STUDIO OPPORTUNITIES
The Artists in Residence program offers affordable private and/or shared studios to emerging and mid‐range local, national, and international artists. Artists in Residence become part of a vibrant community of artists participating in Arts Warehouse programming, allowing for exchange and collaborative relationships to develop within the artist community. Space is awarded to applicants that best demonstrate their commitment to their practice, to experimentation and innovation in their work, to seeking artistic & professional development, and to being a part of and contributing to a dynamic community of artists and creative thinkers. A.i.R leases include private and/or shared studios as well as access to flexible shared working space. Artists selected for this program range from emerging to mid‐range, and work in all artistic disciplines and media; including but not limited to creative makers, fashion, drawing, painting, artisanal florist, sculpture, photography, film, new media, installation interdisciplinary expression etc.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
(Application must include ALL items)
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Arts Warehouse Artists in Residence (“A.i.R”) Application Cover Sheet
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Curriculum vitae (“CV”) that provides an overview of experience and other qualifications
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Letter of interest outlining specific interest in working at the Arts Warehouse, how participation will affect the artist’s practice and career and a business plan summary.
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Three letters of recommendation, personal and/or professional, that include names, mailing addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. *a list of references will not be accepted
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Documentation of recent work as described below.
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$25 processing fee (make checks to Delray CRA) and Background Check Form *this can be mailed in to Arts Warehouse or dropped off.
STUDIO OPPORTUNITY DETAILS
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176 to 528 approximant sq. ft. studios. Spaces are appointed by Arts Warehouse staff for selected Artists. We will consider your preference in our appointments.
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Studio rents are currently charged at $2.00 per square foot per month
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24‐hour access to studios
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Wi‐Fi access
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Up to 26 artists working on‐site in various mediums
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Participation in First Friday Gallery walks sponsored by Downtown Development Authority.
https://downtowndelraybeach.com/ArtWalk
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Access to shared work spaces
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1 or 2 year leases with the prospect of renewable terms for a maximum of 3 or 4 years (all artists will be required to execute a lease for the space being provided and have reviews during residency and prior to renewal to determine continued eligbility) .
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Access to exhibition, teaching professional development opportunities, etc.
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The Arts Warehouse strives to be fully accessible to artists with disabilities. The Arts Warehouse’s facilities are fully accessible and we encourage all artists to consider submitting for these opportunities. If you have any questions about studio accessibility please contact Jill Brown at brownji@mydelraybeach.com