Artist in Residence
In November 2026 we will be opening the Nearside Artist in Residence program.
The purpose of the residency is to provide a space for artistic creation and material exploration for blacksmiths and metal artists.
Applicants will be selected by the Nearside Arts Committee and acceptance will be based on the scope of work proposed, and determining factors of how it fits within the mandate, values and workflow of our studio and organization.
Each Artist in Residence is requested to participate in a public artist talk and presentation of their work, process and explorations done during their time working at the Nearside Studio.
The cost to Artists is $2000 per month, and must be paid in full before the first of the month in which the Artist will be in the Studio.
Applications Open: Sept 1st 2026
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
The duration of the Nearside Arts Artist Residency is one month long at minimum, longer proposals will be subject to consideration of the selection committee.
The program offers 4 days per week of full studio access to work in the shop alongside our members, teaching faculty and regular class schedules.
Full access to attend all of the workshops, events and classes throughout the duration of the residence at no additional cost above the residence fee (Course specific material fees may be applied).
Please reach out if you have any questions, with Artist in Residence in the subject line: info@nearsidearts.org
Application process
Send an Email to info@nearsidearts.org with the subject Artist in Residence Application and attach the following in .pdf or linked (ie: a shared google drive folder with all relevant documents) formats:
Details of the project/ideas you wish to pursue during the residency (please limit to 2 pages or less)
Proposed project timeline and residency dates.
Portfolio - up to 10 images of work (include clearly labeled : titles, material, description, dimension, year produced.)
Artist CV and Bio
NOTE:
Materials and personal consumables (gloves, grinding disks, PPE etc.) are not included in the residence fee.
Artists are responsible for their own lodgings, meals and transportation during the residency.