Fall/Winter Residency Award for Young and Emerging Artists

July 29, 2010

Beginning your career as an emerging artist can be tough, which
is why Spark Box Studio is offering FREE RESIDENCIES to fine
art students and emerging artists. This residency opportunity is a
unique way for young and emerging artists to cultivate new
ideas, access a rich library of arts resources, learn about career-
building opportunities, and develop an understanding of the art
world from a business perspective.

About the Award
Four emerging artists will receive a one-week residency, 10 will
receive a two day residency and 30 will receive one day at our
Open Studio in Prince Edward County. The selected applicants
will be given studio space to work in as well as access to Spark
Box Studio’s equipment and resources. Here they can learn
about printing techniques, focus on their own projects and have
access to career guidance from local community members.

Applicants staying at Spark Box Studio will given living quarters
at the Spark Box residency. The residency offers shared kitchen
and bathroom with private bedrooms (food will not be provided).
Applying for the Residency Award gives artists the opportunity to
practice an essential business skill in the art world: the application process.

How Do I Apply?

Any emerging artist living in Ontario, between the ages of 19-29,
is invited to apply for the Spark Box Studio Residency Award.
Awards will be made based on the quality and completeness of
the applications. Applicants will be juried by a group of artists
and local business leaders.

Application:

Please see our website to application. www.sparkboxstudio.com
Please note: there is a $15.00 entry fee which can be paid through the
paypal. This fee contributes to the cost of processing your application.

The Residency Awards are valid until August 30th, 2010. The
Residency Award is open to all emerging artists resident in
Ontario (non-students and students) aged between 19 and 29.

Spark Box Studio
t. 613.476.0337
http://www.sparkboxstudio.com

Categories: Call for Artists, Call for Submissions