Fall Residency

November

Watershed’s fall residency provides artists unrestricted time to focus and explore in the studio. Artists have full access to Watershed’s state-of-the-art Windgate Studio, Commons kitchen and lounge, and comfortable on-campus housing. This is an independent residency designed to provide artists with time and space to expand their practice or explore new techniques amongst a small community of around six artists.

Residency Details

Studios

Built in 2021, the 7,500 square-foot Windgate Studio offers artists a state-of-the-art, open concept space to work and connect with other makers. The studio provides ideal conditions for interaction and self-directed exploration at a variety of scales. During a residency, artists receive dedicated studio space that includes a canvas-covered table in the large open-concept workspace. Electric and kick wheels, as well as a variety of standard ceramic equipment — including slab-rollers, mixers, wheels, and an extruder — are available for resident artist use.

Amenities

Single room with two twin beds in shared suite-style cabin
24-hour Studio access
Use of Commons kitchen / dining / living room (excluding during event rentals with advance notice)
Use of Studio kitchenette
Use of Commons and Studio laundry facilities (fee-based)
Kiln use (fee-based)
Material use (fee-based)
Dedicated space in an open studio environment
Linens $25 / month rental (if needed)

Structure

Artists accepted to the program will commit to one or more months in residence. Residents may choose between a studio rental arrangement, which provides access to the studio building only; or be in-residence, living on campus, using the new Commons building with full kitchen access and studio. Studio, administrative and program staff are on campus throughout the week and available for support as needed, however, Winter residents are expected to be able to work in the studio independently. There is no instruction or meals provided during the winter season.

Fees

Application Fee

$25

Residency Fee

$1,000

Housing Fee

$650

Kiln and Material Fees

Residents pay a-la-carte fees for use of Watershed’s stock clay materials and kiln firing fees. Fees are due at the end of each month.

Residency Fee

Upon your confirmation to join the residency, a $200 nonrefundable deposit is required to secure your spot. 50% of the balance will be due August 15 and the remaining 50% will be due September 15.