Deadline Ongoing
Self directed artist residencies in sculpture, textiles, woodworking.
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Small Pond Arts was founded in 2010 by artists Krista Dalby and Milé Murtanovski.
Organisation founded in
2010
Brief description of residency program
Small Pond Arts hosts self-directed artist residencies on our beautiful 87-acre farm in Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada. Artists can focus on their own artistic projects or participate in collaborative artistic pursuits.
Located just 5 minutes from the town of Picton but completely surrounded by nature, visitors to Small Pond will find that it is a place where creativity is valued and nurtured, where artists of all disciplines can unwind and concentrate on their craft, free from the pressures of daily life.
We warmly welcome puppeteers, poets, painters, sculptors, musicians, film-makers, writers, photographers, performers and creative people of all stripes who are interested in an imaginative retreat to create new work.
Our 1860s heritage home has four guest bedrooms, and our farm has plenty of room for camping. We have two studio spaces, The Art Barn and The Workshop, both of which can be used from May through September. We eat our meals together, encourage the exchange of ideas, and value living simply and sustainably.
PRICES: For a complete list of prices, please visit our website: www.smallpondarts.ca/residencies.htm
All prices are in Canadian dollars and include 3 meals per day, mostly vegetarian, and much of our food is grown in our garden.
Residency length: Up to one month. Residents are expected to contribute one hour of chores per day. This could include cooking, cleaning, gardening or special projects, and are flexible based on residents´ preferences.
Wi-fi is available.
For everyone´s comfort, this is a pet-free and smoke-free home.
HOW TO APPLY: Write to us at [email protected]
– Tell us why you want to undertake a residency and what you hope to accomplish.
– Tell us a bit about yourself and your artwork; feel free to email photos or links.
– Please indicate whether you prefer indoor accommodation or camping.
– Provide us with the dates you´d like to stay; if possible, provide alternative dates.
– Give us your complete contact information, including address and phone numbers.
A 25% non-refundable deposit required upon booking, payable by cheque or money order. Remainder is due upon check-in by Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, cash, or cheque.
GROUP RENTAL
Group rentals are available throughout the year to arts groups. Need a place to write some new songs with your band? Workshop a play? Retreat with your creative staff or board of directors? For those who wish to avoid cooking or cleaning, we can provide private rentals with a variety of catering options. Please contact us and we´ll do our best to accommodate you.
Residency program since
2010
Disciplines and media
Visual Art
Sculpture
Theatre
Performing Arts
Textile Art
Music
Literature
Educational Programmes
Film Making
Puppetry, Community Arts
Type of organisation
Artist-Run
Residency conditions
Duration of residencies
1 week
Number of artists resident at one time
4
Companions allowed
Partners
Expenses paid by artist
Travel
Housing
Supplies
Expectations of the artist
Cleaning
Expenses paid by the organisation
Food
Application who/how
Digital Application
Selection procedure
By Curator
Presentation of artists’ work
Arranged on a case-by-case basis
Description of residency
Setting
Rural
Resources
Internet Connection
Library
Kitchen
Woodworking Tools
Dance / Performance Practice Space
Number of studios
2
Type and size of studios
Shared Studio
Accomodation
Private Room
Working language(s)
English
French
Macedonian
Other activities happening at the space
Workshops
Presentation
Films
Exhibitions
How to reach
By train
Via Rail (www.viarail.ca/en) serves over 450 destinations across Canada. Take the train to Belleville and catch a taxi (about $60), or depending on our availability, we may be able to pick you up for a small fee.
BY BUS:You can catch the Greyhound bus (www.greyhound.ca/HOME/Default.aspx) from pretty much anywhere in Canada. Take the bus to Belleville and catch a taxi (about $60), or depending on our availability, we may be able to pick you up for a small fee.
Nearest airport
Toronto
