Eligibility

Required: Experience in at least two of the following areas: silkscreen, letterpress, printmaking, papermaking, book arts, or graphic design Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently as well as collaboratively Excellent communication skills Enthusiasm for working with many different people in a studio environment Preferred: Additional studio knowledge that may be useful: photography, darkroom operations, or ceramics. (Please note: while studio interns have access to the ceramics studio in their off-time, they do not work in that department.)

Number of Participants

We are looking for two people for this role.

Deadline

March 31, 2023 04:00 UTC

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

June 30, 2023 04:00 UTC

Duration

September 01, 2023 - March 31, 2024

Funding

• $600.00 stipend (monthly)

Facilities

Co-Working, Darkroom, Gallery, Installation Space, Large Format Printers, Library, Print Shop, Shared Studio

Housing

Private Room, Shared Bathroom

Public Programs

Community Engagement , Critique, Discussion, Exhibition, Self-Directed, Workshops

Disciplines

Activists, Book Arts, Design, Digital Media, Drawing, Fiber Arts, Illustration, Immersive Experiences, Installation, Interdiscplinary Arts, Multimedia, Photography, Printmaking, Public Art, Social Practice, Visual Arts

Program Description

Each term, WSW hosts a team of studio interns who work directly with the Studio Manager and Artistic Director. You’ll work on projects that may include printmaking, letterpress, papermaking, and book arts, in addition to assisting with the ongoing operations of the facility. Studio interns are crucial participants in WSW’s creative community. You’ll be asked to work hard and in return will be encouraged, supported, and challenged in your artistic lives. Responsibilities: Working with resident artists in the studio, as necessary, but especially for artist’s book production Assisting workshops and classes (Summer Art Institute for spring term, Art-in-Education for fall term) Maintaining studio functionality: servicing and troubleshooting equipment, performing organizational and cleaning projects, turning over resident housing, and potluck setup/breakdown Completing other studio design/print projects as necessary (i.e. posters for Art-in-Education or Chili Bowl, thank you cards, t-shirt