Residences and Internships

Resident Artist Program

DESCRIPTION:
The 10-month Residency Program is designed to foster the artistic development of emerging or established artists by providing them with studio space, time, and materials in the heart of the artworld.  The residency culminates with a Solo Exhibition in our Gallery.

Our facilities include professional equipment and materials, including 2 gas kilns, 4 electric kilns, 2 large format slab rollers, 2 clay mixers, 3 clay extruders, 4 clay bodies, and an extensive inventory of glazes and chemicals.

•    A Solo Exhibition in the Jane Hartsook Gallery
•    Use of stock materials
•    Free Stocked clay (Porcelain for sale $18 per 25lbs)
•    $500 firing stipend
•    Private studio space (21’ x 7’)
•    Access to 2 Gas and 4 Electric kilns

ELIGIBILITY:
The Residency is open to all individuals, including enrolled Pottery students and individuals not presently associated with the Pottery.  Developing artists planning to pursue a BFA or MFA in ceramics or establish their own studio are encouraged to apply.  Applicants should demonstrate a serious commitment to their artwork, in addition to being self-motivated, people-oriented, and committed to the ideals of the Pottery’s community-based approach.  A working knowledge of the ceramic medium is required, including some experience with kiln firing.  Previous experience working in a ceramics studio is strongly preferred.

DURATION:
The Residency commences September 1 and ends July 1.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: (POSTMAKED MAY 1)
Mail the following on a CD to GREENWICH HOUSE POTTERY:
• Resume (Microsoft Word)
• 20 images labeled with name (jpg 4 x 6 inch 150dpi.)
• Corresponding slide list, with explanatory notes if necessary (Microsoft Word)
• Letter of Interest indicating what you plan to pursue during the residency. (Word)
• A list of 2 professional or academic references with emails.

SEND COMPLETED APPLICATIONS TO:
Greenwich House Pottery
Attn: Resident Artist Program
16 Jones Street
New York, NY 10014

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Contact Adam Welch at 212-242-4106 or awelch@greenwichhouse.org

 Download resident artist application information

Internship Program

DESCRIPTION:
The Internship Program offers high school, college and graduate students a short-term work experience in the Pottery’s studio or arts administration.  Through hands-on experience, interns are exposed to the day-to-day activities of a thriving community arts organization, while given the opportunity to explore their own work in a shared studio environment.  Summer Interns assist with a variety of special projects ranging in scope from studio-oriented tasks, including kiln firing and mixing clay, to facility repairs such as painting, to administrative projects.  In exchange, interns have access to a shared studio space, all stocked materials, and free firings.  Summer Interns work directly with the Studio Manager or administrative staff, depending upon the internship requested.

Our facilities include professional equipment and materials, including 2 gas kilns, 4 electric kilns, 2 large format slab rollers, 2 clay mixers, 3 clay extruders, 4 clay bodies, and an extensive inventory of glazes and chemicals.

ELIGIBILITY:
The Summer Intern Program is open to individuals over 18 who are enrolled in part-time or full-time academic study. Applicants should demonstrate motivation in their work, an ability to work well in a group environment, and a strong desire to expand their knowledge of the ceramic medium. Some studio experience is strongly preferred for those seeking internships in the studio.

DURATION:
Fall, Winter & Spring Internships duration and applications ongoing.
Summer Internships are 1 or 2 months (July & August) applications postmarked May 1.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: (SUMMER POSTMAKED MAY 1)
Mail the following on a CD to GREENWICH HOUSE POTTERY:
• Resume (Microsoft Word)
• 10 images labeled with name (jpg 4 x 6 inch 150dpi.)
• Corresponding slide list, with explanatory notes if necessary (Microsoft Word)
• A letter of interest indicating the purpose for which the internship is requested. Tell about your background and your artistic ambitions. What do you hope to gain from an internship at Greenwich House Pottery? (Word)
• A list of 2 professional or academic references with emails.

SEND COMPLETED APPLICATIONS TO:
Greenwich House Pottery
Attn: Internship Program
16 Jones Street
New York, NY 10014

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Contact Adam Welch at 212-242-4106 or awelch@greenwichhouse.org

 Download internship program application information