Adamah Art Studios Artist-In-Residence Program – 2025/26

Adamah Art Studios is excited to offer a self-directed Artist-in-Residence opportunity for emerging ceramic artists seeking dedicated studio space, professional growth, teaching experience, and community engagement. This residency provides the freedom to explore your personal creative practice while actively contributing to the studio through teaching, maintenance, and community involvement. No prior teaching experience is required—our studio manager will provide mentorship and support to help you develop and lead your own classes. This is the perfect opportunity for ceramic artists looking to expand their practice, gain teaching experience, and immerse themselves in a vibrant creative environment.

Is the Adamah Residency Program the Right Fit for You?

• You are an early-career ceramic artist looking to grow.
• You want to expand your teaching experience.
• You thrive in a collaborative, community-driven environment.
• You believe in making arts education accessible to all.
• You are self-motivated and eager to take initiative.
• You’re open to new challenges and creative exploration.
• Your work reflects a distinct artistic voice and perspective.

Join us at Adamah Art Studios and immerse yourself in a creative, supportive environment while developing your artistic practice!

Residency Overview

Term: 7 months (October – April, start and end dates are flexible)

Residency Fee: None 

Studio Work: 10-15 hours a week

What Adamah Provides

Residents will receive the following benefits:

• 24-hour access to a private studio space
• Use of studio equipment, firing facilities, and glaze lab
• Free housing and utilities during the residency
• Adamah materials available at cost for ceramic work
• Access to a professional network of artists and makers
• Assistance with gallery sales to promote and sell work
• Opportunities for a solo exhibition during or at the conclusion of the residency
• Potential job opportunities within the Bethel Horizons camp community

Resident Responsibilities

As part of the residency, artists are expected to:

• Maintain a professional and collaborative studio presence
• Work a minimum of 10 hours per week teaching classes or assisting in studio upkeep
• Contribute to kiln maintenance, clay and glaze mixing, and general studio cleaning
• Teach workshops or classes as agreed upon with the Studio
• Create artwork and actively engage with the local artistic community
• Organize and present a solo exhibition showcasing work created during the residency

Studio Space

• The artist-in-residence has their own private studio located in the Adamah Ceramic Studio. A large shared studio provides additional working space which invites interaction. Each resident is responsible for their own personal studio equipment, tools, and materials. 
• A worktable, wheel, and shelves are provided in each private studio.
• Residents are also allowed access to the kiln room and glaze lab.

Housing

• The artist-in-residence has their own studio apartment located on the second floor of the Adamah Retreat Center, just a few feet from the Ceramics Studio. 
• The apartment is fully furnished with a fully equipped kitchen. Please contact the Adamah Director with any specific questions.
• Utilities are included in the residency program.

Financial Considerations

• There is no stipend associated with this residency
• Residents are responsible for personal expenses, including transportation, food, and materials beyond what is provided at cost

Insurance & Liability

• Adamah Art Studios does not provide insurance for the artist’s personal property, materials, or artwork
• Residents are encouraged to obtain their own insurance for personal belongings and works
• Adamah Art Studios is not responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses incurred during the residency