NY / VT Artist Residency

About

Salem Art Works spirit is rooted in the convergence and collaboration of people of varied backgrounds, ideas, and artistic approaches. Everyone is welcomed, respected and encouraged to participate and contribute to the SAW experience regardless of their age, race, gender, or ability. SAW and the surrounding Salem community are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment in and around SAW, where learning, exploration, risk-taking, and expression can happen free from judgment and discrimination.

The NY / VT Artist Residency is a program entering its 3rd year developed by Salem Art Works to celebrate the artistic excellence in the states of New York and Vermont. Participants are encouraged to expand their practice through interacting with artists from other disciplines. Workshops in the blacksmithing, glass, welding, foundry and ceramic shops will be available during the residency to familiarize artists with new processes.

The NY / VT Artist Residency will host 10 artists for 3 weeks.

Program Summary

Benefits

  • Free camping or indoor room, meals, studio

  • $200.00 Unrestricted Stipend

  • 50% off shop rental, materials, & workshops

  • Opportunity to participate in Artist Talks, Open Studio, Studio Visits, and Exhibitions.

Cost

  • Free to apply

  • 50% off materials, workshops, & visitors

  • Artists are responsible for the cost of materials, personal supplies, 50% shop use

Application Details

Requirements

  • Artists must be 21 or older to apply.

  • Artists must prove their residence in New York or Vermont.

  • Artists must prove their income is $50,000 or less.

  • Artists must donate one piece of art to SAW’s annual Fall Auction.

  • Artists must be actively making work at least 30 hours a week.

  • Artists must submit 10 work samples of completed projects, a title sheet, an artist statement, a letter of intent, a CV or resume, and one letter of recommendation.

Review Process

  • NY / VT applications will be reviewed by SAW staff and a guest jury of artists and curators.

  • Applicants will be selected based on their application materials, work samples, statement of intent, references, and recommendation letters, and must meet all the application requirements regarding their income, vaccination status, age (over 21 years), and geographic location in the New York - Vermont area.

IMPORTANT DATES

  • The application is closed for 2023.

  • Application for 2024 coming soon!

NY / VT Alumni

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Support This Initiative

This program has been generously underwritten by an anonymous donor. Any additional contributions towards this initiatives will go toward artist stipends, activities, visiting artists, and professional development. Your donation is tax deductible.