Residency Information

Resident Artist Program

The Resident Artist Program offers a stimulating learning environment for advanced, self- directed students and recent graduates to experiment and explore their passion for clay. It is our intention to provide a supportive creative atmosphere for emerging artists to take their work to the next level. The program encourages artists to work as a synergistic community to accelerate their personal and professional development in the Ceramic Arts.

Qualifications

 The Resident Artist Program is a great opportunity for artists who are looking for time, space and resources to experiment with new techniques while creating a new body of work. Qualified candidates are capable of working independently, while still appreciating the benefits of group interaction. Artist qualifications are not just considered by quality of work and artistic merit. The program suits those who are self-directed, motivated, community oriented and have energetic willingness to work hard at routine studio maintenance as well as helping students and instructors.

Facilities

 Odyssey studio is a state-of-the-art, 5000-square-foot former warehouse in Asheville's Historic River Arts District. Our studio equipment includes:

MELLIE24

8 Large Electric Kilns
Geil Downdraft Gas Kiln
Salt & Soda Kiln
Raku Kiln
Pit Kiln
14+ Pottery Wheels
Slab Roller
2 Extruders
Large Glaze Lab with Spray Booth
Plaster Mold Making Equipment
Reference Library

Opportunities

 Resident Artists benefit from working within a diverse community of Ceramic Artists both at Odyssey and in the River Arts District. Residents also benefit from the following opportunities:

Personal Studio Work Space*
24 Hour Studio Access
Use of Studio Equipment & Kilns**
Discounts on Clay Purchases
Participate in/ Assist Classes & Workshops
Attend Visiting Artist Lectures
Teaching Opportunities
Group Critiques & Trips
Display Space & Sales Opportunities
Group Gallery Show
Access to Odyssey's Photo Room for taking professional photographs of new work
Individual page on Odyssey's website
Participate biannually in the  Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands &  The River Arts District Studio Stroll

*Residents are responsible for their own housing and living expenses.
 **Odyssey does not provide clay, wheels for private use or personal glaze materials. Firing fees apply for exclusive use of kilns.

Responsibilities

 In exchange for what Odyssey provides, Resident Artists are responsible for working a regular 8 hour shift one day per week. Additional hours may be necessary for workshops, special events and meetings. Residents act as representatives of Odyssey and are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and to execute responsibilities thoroughly and efficiently. Duties include assisting instructors and students, firing kilns, mixing glazes, and general studio maintenance.

Term of Residency

 The Resident Artist Program is an 18-month commitment. 24-month residencies are possible with annual evaluation on continuance.

Application Process

Applications are received on an ongoing basis.

The complete application package includes:

Resident Artist Application Form (Click Here to Download Application)
CD with 10 high quality digital images of recent work labeled with title, medium, size and date executed.
2 letters of recommendation from professional associates
Resume
Artist’s statement
A letter of intent stating your personal goals for the program

You will receive email notification when your application is received with information about our next available residency.

For more information please contact:

Odyssey Center For Ceramic Arts
828.285.0210
odyssey@highwaterclays.com