core fellowship program 2027

The Penland Core Fellowship Program is a one-year work-study fellowship for early career artists looking to expand technical skills and material fluency while working to support the day-to-day operations of a craft school. Artists of all backgrounds who want to advance their educational goals and explore their capacity to contribute to a thriving creative community are encouraged to apply. 

Our Goals for the Fellowship:

• To shape the future of contemporary craft by creating opportunity, connection, and immersive education for early career artists who bring a range of perspectives and goals to the school.

• To bring together a diverse group of artists with a range of experience, perspectives, strengths, and goals and provide access to craft education.

**Duration:
**One year, February to February

Specific expectations of all fellows:

• Work an average of 20-25 hours/week in various service positions

  • Work begins mid February and ends before Thanksgiving

  • No regular work obligation late November until February

• Act as an ambassador of the school 

• Give a slide lecture to our school community twice annually; fellows present as a group, each contributing a 5-7 minute slide talk

• Are responsible for all personal expenses and art materials including studio fees