RECHARGE YOUR PRACTICE: Researching and Applying for International and National Artist Residencies
I. Introduce different artist residency models (thematically focused, research, working on short or long-term projects, public presentation, retreat, production, socially focused, etc) and show examples of each with links to each residency's website.
II. Discuss research tool: online residency listing sites, online open call sites, fB groups, and how to find residencies through additional networking resources
III. Present strategies for organizing researched residencies and compiling spreadsheets for due dates and application requirements. This is to assist participants in maximizing their time and meeting residency application deadlines as efficiently as possible.
IV. Provide tips for preparing application materials.
V. Identify basic resources for funding residencies.
Workshop Materials Provided:
Handout with links to resources presented in the workshop.
Worksheet for participants to use throughout the workshop.
Activities:
Throughout the workshop participants will utilize a worksheet designed to assist them in identifying the following:
1) types of residencies which would best benefit their artistic practice,
2) locations in the country and/or world which would support topics of their research/practice,
3) times of year they are available for a residency,
4) types of equipment/materials needs required for their particular practice/ project,
5) anticipated expenses for the residency,
6) any logistical considerations impacting participating in a residency,
and
7) how they will fund the residency.
Set-Up:
1) Digital projector/ hdmi laptop connection
2) Speakers
3) Tables and chairs for workshop participants, set-up in circles, clusters or rows, per room's capacity
and
4) WiFi connection for participants, if possible