. While in the studio, all residents must follow the proper safety procedures for the given studio. All incoming artists must sign Touchstone’s 2023 Health & Safety Guidelines and COVID-19 Waiver.
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