Friday, March 1, 2013

Residency Program: The Luminary Center for the Arts, St. Louis, MO


The Luminary’s Residency Program supports exceptional emerging artists and curators by providing dedicated time and a supportive working environment including well-equipped private studios with 24 hour access and wireless internet, additional shared workspace, and access to AV equipment and woodshop. Starting July 2013, The Luminary will also offer onsite housing and award a number of stipends.
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In addition to visual artists, The Luminary now accepts applications from emerging curators interested in engaging the world of contemporary art and criticism. The Luminary Residency Program for curators supports the research, development and production of experimental projects that engage (but are not limited to) alternative spaces and models, archives, publications and writing, collaborations, artist-led projects and socially engaged practices.
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The Luminary offers residencies year-round from one week up to three months.
Applications are next due June 30th, 2013 for residencies starting January 2014 and after.
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To apply, please download the following electronic application and email the form back with all supporting materials to residency@theluminaryarts.com.
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Please note there is a non-refundable $25 application fee.
Please submit your application fee via Paypal to residency@theluminaryarts.com
or mail to:
The Luminary Center for the Arts
4900 Reber Place
St. Louis, MO 63139 ase_
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FAQs
What expectations does The Luminary have of their artists and curators in residence?

The Luminary Residency Program participants are expected to use the time and space awarded to them and be an engaged member of The Luminary community. Opportunities for public engagement are available and a small number, such as Open Studios and lectures, may be requested. Residents are also asked to donate work in proportion to the financial support received during their residency.
 
Does The Luminary offer stipends, housing or grants for travel to and from the residency?
The Luminary has an evolving but finite amount of support we can offer to residents each session. International applicants and those with significant need should apply early for their intended residency to allow ample time to arrange and assist with support. The Luminary Center for the Arts has launched a capital campaign to raise funds to purchase and renovate a 13,000 sq/ft complex to serve as its new home. Please note that due to this impending move we will be unable to offer residency housing until 2013 when new housing will be available on-site.
 
Does The Luminary accept applications from collaborative teams?
Yes, The Luminary does accept applications from collaborative teams. Applying collaborative teams are asked to submit individual resumes or CV.
 
Are students allowed to participate in the residency program?
Current students may not participate in the residency program but may apply for residencies that begin after their schooling is complete.
 
What is the community of St. Louis like?
St. Louis has an active arts community with many galleries, DIY spaces and free museums. The Luminary is located in an active urban environment with access to public transit, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and public parks. The Luminary’s Residency Program always includes local artists and there are many options to get involved in the greater arts community. For a more in-depth view of the St. Louis art community please see Temporary Art Review’s St. Louis page: http://temporaryartreview.com/saintlouis
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See: Current and Former Residents
Contact us at residency@theluminaryarts.com for more information.
The Residency Program is supported in part by The Trio Foundation of St. Louis.