Bryan Artist in Residence, 2023-24

The Bryan Artist in Residence program offers one selected artist the opportunity to live and work in a 1,140 square foot apartment located in Downtown Bryan, generously donated by BCS Modern. The residency term is approximately one year, from mid-August 2023 to mid-July 2024. Housing includes utilities (water, electricity, and internet) at no cost. The selected artist will receive a $3,000 stipend from The Arts Council, paid in full at the beginning of the residency, to assist with groceries, fuel, and supply purchases. Artists may also work part-time jobs during the residency, not to exceed 20 hours per week.

Artists are required to supply their own materials, equipment, food, transportation, and all other bills. The living space is unfurnished, and artists must bring necessary furniture and household items. The residency does not furnish specialized equipment such as kilns, darkrooms, forges, or power tools. Artists must have reliable transportation and be the sole occupant of the residency; no spouses, partners, long-term guests, or pets are allowed. All applicants must pass a background check and be fluent in English.

Selected artists must participate in the Downtown Bryan art community, including First Fridays (monthly), ArtStep (monthly), and the Downtown Street & Art Fair (April). Artists are required to make regular public appearances and participate in marketing opportunities including radio interviews, TV interviews, and newspaper articles. The Arts Council will provide PR opportunities and may offer paid teaching opportunities, though these are not guaranteed. Any artwork sold through Arts Council-organized events or from the workspace will be subject to a 70/30 commission split (70% to artist, 30% to The Arts Council), with 2.5% credit card fees deducted if applicable.

Eligible applicants must concentrate in one of the following areas: 2-D Mixed Media, 3-D Mixed Media, Ceramics, Digital Media, Drawing, Fiber arts, Literature, Music, Painting, Poetry, Photography, Printmaking, or Sculpture. Applicants must be available to live in Bryan for the entire one-year term and be eligible to live in the United States for the duration of the program. Entry fee is $25.00. Work samples should include 3-6 images, 0-3 audio files, and 0-3 video files (3-12 total samples). Final decisions will be made no later than mid/end of July.