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Artist Residency Program
Main Street Hapeville is thrilled to announce our NEW Artist Residency Program!
Session 1: May 19-July 11, Session 2: August 4-October 4
Program Details:
The Main Street Artist Residency Program offers a unique opportunity for artists to immerse themselves in a creative community. This residency provides free studio space in a vibrant downtown setting, where artists can work on their projects, engage with the public, and connect with other creatives. This residency is ideal for artists who are outgoing and enjoy engaging with the community.
This is an opportunity for artists to work on a specific body of work to exhibit at the end of the residency. We ask that applicants provide a proposal of what they will be working towards throughout their residency. Following the residency, there will be a week-long exhibition where the artist can display their work and open the gallery for friends, family, and the public. The artist will also participate in an Artist Talk in conjunction with the downtown Gallery Crawl. The Artist Talk will be an opportunity to share their work, process, inspirations, and more with attendees.
Required:
- Artist Exhibition for the body of work completed by the conclusion of the residency. Artist will have gallery open for at least 10 hours during that week.
- Artist Talk event at the conclusion of the residency in conjunction with downtown Gallery Crawl.
- Session 1 - July 19
- Session 2- October 11
- Open studio once a month with the support of Hapeville Main Street - preferably during a City of Hapeville event
- 18+ years old to participate
Artist Benefits: 
- -$700 stipend payment & free studio space
- -Promotion & exposure
- The Art Container Studios are located in the heart of Downtown Hapeville where residents and visitors regularly explore. Numerous events are offered in the park and Arts Alley that draw in significant crowds. Hapeville Main Street and the City of Hapeville will promote the artists through social media channels, website, newsletter, and more!
- -Portfolio building & Professional development
- Add a unique residency experience to your artist portfolio, demonstrating a commitment to community engagement and enhancing your professional background for future opportunities. There will also be an opportunity to network with fellow artists in the community.
*Please note that there are no restroom facilities in the building, but resident will have access to bathrooms within neighboring City buildings (Hapeville Depot Museum, Carriage House, City Hall, etc.).
The Studio Spaces:
The studio spaces are renovated shipping containers with AC and Wi-Fi. The building will be secure with keyless entry and a security system. We will provide a couple of tables, chairs, and a storage shelf. Artists are welcome to make the space their own! Bring and store any supplies needed throughout the residency.