Creators Commons - Artist Application

About Creators Commons
Creators Commons will provide selected artists with a dedicated 10x10 studio pod to create, display, and sell their work in a shared, public-facing studio environment.

This application will be used to assess artist fit, space feasibility, and cohort balance for the Creators Commons pilot.

Selected artists will be expected to participate under the proposed rent and community participation structure outlined in this application.

Creators Commons may be a strong fit for artists who:

• Are actively producing work and seeking consistent studio access
• Value community, collaboration, and shared stewardship of a creative space
• Are interested in public-facing creation and educational engagement
• Want to grow their visibility, sales, and professional network locally
• Are excited to help shape a new creative space from the ground up

Artists from a wide range of disciplines and career stages are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: Friday, May 8, 2026.

For more details on Creators Commons, please check out TOArts Creators Commons.

Application Details

This application cannot be partially completed and saved, it has to be done in one sitting. Please be prepared to answer all questions and share your pieces.
Emailed submissions to TOArts staff will not be accepted nor responded to.
The ownership of any art you share as part of this application remains solely with you. It is only reviewed for the purposes of assessment and will be permanently deleted therafter, unless you provide express permission for us to share for promotional and fundraising purposes.

Full Name

First NameLast Name

Studio / Artist Name (if applicable)

Email Address

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

City of Residence

Website / Portfolio Link (if available)

Social Media Handles (optional)

Primary artistic discipline(s)

What do you create? - Brief description of your artistic practice (150-300 words)

What themes, materials, or techniques define your work?

How long have you been actively practicing as an artist?

Please upload up to 8 examples of recent work that best represent your practice, in addition to a portfolio description that includes titles, medium, dimensions, and year created for each piece. You may include brief context for each piece as well.

PDF, JPEG, PNG or Word files accepted.

Link for portfolio (optional)

Please briefly describe how you would use your 10x10 studio space on a day-to-day basis.

Are there any materials, tools, or processes that could pose safety concerns in a shared public environment?

If yes, please explain:

Please indicate any specific requirements:

Are you able to contribute 2-4 hours per week supporting open studio hours and the shared studio environment?

Preferred days/times for participation shifts:

Which types of engagement are you interested in? Check all that apply.

Do you have prior experience presenting, teaching, or facilitating workshops?

If yes, please describe briefly

Do you currently sell your work?

Typical price range of your work:

What excites you most about being part of a collaborative community like Creators Commons?

What do you feel you would contribute to the overall culture of the space?

I understand the proposed rent is $250/month for a 10x10 studio pod.

I understand the community participation and shared studio expectations.

I understand this is a pilot / validation phase and participation is subject to final approval.

Is there anything else you'd like TOArts to know about you, your work, or your interest in this project?

Creators Commons - Artist Application

Section 1: Artist Information

Section 2: Artistic Practice & Discipline

Section 3: Portfolio Submission

Section 4: Studio Space Needs

Section 5: Availability & Community Participation

Section 6: Community Engagement Interests

Section 7: Sales & Pricing Approach

Section 8: Collaboration & Community Fit

Section 9: Commitment & Acknowledgment

Optional: Additional Information