Emerging Artist-in-Residency Program: Visual Art
The residency is designed to assist Meredith art department graduates in growing and strengthening their artistic practice in a supportive community with access to studio facilities and mentorship as they create a mature body of work to launch their professional art career or apply for Master of Fine Arts (MFA) programs or postgraduate degrees in related fields, such as M.A. in art education, museum studies, or art history.
Residency Requirements
- B.A. in Art (or related field) from 缅北禁地.听
- Clearly stated goal to use the residency in preparation for a career as a professional artist or entry into a postgraduate program.听
- A deep commitment to and a high level of proficiency in their chosen medium and discipline to work independently in an open studio environment.听听
- Ability to engage with students and contribute to the art department via participation in all of the听 following: art events, gallery assistance, classroom teaching assistance, and weekly studio maintenance听 duties.
Residency Benefits
- Area-specific access to 缅北禁地 Department of Art facilities during residency period, abiding by college access policies and departmental safety procedures
- A dedicated workspace (area-specific accommodations vary)
- Faculty mentorship and monthly group critiques
- Acquiring an understanding of teaching methodology, studio maintenance responsibilities, gallery management skills, and additional professional experiences applicable to careers in the arts. These skills will be gained through 6-8 hours per week of hands-on participation and contribution to the art community at Meredith. Residents will be paired with a media-specific faculty mentor who will supervise weekly responsibilities and guide the resident鈥檚 experiential learning.
- Conceptual development and increased proficiency in technique and process demonstrated through the production of a portfolio of cohesive work
- An exhibition of work produced during the residency period, held in the Gaddy-Hamrick Corridor Gallery, scheduled to open on Reading Day
- Stipend/Award of $1,200* for semester-long residency. $200 received upfront for supplies with the remaining $1,000 divided into payments over the course of the semester for additional materials and other expenses. (*If a resident is unable to fulfill all the outlined responsibilities of the residency, either by the resident’s own choice, or by termination due to lack of compliance, the stipend will be prorated accordingly).
Residency Expectations
- To commit to the residency program for the specified period, beginning with a mandatory orientation meeting and concluding with de-installation of the exhibition听
- To supply all materials used during the residency (a studio fee may be applicable in certain media specific areas)
- To independently produce a significant body of work appropriate to the length of the residency program (Note: the residency is not a workshop nor an opportunity to receive training in a new skill. Residents create work independently and receive feedback from faculty mentors and fellow residents during scheduled critiques.)
- To contribute to the community 6-8 hours a week of documented activities including teaching assistance, facilitating open studio hours, assisting with studio maintenance tasks, assisting with gallery installation/de-installation and related activities, participation in group critiques, teaching workshops, etc.听听
- To be an exemplary role model for the art department students and the 缅北禁地 community, demonstrated through reliability, accessibility, work ethic, personal conduct, and respect for and maintenance of work areas and studio facilities.
Application Deadline and Media Area Availability
Application Deadline is June 1, 2025, for Fall 鈥�25 and Spring 鈥�26 Semester Residencies. We offer residencies in a range of media based on faculty and facilities availability. Prior to applying, applicants should contact potential faculty mentors in their area of interest to discuss how the residency is an appropriate step in career development, whether the proposed project is a good fit for the residency, and mutual schedule alignment for in-class assistance, studio work time, and critical feedback.听 Faculty mentors will offer guidance on which semester best aligns with the applicant鈥檚 goals and the faculty member鈥檚 availability.
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Application Process
- Current resume听
- Artist statement (100-250 words)
- Residency Proposal: Describe how you will use the residency to further your creative endeavors.听 Include a description of the intended body of work (media, process, concept). Discuss your media knowledge and experience and your plan for deepening your expertise: your method of research and听 exploration. Outline specific equipment, tools, software and technical assistance requests related to听 your project.听Reference your prior discussion with your proposed faculty mentor and your plan for aligning your schedule for in-class assistance, studio work time, and critical feedback. Address how you will balance your commitment to the responsibilities of the residency with your other life obligations.
- 10 digital images of current work that demonstrate proficiency in chosen medium. Detail images may be included when applicable, but the total number of images submitted should not exceed ten. Standard format JPG @ 300 dpi. Include a corresponding PDF file with description of each work, title, date created, media, and size (h鈥� x w鈥� x d鈥�).
- Two letters of recommendation from sources familiar with your work, including a letter from the faculty mentor in the area you are applying.
- Email application materials to Holly Fischer at fischerh@meredith.edu by June 1, 2025.
Selection Criteria
- A selection committee will review residency applications and determine the final selection. Selection is merit-based and consideration includes the applicant鈥檚 media expertise, quality of work samples, ability to work independently, desire to contribute to current students and the art department, and the viability of project proposal.
- The number of selected residents is determined by funding and availability of mentors.听
- Final approval of selected candidates will be contingent on the successful completion of a background check.
