Residency

Critic in Residence

Art Omi

1405 County Route 22
Ghent, NY 12075

Deadline

Jul 15, 2022

Posted

Jul 09, 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE— July 15, 2022 (11:59 PM EST)
RESIDENCY DATES—June 23 - July 17, 2023
NOTIFICATION—August 15, 2022
Art Omi: Artists invites artists, critics, and curators from around the world - representing a wide diversity of artistic styles and practices - to gather in rural New York to experiment, collaborate, and share ideas. Concentrated time for creative work is balanced with the stimulation of cultural exchange and critical appraisal. Art Omi: Artists Residency nurtures deep creative and professional connections in a vibrant social setting.
Each session, two dozen international artists are invited to the program, along with two critics/curators who participate as Critic-Emeritus and Critic-in-Residence. These two individuals play a pivotal role in the residency as they facilitate discussions, help connect the artists with art world professionals through the Visitors Program, and conduct individual studio visits with the 23 artists in residence throughout the duration of the residency session.
The Critic/Curator-in-Residence opportunity is open to critics, curators and art writers, who have been professionally active for the past 5 years, as demonstrated in their resumes and through their website, blogs or published articles and reviews, and who enjoy being immersed in an artists community.
Art Omi offers the Critic/Curator-in-Residence a travel grant and a $1,500 honorarium. Critics/Curators are provided with meals and a large private bedroom with a comfortable work space in shared living quarters.
Both Critics/Curators-in-Residence help to host the artists and visitors, and are asked to contribute to an overall sense of community for the 3 ½ week program. Through the facilitation provided by the Critic/Curator-in-Residence, Artists-in-Residence gain valuable insight into their own work and the field at large.
Critics/Curators-in-Residence have an unmatched opportunity to meet and interact with highly talented artists from around the world, and to network with other arts professionals through the Visitors Program.

Requirements

  • Applicants currently enrolled in either a BFA or MFA are not eligible to apply. However, PhD students or professionals with at least 5 years of professional experience, currently enrolled in a master degree other than in the arts are eligible.
  • Art Omi accepts applications from self-taught professionals. Having received a degree or certification, or having formally studied art or art history are not requirements for the Art Omi: Artists Critic/Curator in residence.
  • Applications must be submitted in the English language. Please make sure all application materials including your resume/CV, and your biography are in English.
  • Applications are for individuals only. Curatorial teams are not eligible to apply for the Critic/Curator in Residency.
  • Art Omi Alumni are eligible for a return residency.
  • Please submit the following:
  • Resume
  • Short biography in narrative form
  • Three samples of your writing
  • Up to 5 images of curatorial work
  • Full contact information for 2 other professionals familiar with your work Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we ask that you be certain that your application is complete and in adherence with all guidelines. Incomplete applications will not be processed, and unfortunately we are unable to notify applicants about the status of their application until after the selection has been made. Good luck with your application!