artist in residence

This new initiative marks a significant milestone in Sweetwater’s ongoing commitment to supporting artists in our region, creating opportunities for growth, exploration, and connection through community-based studio practice. The residency would not be possible without the support of the Singer Family Creative Endowed Fund, whose involvement has been instrumental in the development of this program, as well as the highly anticipated Sweetwater Artist Member Initiative (SAMI), which will further enrich the ecosystem of artists we serve.

Designed to provide space, time, and support for artistic development, the Sweetwater Artist in Residency Program will welcome local and regional emerging artists into our ceramic studio for a three-month tenure. Residents will have access to our fully equipped ceramics facilities, and are encouraged to pursue self-directed projects while engaging with the community arts environment that defines Sweetwater. The residency is open to artists looking to refine their craft, expand their body of work, and contribute meaningfully to a shared creative space.

Artists selected for this opportunity will join a vibrant, multidisciplinary arts center where collaboration, mentorship, and experimentation are celebrated. We look forward to welcoming the first resident to become part of this exciting new chapter at Sweetwater!

ARTIST RESPONSIBILITIES

• Dedicate a minimum of 8 hours a week toward making at Sweetwater

• Dedicate 2-3 hours a week assisting Sweetwater’s Ceramic Studio Technician

• Instruct one, 3-hour specialty workshop geared towards community students the semester of residency

• Instruct one, 3-hour specialty workshop geared toward Sweetwater teaching artists the semester of residency

• Create works for a solo exhibition in the Oliver Family Lobby and Gallery, June 4-July 16

• Create a vibrant, dynamic environment through dialogue, exchanging of ideas and conversation

Winter/ Spring 2027 Session: Feb. 8 – May 14, 2027