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The CAC focuses on emerging and early career contemporary artists and accepts applicants who offer quality in their art and encourages diversity of style, medium (2-D, 3-D, 4-D), and concept
Local, National, & International Artists
2011 Featured City: Buffalo, NY
(info here)
Our residency program features high-ceiling, adaptable studio space open 24 hours a day with some specialized facilities, weekly discussions and optional art outings, inclusion in annual exhibition, and free access to all CAC events. The living area is a shared space and includes lofted bedrooms, living room / library, dining room, and kitchen & bath.
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National and International Artists:
Residencies happen year round and can be as long as 6 months. The residencies are artist scheduled and begin on Sundays and end on Saturdays. There will be a weekly orientation at 10am Monday for an introduction to studios, staff and the city of Troy.
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Upstate Artists:
In 2011 we launch our Upstate Artists Residency award. Artists residing in any of the communities in Upstate New York will be eligible for a fuly funded residency with a $400-$750 stipend. One award will be given per month. Regular deadlines and application instructions apply. Please simply indicate 'Upstate Artist' in the award box of application.
This award is made possible, in part, by a grant from NYSCA
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Click here for Application and Costs
The residency includes use of all CAC studios and equipment. Specialized facilities will include*:
- video/sound lab
- woodshop
- tool room
- sewing/fabric area
- plein air painting and drawing huts
- and limited printmaking facilities
*Our specialized studios are being added throughout 2010/11. Please inquire as to their availability if you are interested in a specific medium.
Time spent at the CAC allows artists to revitalize their ideas, develop their work, meet peers and explore new options. During a summer residency, artists also have the opportunity to participate in other CAC programs, including residency exhibitions, studio and museum visits, workshops, demonstrations and artist's lectures.
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