Navasota Artist in Residency Fall 2020

The Artists in Residence will have an opportunity to live and work in the historic Horlock Home in Navasota, Texas, which includes living and studio space for each of the three participating artists as well as a retail gallery space. The term of each residency is approximately six months, running from September 7, 2020 to February 19, 2021. The City of Navasota will provide amenities including internet, cable, electricity, retail space, and live/work space free of charge to selected artists. Each artist will receive a one-time $600 stipend at the beginning of the residency to assist with groceries, fuel, and supply purchases.

Any artist is eligible to apply and may concentrate on the following areas: 2-D Mixed Media, 3-D Mixed Media, Drawing, Fiber arts, Literature, Music, Painting, Poetry, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Ceramics, or Digital Media. Applicants must be available to live in Navasota for the entire six-month term, be fluent in English, have reliable transportation, and be eligible to live in the United States for the entire term. Artists may not hold a full-time or part-time job during the residency program and must be able to pass a background check.

Selected artists are required to supply their own materials, equipment, food, and transportation. The residency housing provides basic items including a queen bed, dresser, and desk, with shared spaces including a full kitchen, laundry room with washer and dryer, a den with television, and two bathrooms. The residency does not furnish specialized equipment such as kilns, darkrooms, forges, or power tools. Artists must keep the Horlock Gallery open to the public Wednesday through Sunday and work shifts in the gallery each week. Any pieces sold through art fairs, gallery shows organized by The Arts Council, or at the Horlock House will be split 70/30, with 70% going to the artist and 30% to The Arts Council. Applications will be juried and finalists will be selected for a Skype interview, with final decisions made in late August 2020. Entry fee: $25.00. Submit 3-6 images of your work.