Self-Directed
Due to COVID-19, this residency has been cancelled.
We are now accepting applications for the 13th annual Self-Directed summer residency program in partnership with the Alberta University of the Arts (formerly the Alberta College of Art + Design).
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic and vital part of Calgary’s cultural scene; allowing participants access to affordable studio space, participate in critique sessions and end of residency exhibition.
We are seeking individuals who:
- Are interested in working within a co-operative studio setting.
- Will be actively involved in, and contribute to, our community.
- Seek access to affordable studio space and specialized equipment.
- Are interested in sharing their knowledge and skills through collaboration.
- Appreciate and practice the diversity of textile arts and craft.
- Embrace an environmental approach to studio production.
- Are ready to commit to studio fees (per below) for studio rental and access to equipment.
- Will contribute to the end of summer residency exhibition.
Residency Options:
Full-Time Residency: Saturday, May 23 – Sunday, August 23, 2020
Fee: $495* + $25 insurance fee
Part-Time (May start) Residency: Saturday, May 23 – Sunday, June 28, 2020
Fee: $315* + $15 insurance fee
Part-Time (July start) Residency: Saturday, July 11 – Sunday, August 16, 2020
Fee: $315* + $15 insurance fee
*Contextural members are eligible for a 10% discount.
Visit contextural.ca/residency for full application guidelines. Applicants should send a complete application by email to residency@contextural.ca with the subject 2020 Summer Residency Application – NAME.
The application deadline is Sunday, April 12, 2020, at midnight.
Again this year, Contextural will be offering the Contextural Summer Residency Scholarship to individuals or members applying for the full-time residency. The scholarship includes studio fees for the full-time summer residency ($495 value). Current Contextural members that would like to be considered for the Contextural Residency Scholarship, must submit a complete application.
For questions regarding the Contextural Summer Residency, please direct them to residency@contextural.ca.
