Grand Marais Art Colony Residency Series The Art Colony offers a variety of residency experiences to artists, providing work space in a quiet, natural setting to support the process, development, creation, and production of new works. Experimentation and creative risk-taking are encouraged! See the options below and contact the Art Colony with any questions. Selected Artists-in-Residence March 7 20 Artists are invited to submit an application for one of two selected artists-in-residence. Artists will be provided with lodging, workspace, and a weekly stipend to work in either the multi-use Founders Hall Studio or in the Eco-friendly Printmaking Studio. Two artists may also apply to work in a collaborative residency. See attached application and instructions. Mentor Residency Workshops The Art Colony will host five mentoring artists in 2016. Each artist offers a unique personal and philosophical approach and teaching style. While students will bring independent projects to work on, workshops are cooperative in nature, characterized by critical group dialogue, focused time to work, and mentored guidance. Contact the Art Colony for details or to register. 2016 Schedule: Doug Westendorp April 25 29 Elizabeth Erickson May 7 10 Martha McQuade & Dan Clark May 23 27 David Feinberg June 20 24 Hazel Belvo July 18 22 & July 25 29 Independent Residencies Independent residencies are available at various times of the year for artists who are members of the Art Colony. Come and retreat to our professional studios for uninterrupted space and time to focus, rejuvenate, and be inspired. Call for details. 1
Selected Artists-in-Residence Grand Marais, Minnesota Application Guidelines Residency Description The Grand Marais Art Colony Selected Artists-in-Residency (AiR) is designed to provide artists with uninterrupted work time to support the development, creation, and production of new, original works, while also fostering a deep connection with the surrounding landscape. Selected Residencies are for two weeks. Artists are provided with lodging and work space in either the Founders Hall 2-D Studio or in the Eco-friendly Printmaking Studio. Note that artists may apply to work in collaboration for one residency. Additionally, the Artists-in-Residence will host one open studio and offer one community engagement project that fits within the bounds of the Art Colony mission. The scope of the community engagement project is largely up to the individual artists while Art Colony staff will assist with implementation and give guidance as needed. Benefits The Art Colony will provide the Artists-in-Residence with the following: Workspace Studio equipment (see below) Lodging $100 stipend per week Community Engagement supplies reimbursement (if applicable) Facilities Please specify your studio preference on your application. Founders Hall 2-D Studio The Founders Hall 2-D Studio is housed in the Historic St. John s Catholic Church built in 1916 and purchased by the Art Colony in the 1960s. The building has been an inspiring 2
sanctuary for generations of artists with superb northern light, high ceilings, suspended hardwood floors, and ample wall space. This studio is conducive to, among other possibilities, 2-D media, dance, writing, photography, and temporary installation/3-d disciplines. Equipment provided includes: Work surfaces/tables Easels Palette tables Drawing horses Clip on lighting Folding chairs Eco-Friendly Printmaking Studio The Art Colony Printmaking Studio has been called one of the best in the Midwest region. This space is well-suited for printmakers, writers, and photographers and includes the following equipment which is available to the Artist-in-Residence: Work surfaces/tables Black out curtains Takach 40 x 72 etching press Vandercook Number 4 proof press Copper etching facility UV Exposure Unit & light box Paper soaking station Vent hood for aquatint Paper drying shelf Folding chairs Lodging The artists will be provided with separate lodging. One artist will be housed in a guest room conveniently located at the Art Colony. This space includes a shared bathroom with shower, and a mini-kitchen with full-size refrigerator and stove/oven. One artist will be housed in an off-site apartment with full amenities. Within walking distance of the Art Colony are a YMCA, food co-op, grocery stores, post office, and many restaurants and shops along the harbor. 3
Open Studio and Community Engagement Project The Open Studio and Community Engagement Project (CEP) are important aspects of this residency. These events give our broader community an opportunity to participate in and better understand the creative process from the artists perspective. OPEN STUDIO The Open Studio is a scheduled one-hour event the first Saturday of the residency (1pm 2pm) and does not require any advanced preparation. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROJECT (CEP) The CEP typically takes place the second Saturday of the residency but a specific schedule will be set in conjunction with the Art Colony staff. Artists are asked to consider the Art Colony mission and craft a CEP that meets one of the three prongs of the mission: The mission of the Grand Marais Art Colony is to provide services to artists, promote art education, and nurture art in our community by providing an environment for creative excellence. Consider the following when crafting a CEP: How does this project fit within one of the three prongs of the Art Colony mission? What kind of project draws upon my own unique skills? Is there a specific artist service I can provide to local artists such as a talk on web development, social media, or pricing artwork? Would I rather prepare something prior to the residency (such as an artist talk) or facilitate something during the residency? Do I prefer to teach, to lecture, or give a demo? Do I like to get out into the community and interact with people in a more spontaneous way? What age groups do I prefer to work with? Please also keep in mind your capacity to work this into a two-week residency. We are looking for a well-thought out, engaging, yet manageable project that adds to but does not overtake the residency plan. 4
