Bronx River Art Center

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Professional artist studios in BRAC's recently renovated building are now available for up to two year residencies, on a year to year basis, for artists working in various visual art disciplines including: painting, photography, sculpture, video, installation and new media. Selected artists will have the opportunity to produce new work and make use of BRAC’s extensive resources in support of their creative practices.

BRAC’s non-living studios are accessible Monday to Friday, 10am to 10pm, and on weekends from 10am to 6pm. Each open-plan studio varies in size from 250 to 400 sq ft. and ranges in price from $425 -$650.As part of BRAC’s Artist Studio Program, residents have the opportunity to be considered for inclusion in BRAC's annual exhibitions schedule, connect with local and international curators, art critics, and other artists from BRAC’s creative network. Residents are required to contribute six hours a month in community service to support BRAC's programs and participate in BRAC's annual Open Studio Event.

Application Process
Application due date is January 15, 2025. All applicants will be notified by January 30. Artists will be selected on the strength of their portfolio of work, statement of intent and an expressed interest to work within the Bronx community. The program is seeking artists with a developed studio practice and who are not enrolled in a college or university degree-granting program by the date of occupancy.

Applications will be reviewed and selected by a diverse independent panel of artists, curators, and art professionals. BRAC does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, residency status, age or sexual orientation. Bronx artists are highly encouraged to apply.

Application Checklist
● Artist Statement of Intent (250 words maximum)
● Description of Need for Studio Space (250 words maximum)
● Proposal for Community Service (250 words maximum)
● Current CV or Resume
○ Please send your current resume or CV as a PDF file titled as:
"yourlastname_yourfirstname_Resume" or "yourlastname_yourfirstname_CV"

● Work Samples
○ Image Submissions:

■ Limit of five (5) images in either “ jpeg” or “png” format.
■ Maximum size: 1000 pixels in any direction, and no more than 1MB.
○ Video Submissions:
■ Video samples must include a link (URL) to a 3-minute video clip. (You
may submit a link to a video posted on any website, including YouTube,
Vimeo, etc.)
■ Make sure that there are no privacy settings prohibiting the viewing of the
video. If there is a password required for viewing, PLEASE include it in
your email.
■ If longer than three minutes, the panel will only watch the first 3 minutes
of the video submission.

○ Image Samples List
■ Please send a PDF file collecting images of your work as a PDF file titled
as: "yourfirstname_yourlastname_imagelist.pdf"
■ Include the title, date, dimensions, medium, and optional work description
for all images submitted.
■ For video submissions, please include the title, duration and description of
the sample provided.

Deadline: 

15/January/2025

How to Apply: 

What You Should Know Before Applying: 

● Time Period: Studio space is available to artists for one (1) year, with the option to re-apply for a 2nd year. 

● Schedule: Access to workspaces is available Monday through Fridays from 10am to 10pm; Weekends 10-6. The building will be closed on holidays, with artists emailed at least one week prior to those days. 

● Size and Cost: BRAC’s Artist Studios range from $450 -$800 for approximately 250 to 400 sq. ft. of working space. The rental fee is based on the size of the space, with options for a discounted rate in exchange for four (4) hours a month of community service to BRAC in the form of education, administration or outreach support. Rent will be due the first of each month with a 10-day grace period, after which late fees will apply. 

● Additional costs: All studio spaces require a refundable $400 deposit. 

● Studio Design: BRAC Artist Studios are based on an open communal plan with 9.5 ft. high ceilings. Each work space has an oversized window and is provided with a stand-up desk and storage locker for personal items (artists must provide their own locks). BRAC is equipped with an elevator (5.5’ x 6.5’ x 7’), shared restroom facilities and slop sinks. All studios have free access to the Internet via WiFi. Normal usage of heat, air conditioning, and electricity is included. All resident artists will have access to BRAC's green roof, backyard and pantry. 

● Artists can be granted supervised use of our event space, as well as equipment such as our Mac computer lab, ceramics studio, wood shop, laser cutter and 3D printers. 

● Prohibited Materials & Processes: Due to the open floor plan, work that involves high levels of noise, heavy machinery, toxic fumes, or fire risk are not permitted in the studios. All music or background audio must be played on personal headphones AT ALL TIMES. 

● Eligibility: You must be 18 years or older and not be enrolled in any school degree program. If accepted, international participants are responsible for their own visa, travel, living, housing expenses and arrangements for the full duration of the residency. BRAC does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, residency status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 

● Work Samples: Portfolio must reflect recent work you are proposing to do while in residence. 

● BRAC Artist Studios are not live-work or storage spaces. Studio spaces are not transferable to other artists. All artists must submit an application. Any violations of these guidelines will cause immediate cancellation of the rental agreement. 

● BRAC is a community: We ask that our ASP artists support BRAC by engaging with us on social media and sharing with their contact list, and being involved with our general activities and events such as: exhibition openings, performances and special programs. In particular, we expect studio artists to play an important role in our "out-of-school-time” art classes." For example, our Teen Project Studio + 2.0 program, which provides teens and young adults up to ages 26 with training and access to professionals in the creative and design fields.

Location: 
1087 E. Tremont Ave., Bronx, NY 10460
Deadline: 
15/January/2025

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