Call Detail
Artist-in-Residence 2020-2021
Entry Deadline: 4/3/20
Application Closed

Entry Fee (The Umbrella Arts Center): $35.00
Work Sample Requirements
Images | Minimum:Min. 3, Maximum:Max. 20
Total Samples | Minimum:Min. 3, Maximum:Max. 20
Call Type: Residencies
Eligibility: National
State: Massachusetts

Residency Award
For the duration of the residency, the selected artist is offered:
  • Free access to a recently renovated studio space of approximately 220 square feet with a large south facing window, beautiful hardwood floors and tall ceilings, and thermostat controlled heat and air conditioning.
  • Opportunity to be involved in the activities and culture of a multi-disciplinary art center, including access to an independent ceramics studio and makerspace.
  • The opportunity to exhibit in The Umbrella’s main gallery 

Residency Requirements
We are looking for artists interested in active engagement with our studio artist community, in Concord and beyond. As part of the residency program, an accepted Artist-in-Residence is expected to:
  • Make regular, active, and productive use of the studio space for the residency period of September 1, 2020 - August 15, 2021.
  • Present a body of work created during your residency for exhibition.
  • Present a minimum of two public programs of any format with the goal of engaging our community in your work.
  • Participate in The Umbrella’s Winter Market event Open Studios event April 4-5, 2021.
  • Make efforts to attend monthly Artist Meetings and other formal and informal artist events throughout the year.
  • Actively document and share your residency experience via social media, blog posts, videos, photographs, etc.
  • Maintain communication with Umbrella staff and participation in program evaluations.

All applications will be reviewed by a jury of The Umbrella’s staff and resident artists.  
The selected artist will be notified by May 1, 2020.

How To Apply
All applications must be submitted through Call for Entry (CaFE) by 11:59 PM Sunday March 1 2020

The application will require the following materials:
- Letter of interest in working at the Umbrella describing how the program will support your practice
- Artist Statement
- Artist Portfolio
- Artist resume or curriculum vitae with contact information
- High-resolution JPEGs of 10-20 pieces of work created within the past two years
- Image list with dimensions, medium, and date
- List of three references
- A $35 non-refundable application fee.

About the Umbrella
Our mission is to enrich lives and build a vibrant community through the arts. We inspire creativity, learning, and personal growth through arts education programs, performing and visual arts presentations, and community collaborations.

We provide:
  • Studio space for more than 50 artists
  • Classes and workshops for children and adults in four large teaching studios
  • Exhibition space in the Gallery
  • Community arts initiatives, including the Musketaquid Arts & Environment program
  • Performance space for all disciplines

Application Requirements

Eligibility Criteria