INTERNATIONAL RESIDENCY PROGRAM

 
 
 
 
 
 

ABOUT

The New York Art Residency and Studios (NARS) Foundation Artist in Residency Program supports emerging and mid-career artists and curators working across all disciplines through three and six-month residencies. The program is open to both International and US-Based artists, creating a shared space for artistic dialogue and international cultural exchange for an extended period of time.

NARS offers 24/7 access to furnished, private or shared studio spaces (250 – 300 sq ft) in our diverse artist community in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. As a studio based residency, the focus is on the artistic process and the experimentation that results from working alongside other artists, within New York’s cultural and sociopolitical context.

Artists meet with 3-4 Studio Visitors each month, gaining invaluable feedback and expanding their network of artists and professionals in NY and internationally. Residents are provided with administrative, curatorial, and professional support to explore and expand the scope of their artistic practice through research, dialogue, and production of new projects. Presentation opportunities include a curated exhibition in the NARS gallery, bi-annual Open Studios, and the Entree/Encore program, through which artists can introduce and share research and work through artist talks, discussions, screenings, workshops, and performances.

Residency artists benefit from a community driven program and ongoing dialogue with fellow residency artists through weekly informal gatherings, inter-studio visits and activities, as well as field trips and meals together. Residents also have the advantage of working alongside emerging and established NYC based artists in our studio facilities, who retain space year round. The program and facilities are designed to form a community, foster the expansion & exchange of artistic and cultural practices, and provide artists with exposure to New York and its art scene.

Please note: The studio is a work space only – housing is NOT provided.

For additional information or questions, please contact applications@narsfoundation.org.

 
 

INTERNATIONAL ARTIST GUIDELINES

International Applicants may apply for three-month, six-month, or twelve-month residencies. Three month residencies are the length of one season, six-month residencies will span across two seasons, and twelve-month residences will span four seasons. For residencies longer than six months, please contact us prior to submitting an application. 

We’re pleased to announce that starting in 2024, Internationally based artists are welcome to apply during our bi-annual Open Calls, or at any time during the year using our rolling application. These applications will be reviewed quarterly and results will be sent within the next quarter. Internationally based artists are eligible to apply via the rolling application OR during the bi-annual Open Calls.

The schedule is as follows:

If you apply in January, February, or March, you’ll receive results in April / May.

If you apply in April, May, or June, you’ll receive results in July / August.

If you apply in July, August, or September, you’ll receive results in October / November.

If you apply in October, November, or December, you’ll receive results in January / February.

If you are an international artist residing in the US for three years or more, you are eligible to apply as a US Based applicant. Please email applications@narsfoundation.org with any questions.

PROGRAM FEES FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS:

In 2024, the fee for a three month residency will be $8,293, six months is $15,756, and twelve months is $29,936.

In 2025, the fee for a three month residency will be $9,122, six months is $17,332, and twelve months is $32,930.

The studio is a work space only – housing is NOT provided. Artists who need additional funding and support for program fee, travel, materials, visa, and accommodations should apply to other funding sources. If selected to be part of the program, the international applicant has the option to defer the start of their residency once in a two year period. Please note that only U.S.-based artists are eligible for the Partial & Full Residency Fellowships at this time. The applicant needs to consider accommodation, living, travel and health insurance costs for the duration of their stay in New York. 

A list of organizations that have funded international residencies can be found here.

INFORMATION REGARDS VISAS & TRAVEL DOCUMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS:

NARS Foundation is not able to provide specific advice or assistance with securing Visas or travel documents for the International Residency Program.  It is the responsibility of the artist to ensure they have all necessary documents and requirements for entering the US in order to attend the Residency. General information on how to get started with the Visa process may be found below. Any further inquiries should be directed to the US State Department Consulate or relevant legal advisor.

NARS Foundation recommends all selected foreign applicants make contact with the United States Consulate or Embassy in their home country to prepare a Visa to enter the US. B1/B2 visa is generally issued to enter the United States for business/tourist purposes which allows one to attend the residency programs. Applicants may check their Visa Appointment Wait Time with the link above. 

Upon request, NARS Foundation will provide a letter in support of the visa application to incoming participants.

The International Residency Program is conducted in the English language. Applicants should be proficient in English to participate and benefit from the program.

US ARTIST GUIDELINES

NARS currently offers three-month Full Fellowships and Partial Fellowship residencies to U.S. based applicants. The number of awards and the amount may vary depending on sponsorship available at the time of application. Only US-based applicants are eligible for fellowships at this time. Please note that once accepted to the program, US Based artists are not able to defer their residency period.

The studio is a work space only. Artists who need additional funding and support for partial fellowships, travel, materials and accommodations should apply to other sources. Email info@narsfoundation for more information or call 718-768-2765.

Starting in 2023, Full Fellowships and Partial Fellowships will be awarded.

PARTIAL FELLOWSHIPS for US based APPLICANTS: NARS subsidizes the cost of the three-month residency for all US-based applicants through Partial Fellowships.

For 2024 partial fellowships ($5,708) subsidize the cost of the three-month residency ($8,293), meaning US based applicants in 2024 will be responsible for a program fee of $2,585 which can be paid in full or in monthly installments.

For 2025 partial fellowships ($6,278) subsidize the cost of the three-month residency ($9,122), meaning US based applicants in 2025 will be responsible for a program fee of $2,844 which can be paid in full or in monthly installments.

FULL FELLOWSHIPS for US Based APPLICANTS:

Beginning in 2023 one US based applicant per residency season will be awarded a Full Fellowship, which covers all program fees for the season. Artists must fill out the relevant section on their application to be considered for the Full Fellowship. A jury consisting of NARS staff and select art professionals will review applications on the merit of artistic quality and level of need; studio practice; and the potential professional development and benefit from engaging with the NARS community. Only US based artists are eligible.

HOW TO APPLY

Artists in residence are selected quarterly through our application portal. Internationally based artists may apply for the International Residency at any time during the year through our rolling application, in addition to Open Call periods. US based artists must apply through the Open Call if they wish to be considered for the program, and are not eligible to apply via the rolling application.

APPLICATION MATERIALS FOR APPLICANTS:

  • NAME OF APPLICANT & CONTACT INFORMATION

  • MOST CURRENT C.V.

  • RESIDENCY PROPOSAL/GOALS & ARTIST STATEMENT (300 - 400 words)

  • WORK SAMPLE (up to 10 work samples, JPEG format no larger than 1000 pixels on any side @ 72 dpi, video links no longer than 2 minutes)

  • WORK SAMPLE DESCRIPTION

Open Call for the NARS International Residency Program is now open to both U.S. based and Internationally based artists from September 3 through 23. Click here for more information.

Please contact us at info@narsfoundation.org for more information or call us at 718-768-2765.

The International Residency programs are made possible, in part, by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and, in part, supported by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership
with the City Council.


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