Art Farm artist residency and application information

Art Farm’s artist residency program for professionals, emerging or established, in all areas of the arts and offering accommodations and studio space to pursue their art in exchange for a contribution of labor of 12 hours per week to help renovate and maintain Art Farm’s buildings and grounds as well as other projects, suited to skills and temperament.

All who apply need to be self-motivated and resourceful and appreciate a quiet working environment. Art Farm’s location is semi-isolated and rural and because of this condition, co-operation and an ability to share tasks is helpful.

Art Farm's artist residencies are available between 1 June and 1 November, with accommodations available for up to nine residents at one time. When applying, consider that it might take a little time to adjust to the environment, particularly if you are new to Nebraska; and if you are planning a large outdoor project, the weather might not always be your cooperative companion.

Applications for 2012 open in November, 2011.

The following is a general guideline of what is offered and what is requested in return. If any questions remain or you wish to clarify a specific item send an email to af@artfarmnebraska.org.

		residents' responsibilities
		Art Farm offers
		Accommodations. . . Residents have free accommodations choices in three buildings. One is a furnished, 100+ year old two-story farmhouse with three bedrooms, an additional house named, Victoria, is still under renovation, accommodates up to three people, depending on the renovation project underway. The third accommodations center is on the second floor the main barn complex (also under renovation), with a furnished communal space. In each building, residents have private bedrooms while sharing a bathroom, sitting room, and kitchen. All kitchens are fully equipped and each location has laundry facilities. Linens, sheets, blankets, and towels are also provided There is wireless Internet access in the barn complex and Victoria.
		Studios...Studio space in one of 5 (4 are approximately 400-500 sq. ft. and one is 750 sq. ft.) barn studios. Other non-refurbished building spaces around the farm are accessible as installation/performance spaces. Up to 20 acres of land are available for artists who wish to work on temporary or permanent outdoor sculptural, environmental, or installation projects. Click here for studio detail information
		Equipment...Access to machinery and equipment including metalworking, woodworking, earthmoving, and ceramic.
		Materials...An assortment of metal scrap, timber/logs, clay on site and an abundance of organic material from the prairie is available. Tractors, loaders, wagons, etc. are available for moving and lifting heavy materials and work.
		Technical expertise..The director has a broad range of technical skills and can offer advice in the following areas: woodworking, metalworking, ceramics and many computer applications as well as advice and planning in the siting and construction of outdoor projects. Some physical help may be available on a per need basis but artists should plan projects that are generally within their physical and technical capabilities.
		*Art Harvest*... Art Farm’s annual Art Harvest invites the public to visit Art Farm to meet the artists and see their artworks. This is an opportunity for artists to exhibit work made during their residency, show work-in-progress, stage performances, or create a special project.
		Contribution. . .12 hours weekly assistance to Art Farm. Usually this time is weekday mornings, based on weather conditions and the project, but as you become familiar with the general organization and schedule of Art Farm, you may choose working times better suited to your personal dynamic. Projects include general construction, deconstruction and carpentry, grounds maintenance, fund raising projects and office work. If you wish to learn construction skills, this could be your chance to pick up a little knowledge about house renovation, studio improvements, building dismantling and material reuse.
		Living and transport expenses... There is no need to bring your whole house, but you will need to have enough money to cover your daily living expenses and to cover your transportation cost for shopping. Usually there are enough cars for ride sharing and sharing the cost of fuel. An organic vegetable garden is available for everyone without charge.
		Insurance. . .We suggest that you take out a personal accident insurance policy to cover you while at Art Farm.
		Artwork... One piece of art work, chosen jointly by the director and the artist, donated to Art Farm for its permanent collection.