Space Activation Artist in Residence Program
January 1st - June 30th 2023About the Residency:
Intersection for the Arts is launching a pilot Artist in Residence Program which aims to amplify the work of our members and activate our space at 1446 Market Street in San Francisco. Over a 6-month period (January 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023) a cohort of resident artists will receive access to professional development resources, creation and work space and a $1,000 stipend as they grow their arts / business practice together, under one roof. AIRs are encouraged to utilize the space in a way that engages the community, with a minimum of one public activation of the space. Applications will be open to all of Intersection’s members (both Fiscally Sponsored and Coworking Members) and submissions will be reviewed by a selection committee.
The AIR Program Includes:
- $1,000 stipend (paid at the start of the residency)
- One coworking dedicated desk (accessible 24/7)
- 50% discount on Professional Development Workshops
- One grant review (for Coworking Members)
- 100 hours of space rental
- 24 hour access to shared AIR Studio Space with storage
- 4 hours of Business of Art Coaching
- Promotion of space activation via Intersection’s social media channels
Timeline:
AIR period: January 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023
Application deadline: December 1, 2022
Artists notified of participation: December 19, 2022
For more information, please contact Operations Associate Sloane Larsen at sloane@theintersection.org
Frequently Asked Questions
How many resident artists will be included in the cohort?
This will be determined by the number of applications received and availability of space based on time and technical requirements of each arts activation proposal.
What is considered a public activation of the space?
Activation is inviting the public into the space to engage in, learn from or be an audience to your creative process or project. For example: Performance, public rehearsal, workshop, reading, community gathering…
What is the criteria on which applications are evaluated?
We are looking for resident artists who..
Have a vision for how they would like to utilize Intersection’s space and professional development resources.
Have a strong community focus and/or could grow this aspect during their residency.
Investment in growing their arts practice / business and sees this residency as an influential part of that development.
If selected, can my space activation proposal change?
Absolutely! While we do want to see that you have a vision for your activation of the space, we welcome the evolution of that initial idea.
Are public activations of the space included in the 100 hours of space rental?
Yes. Each artist in residence will receive 100 hours of space rental. This will include all uses of the space.
Who is on the selection committee?
The selection committee is made up of representatives of Intersection’s board and staff.
By the conclusion of the residency program, do I need to bring a project to completion?
Project completion is not a requirement of the AIR program. This is an opportunity to explore, expand and engage in your arts practice. However, at least one public activation of the space is required.
How do I reserve space rental during the residency?
Space rental reservations can be made by coordinating with Intersection’s Operations Associate, Sloane Larsen at sloane@theintersection.org.