Jerome Ruby's studio

OPEN CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR STUDIOS FROM JULY 2009 TO JUNE 2012
DEADLINE: 28 February, 2009

In a building adjacent to the exhibition spaces, the DARLING FOUNDRY opened 15 studios in 2006, including several live-in spaces. Located on a three-floor former warehouse that has been renovated while preserving the original wood and brickwork, the studios are harmonious, bright and inspiring.  Ten of these studios are reserved exclusively for the professional development of visual artists.  

A technician-supervised workshop offers a variety of production and finishing possibilities, wood and metal working equipment. Tools and materiel are also made available to the artists. Other shared amenities include a kitchen, dining area, bathroom, showers and a terrace. The studios are rented out at a modest price for three-year terms.

Mindful of developing the professional potential of artists and demonstrating current artistic practices to the public, the Darling Foundry regularly organises visits from professionals within the industry, educational activities and various public awareness initiatives.

Cost
$300/month + $30/month for use of the workshop.

Contribution
The donation of one work to the DARLING FOUNDRY and participation in their public events to help support its artistic mission.

Term
Three years, non-renewable, no subletting or sharing of studios

Space
Studios range in size from 50 to 80m² plus common rooms: kitchen, dining area, bathroom, shower, washer/dryer, terrace.

Selection of candidates
Candidates are evaluated by a committee that takes into account the quality of their work and the potential impact of a residency on the candidate’s career. Artists are selected based upon their suitability for an exhibition at the DARLING FOUNDRY. Considerations for selection also include equitable representation in terms of artistic media, region of origin, and gender.  

Applications should include:

• Application form (in PDF or Word format)
• a letter of intention describing current goals and projects
• a curriculum vitae
• digital images of past and recent works (maximum 30)
• texts, documents, catalogues, press reviews, as well as any other pertinent information

Applications must be mailed to:

CAROLINE ANDRIEUX, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
FONDERIE DARLING, VISUAL ARTS CENTRE
745 OTTAWA STREET, MONTREAL, QC  H3C 1R8 CANADA