• Year-Long Ceramic Artist Residency opportunity

      In 1996 Mudflat began offering a one-year residency position to clay artists. This highly competitive program provides a private studio space at no cost with access to Mudflat’s facility, a monthly materials stipend, a monthly housing stipend, and opportunities to teach and sell work.

      Applications for the 2023-24 residency are due April 16, 2023. See below for additional information and application form.

      MUDFLAT YEAR-LONG ARTIST RESIDENCY INFORMATION:

      Residency dates:

      September 1 – August 31, annually

      Residency includes:

      • Private 90 square foot studio space
      • 24/7 access
      • A monthly stipend of $75, to be applied to clay materials and firing costs
      • A monthly stipend of up to $200 for housing assistance
      • Paid teaching opportunities in our educational programs
      • Opportunities for retail sales at our Open Studio events and at Mudflat Gallery
      • Solo exhibition and reception at Mudflat in July to showcase work created during the residency year

      Residency requirements:

      • This is a one year commitment: September 1 through August 31
      • Artists are expected to spend a minimum of 20 hours per week in their studio
      • Artists are required to work 5 hours per week for Mudflat, assisting with technical jobs
      • 2 public presentations during the residency. The first, in September, is a slide show of the artist’s work.
      • Applicants should have knowledge of a variety of clay techniques and some kiln firing experience, the ability to work independently, and enthusiasm and willingness to be part of an urban community clay center.

      Application Requirements:

      Now accepting applications!

      • Apply for the year-long Mudflat Artist Residency by using our online form HERE
      • 2 Letters of recommendation can be emailed to kate@mudflat.org or mailed to: Artist Residency Program, 81 Broadway, Somerville MA 02145
      • Applications are due by April 16, 2023.

      For more information, email us!

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