Artists-in-Residence
RedLine engages approximately 15–20 artists at any given time who remain “in residence” for a two or three year period. In exchange for a small stipend artists receive studio space and mentoring from three to four accomplished artists per year who may be “in residence” or may be guests of RedLine on a more intermittent basis. Interactivity is a core element at RedLine: artists engage in healthy art criticism and vibrant debate as they grow together as artists and in the community. RedLine engages artists to participate in various educational forums which allow them to learn new techniques and to hone their existing skills. The Artists-in-Residence Program is based upon an equitable selection process. Artists working in all mediums are welcome to apply including writers, filmmakers, performance artists, photographers, and visual artists. It is important to note that each artist is responsible for outfitting their studio with the necessary tools to produce their works.
Terms of Artists-in-Residence Program
5-8 artists will be chosen to participate in RedLine’s Artists-in-Residence Program. It is a two year commitment. Exceptions to the term are handled on a case by case basis. Artists-in-Residence pay $130.00 monthly that goes toward paying a share of the RedLine electricity bill. Possible studio visits, interviews, or phone calls may be required if the judges deems it necessary. When appropriate, studios will be shared in order to increase the number of RedLine participants.
Artists will move into their studios after Labor Day/Fall of 2012.
Requirements: Applicants must have had three to five years of substantive artistic experience.
Artists/Applicants must submit their application materials on www.callforentry.org when the application becomes available. The call for artists is usually posted on the cafe system in the Spring of each year.
Application Checklist
1) Artist Statement (3000 character or 500 word maximum)
2) Letter to jury that addresses the issues and concerns you have faced in your artistic career and why you consider yourself an emerging artist.
3) Brief statement on how you may benefit from being an Artist-in-Residence at RedLine
4) Brief statement on career goals
5) Current Resume
6) Current Employment Status
7) How you heard about the RedLine Artist-in-Residence program
8) Paragraph describing your volunteer work in the community
9)2 Letters of Recommendation (scanned and uploaded letter or saved and upload emails are acceptable).
Application Deadline: TBA
RedLine will host info and Q & A sessions leading up to the application deadline on the residency program please join our mailing list to find out dates and times for these sessions here. This session will be led by current resident artists and staff.
RedLine is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination because of race, ethnicity, sex, religion, handicap, or sexual orientation is prohibited.
