Community
Studio Residency
Artist residencies offer great
opportunities for emerging artists
A residency program is an exciting option for artists who have an interest in community engagement, developing teaching skills, and sharing their work with a diverse group of art enthusiasts. Residents become active participants in their host communities, engaging town residents in the visual arts through exhibitions, receptions and guest lectures. Taking part in a residency program is a great way to launch an artistic career.
Currently, NSCAD offers residencies in the following three locations in Nova Scotia:
– Dartmouth
– New Glasgow
– Sydney
We are always available to discuss partnerships with Nova Scotia communities to provide more residency opportunities for our graduates. Contact
Erinn Langille at elangille@nscad.ca if you are interested in becoming a partner or to learn more about the Community Studio Residency Program.
CONTACT
Erinn Langille
ELANGILLE@NSCAD.CA
Locations
Dartmouth
The Dartmouth residency offers easy access to local schools and NSCAD campuses. The residency is at the MacPhee Centre for Creative Learning, located at 50 Queen Street.
Facilities
– Secure, 24-hour access
– Storage space available
– Public space on ground floor for displays of work
– Naturally lit third floor loft
Partners
– The MacPhee Centre for Creative Learning
Artists
2020: Nick Nylen (BFA 2020), and Natasha Verbeke (BFA 2020).
Sydney
The largest community on Cape Breton Island, Sydney is home to many craftspeople and artisans specializing in historical art practice. The Sydney program partners with the Cape Breton Centre for Craft in concert with NSCAD’s Masters in Art Education and the Creative Entrepreneurship Lab.
Facilities
– Fully equipped studio space and access to the Centre’s facilities
– Featured profile and media focus as artist-in-residence
Partners
– The Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design
New Glasgow
New Glasgow is a small community with a range of arts opportunities. The residency studio is located adjacent to the Regional Library at 142 Dalhousie Street.
Facilities
– Bartlett kiln
– Studio space, with natural lighting, for three artists
– Ample storage
– Access to library equipment
– Downtown location
Partners
– Town of New Glasgow
Artists
2020: Merryn Tresidder (MFA 2020)