Cook County & Grand Marais Cook County is made up of a series of small towns, each with a unique personality, linked together by the ancient Sawtooth Mountains, the pristine Boundary Waters Wilderness Canoe Area, and the rugged shores of Lake Superior. For generations, artists have flocked to this area to savor its grandeur and explore the surrounding boreal forest. At the center of Cook County is Grand Marais, a quaint harbor village with eclectic galleries, shops, and restaurants. Grand Marais has long supported the arts and is home to many artists. March is a quiet time in our community, lending itself well to a focused residency. At the same time, there are many outdoor activities within easy access including skiing, snow shoeing, and hiking. Grand Marais Art Colony The longest-lived art colony in Minnesota, the Grand Marais Art Colony began in 1947 as a summer refuge for artists seeking study and creative inspiration within the dynamic North Shore landscape. Since that time, the Art Colony has served as a creative retreat and catalyst, helping people to foster a unique relationship between outdoor inspiration and artistic pursuit. The Art Colony offers year-round classes for novice to professional artists, high-quality studio access, and seven inclusive events and exhibitions. The facilities include clay, glass, printmaking and a large, multi-use studio space. Questions? Contact: Ruth Pszwaro, Program Coordinator Grand Marais Art Colony PO Box 626 120 West 3rd Avenue Grand Marais, Minnesota 55604 www.grandmaraisartcolony.org 218-387-2737 programs@grandmaraisartcolony.org 5
Application Instructions & Criteria Send ONE PDF of ALL application materials and ONE PDF of ALL images ELECTRONICALLY To Ruth Pszwaro: programs@grandmaraisartcolony.org Each completed application must include: Completed application form Residency Work Plan; please limit to one page Community Engagement Project Plan; please limit to one page Current resume or CV Artist statement; please limit to one page Image List; please limit to one page Work samples Selection Criteria Successful applications will address the following criteria: Artistic merit of work Clarity of project and artistic vision Ability of proposed work plan to challenge and advance the artist artistically and professionally Work plan s qualities of experimentation and creative risk-taking Ability to accomplish proposed work plan and community engagement project in the allotted two-week time period Potential effect and success of CEP project The Grand Marais Art Colony provides equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. 6
Application Form Send ONE PDF of ALL application materials and ONE PDF of ALL images ELECTRONICALLY To Ruth Pszwaro: programs@grandmaraisartcolony.org 1. Name: 2. Permanent Address: 3. City State Zip 4.Phone: (H) W) (Cell) 5. Email: 6. Website: Artistic Discipline for Residency Painting Dance Jewelry Mixed Media Fiber/Textiles Sculpture Drawing Writing Photography Mosaic Printmaking Book Arts Fiber/Textiles Drawing Other Please specify *At this time we are unable to host ceramic artists Studio Preference: FOUNDERS HALL PRINTMAKING STUDIO 7
References Please provide the following information for two references: Name: Email: Phone: Relationship To: Name: Email: Phone: Relationship To: We d love to know! How did you find out about the Art Colony Artist-in- Residence? Residency Work Plan Provide a brief synopsis of your residency work plan. Be concise and limit your plan to one page. Please give consideration to the following relevant details: selection criteria, expectations of residency, equipment needs, and timeline for accomplishing plan. 8
Community Engagement Project Plan Provide a description of your Community Engagement Project (CEP). Be concise and limit your plan to one page. Address the following: Project s connection to Art Colony mission Project Title & Description (limit to 80 words) Age range you d prefer to work with (if applicable) What support and equipment will you need to implement this project? Provide a detailed budget for materials needed to implement CEP, if necessary. A final budget will be agreed upon by artist and Art Colony staff. Include a current resume or CV. Resume Artist Statement Include a one page artist statement that describes your artistic vision, body of work, and professional goals. Image List Indicate image number, title, dimensions, medium, and year of completion. Include a Narrative Description of the work only if necessary. Send ONE PDF of ALL application materials and ONE PDF of ALL images ELECTRONICALLY To Ruth Pszwaro: programs@grandmaraisartcolony.org Work Samples Please contact the Art Colony if your work samples do not fit the following criteria 9
Visual Artists: Submit 8-10 digital images saved on a single PDF up to 5 megabytes. Images must be clear, professionally presented, and accurately represent your work. Work should be completed in the past 4 years. Title each image: last name_image number _title (Example vangogh_01_the starry night) Image number must correlate with number on image list. Narrative Description: In the application packet, include a brief narrative description of submission piece(s) only if necessary. Dance Artists: Submit one video or a link to one video three to five minutes in length, labeled with artist s name and title. Work should be recent and completed in the past 4 years. Narrative Description: In the application packet, include a brief narrative description of submission piece(s) only if necessary. Literary Artists: Up to ten pages of writing sample, typed. Work should be completed in the past 4 years. Narrative Description: In the application packet, include a brief narrative description of submission piece(s) only if necessary. Send images separately as ONE PDF to Ruth Pszwaro programs@grandmaraisartcolony.org 10
Application Checklist Please ensure you have completed and included each of the following: Completed application form One-page Residency Work Plan One-page Community Engagement Project Plan Current Resume or CV One-page Artist Statement One-page Image List Work Samples Residency Timeline Applications must be received by 4pm on December 11, 2015. Applicants will be notified by email on January 22, 2016. Incomplete/late applications or applications that don t follow the formatting guidelines will not be reviewed. December 11, 2015: Application Deadline January 22, 2016: Notification of Acceptance March 6, 2016: Residency Move-in March 7, 2016: Residency Start Date March 12, 2016: Open Studio 1 2pm March 19, 2016: Community Engagement Project Time: TBD March 20, 2016: Residency end date (move-out) Send ONE PDF of above application materials ELECTRONICALLY and send images separately as ONE PDF to Ruth Pszwaro at programs@grandmaraisartcolony.org Applicants will be informed of decision by January 22, 2016 Questions? Please contact Ruth Pszwaro, Program Coordinator 218-387-2737 programs@grandmaraisartcolony.org 11