This is an opportunity for two emerging artists of any medium to seek inspiration and dive deeper into their current projects, themes, and practice over a three month seasonal tenure.
The two Artists in Residence will benefit from their own furnished living and studio space right on site at the Factory on Willow in Manchester, NH.
The Factory on Willow mixed-use space was designed with creators, innovators and entrepreneurs in mind. You’ll see this shine through in the architectural features of the space, its plentiful resources, amenities, and unique community programming.
We’ll provide you with everything necessary to nurture you and your work. You’ll find endless inspiration in the beautiful state of New Hampshire and its largest city, Manchester—it’s full of culture, history, nature and community! Enjoy a collaborative and supportive environment.
We are proud to embody the spirit of collaboration and creativity by allowing emerging artists from all over the country to embrace Manchester as a starting point to their careers.
The applications are reviewed by an art committee whose efforts ensure that a broad range of artistic disciplines, styles, and national origins are represented. The selection process aims to integrate artists in a spirit of openness and curiosity about creativity in its diverse forms and contexts.
Apply now using their Online Form, or read more about the Artist in Residence at The Factory program.
Eligibility:
Photographers, painters, 3D artists, designers, animators and film makers. If you currently are a U.S. Citizen or hold a Permanent Resident status, or any other work visa already in place that is not expiring within 6 months, and 21 years of age, you may apply!
For the safety and security of our artists, their families, and our community, we cannot accept children in the residencies for artists at this time.
Benefits:
Individualized attention with two artists per session for a three month seasonal residency.
$350 travel stipend.
$200/week food & art supplies stipend.
Your live/work studio rent, utilities and access to all of The Factory’s amenities, including fitness center, green space, parking, and more (a $10,000 value fully covered by the program)
Access to all Factory amenities, including fitness center, green space, parking, and more.
Weekly meetups and activities with other residents and our on-site facilitator.
Regular open-studio events, artist talks, and teaching opportunities.
Expectations:
The program will culminate in a capstone celebration of your process, work and experience, with either a final public showing/ installation on-site at The Factory, or a public experiential art installation in downtown Manchester; one piece is required to be left behind as a part of The Factory’s AiR Collection.
Participation in a final exhibit, artist talks and studio visits.
There is an opportunity to collaborate with community partners like NH Dance Collective for your final exhibition.
You’ll also have opportunities to participate in in-person portfolio reviews, artist talks, and classes in partnership with our local museums and art college.
Locations:
Manchester (founded in 1751), also known to locals as the “Queen City,” is New Hampshire’s largest thriving urban center that has experienced a renaissance of urban development and population growth over the last decade. We find our visitors enthusiastically exploring our downtown drag filled with rich industrial history, and growing art scene that includes the MHT Art Walk, The Currier Museum of Art, Studio 550, and The Palace & Rex Theaters.
Time Periods:
The AIR program Runs Three Times a Year:
Session 1: March, April & May
Session 2: June, July & August
Session 3: September, October & November
Contact Information:
Address: 252 Willow St, Manchester, NH 03103
Email: leasing@orbitgroup.com
Phone: 603-263-3696
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