ART IN NATURE
1-MONTH ARTIST RESIDENCY
The Art in Nature jury will grant up to three 1-Month Artist Residencies in the Protea Studio at Taft Gardens to any visual artist, writer, designer, performance artist, or creative professional at any career stage. Recipients will be asked to work on-site and have a presence in the studio. However, this Studio is less visible than the Historic Art Studio. Therefore, it is most appropriate for artists who do not have a visual component to their work and would be suitable for writers, composers, curators, etc.
DETAILS
Eligibility: Artists and creative professionals in any discipline are welcome to apply.
Location: Protea Studio
Amenities: Day time garden access, patio, french doors, table, chair, heater, wifi.
Studio Days and Hours: DAY USE ONLY—Monday - Saturday, from sunrise to sunset.
Duration: One month slots between October 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025
Each residency starts on a Tuesday and ends on a Saturday.
Engagement: 1-Month residents are encouraged but not required to engage with visitors.
Exhibition or Presentation: Exhibition or performance opportunities are possible but NOT guaranteed for the 1-Month residencies. The annual Exhibition Openings and Fundraiser is a curated event. 1-Month artist residents will be considered on a case by case basis based on their projects and engagement level with the garden. If you want a guaranteed show opportunity, please consider applying for the 9-Month residency where you develop an exhibition over the course of your residency.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS
To be considered, applicants must have visited Taft Gardens in person within the last 3 years. We ask that you walk the Gardens, see the Studios, and read our Mission Statement before applying to any Art-in-Nature Residency. Applicants will be disqualified if they have not met this requirement.
Propose a project that is inspired by or utilizes some specific aspect of the Taft property (see FAQ for more details).
Create or use a Google account to fill out the application in Google Forms (you can list an additional email to receive your application results.)
Live within Ventura County or Santa Barbara County.
Be over the age of 21 by the start of the residency you are applying to.
Not be enrolled in an academic program during the residency season.
Provide your own transportation, equipment, materials, and funding (no housing or stipends are available).
Be a steward of the Gardens and respect each visitor's experience by maintaining a tranquil environment (no loud music or unscheduled gatherings).
Be willing to be photographed, filmed, and/or interviewed for the Taft Gardens website and archive.
Provide digital copies of your art, writing, music, or other work samples for the Taft Gardens website and archive.
Donate 20% of any work sold on the property of Taft Gardens during the Residency.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS AND DOCUMENTATION OF WORK
In the application you will be asked to include a link to your website, social media, and/or any specific projects that you would like us to review.
Please do NOT Include or Email: Images, videos, audio attachments, or letters of reference.
SCHEDULE
All Applications Due: July 15, 2024 at 11:59pm
1-Month Residency Slots Begin: October 1, 2024 (Dates will vary)
Art-in-Nature Fundraiser and Exhibition Opening: May 31, 2025
Residency Season Ends: June 30th, 2025
The application period has now closed. Our selection committee will carefully review each application and begin deliberations shortly. Due to the volume of submissions, we anticipate notifying all applicants of the final decision by August 15th, 2024.
For further questions about the Art in Nature Residency Program or application process email us at taftresidency@gmail.com.
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