residency

The Hale Master of Fine Art Residency , hosted by the Artists Association of Nantucket, funds artists who either have recently graduated (within 5 years) from or are currently enrolled in an MFA graduate program. This is a month-long residency is designed for an artist whose work explores aesthetic beauty. The Hale MFA Residency provides space and time for artists to focus solely on their work. There is no expectation to teach, exhibit, or present work. Hale Residencies take place only during the months of January, February, and March. There is no expectation for the resident to teach, but we do encourage exhibition and other community engagement. Application Requirements: 1. Current CV/Resume highlights (maximum 3 pages) 2. Artist Statement (200 words or less) 3.

"Heterotopia" invites artists to explore a former hospital in New York, a site that embodies Michel Foucault's concept of heterotopia—spaces where history, memory, and transformation coexist. Once a place of isolation and healing, this abandoned site now stands as a surreal and forgotten landscape. Its blend of decay and resilience offers a powerful environment for artists to explore the layered experiences of space, time, and identity, making it an ideal setting for creative reinterpretation.

A Space will provide transportation to the abandoned place and necessary equipment, including flashlights, gloves, first aid kits, and masks. The program includes a five-day residency at A Space gallery (24-hour access), followed by an exhibition (October 31 – November 10, 2024).