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Artist-in-Residence Spring 2024 Wabash College

Type: Residencies, Workshops, Exchanges [View all]
Posted by: Wabash College
Deadline: Wed, May 8th, 2024

The Wabash College Art Department seeks artists with demonstrated experience in and a commitment to socially engaged art practice and/or community-based art projects to apply for our Restoring Hope, Restoring Trust Artist-in-Residence position for Spring 2024. The Artist-in-Residence will be a mentor for undergraduate students and engage in creative collaborations that involve students/campus community and local community partners in Crawfordsville/Montgomery County. 

Restoring Hope/Restoring Trust Artist-in-Residence Expectations

·      Design a project(s) for and co-teach an undergraduate course focused on socially engaged art that results in a collaborative public project, event, or performance. 

·      Mount a solo exhibition of previously completed works that will open at the beginning of the term and run for the duration of the residency.

·      Give a public lecture at the beginning of the residency

·      Hold a series of public engagements, discussions, or workshop events associated with exhibition/residency.

·      Attend monthly meetings with the program directors. 

·      Mentor undergraduate students interested in art and social justice.

How to Apply

Submit a Single PDF with the following materials

·      Cover letter discussing your commitment to and experience with socially engaged art and/or community art practice. Outline your interest in this residency and what you would like to accomplish if awarded the opportunity. 

·      10 examples of your work (time-based work should have a url link) including descriptions of the projects and a link to your professional website.

·      List of 3 professional references with contact info – no letters needed at time of application

Ub Submit Single PDF application materials to stradera@wabash.edu

·      Applications Due: Extended Deadline May 8 

 Support

Stipend $25,000

Exhibition Budget $3,000

Travel stipend $1,800

Furnished Apartment on campus or other residence and meal plan provided for term

Access to Art Department facilities and library resources

About Wabash College https://www.wabash.edu/aboutwabash/

 Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, seeks faculty and staff who are committed to providing quality engagement with students, high levels of academic challenge and support, and meaningful experiences that prepare students for life and leadership among diverse populations around the globe.  Wabash is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from persons of all backgrounds.

 

Posted on Fri, April 28th, 2023
Expires on Wed, May 8th, 2024

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