Kirk Newman Art School Post-Baccalaureate Residency

The Kirk Newman Art School at The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts offers a post-baccalaureate residency for college graduates with a BA or BFA preparing for a career as a professional artist or entry into a Master's of Fine Arts program. The residency period runs from September 7 through May 28, 2022.

Residents must demonstrate a deep commitment to their chosen medium, be disciplined in working independently in an open studio environment, and have a desire to share information and engage with students at the Kirk Newman Art School. Residents are expected to fully participate within their department with organizational fundraisers and department duties. The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts does not offer housing or visa support for artists.

Applicants must submit a $25 application fee, current resume, narrative description of work or process (100-250 words), proposal and timeline (500 words or less) describing how they will use studio time and detailing medium, specialized knowledge, equipment, tools, software, and technical assistance needs. Applicants must also submit 10-20 digital images of current work in JPG format at 1920 pixels on the long side at 72 dpi, with a corresponding PDF file including description, title, date created, media, and size for each work. Two letters of recommendation from sources familiar with the applicant's work are required and can be emailed to [email protected] with subject line "Residency Reference Letter." In-person interviews are required for final candidates. Incomplete or partial applications will not be considered. Applications may be submitted by email, mail, or in person. Selection is merit-based and considers applicant expertise, quality of work samples, ability to work independently, and desire to share information with students. Awards will be announced July 26, 2021, with confirmation date August 9, 2021.