About the Center for Contemporary Printmaking
Founded in 1995, the Center for Contemporary Printmaking (CCP) is a nonprofit art center in the Mathews Park, Norwalk, CT. The Center's mission is to support, preserve and advance the art of original prints, including all forms of printmaking, papermaking, book arts, digital processes and related disciplines. Artists regionally and from around the world showcase their work for a broad and diverse audience at the Center.
CCP conducts approximately 70 printmaking workshops per year, and mounts six thematic, invitational or juried exhibitions annually — one of which is a members' show — in the Grace Ross Shanley Gallery. Each exhibition is usually accompanied by a smaller exhibition on the walls of the nearby Lithography Studio.
An expanding International Traveling Exhibition Program is providing CCP members’ opportunities to show work in Ireland, Italy, Denmark, Germany, Hong Kong and Britain, so far. A competitive Artist-in-Residence Program in the Helen Frankenthaler Printmaking Cottage hosts approximately 12 national and international artists per year. Founded on the apprenticeship model inherent to printmaking, the Grace Ross Shanley Memorial Scholarship Foundation Fellowship serves four high school juniors and four high school seniors per year.
The Center is outfitted with 11 presses and all ancillary technical and safety equipment and supplies throughout its two buildings; one of which is a 39” x 72” press donated by artist Helen Frankenthaler. Studio rental space in both the main building and cottage are available for rent.
Its well-equipped studios, workshop offerings and professional print shows mounted in the Grace Ross Shanley Gallery — recently cited by Culturetrip as one of Connecticut’s top ten contemporary art galleries — enrich the lives of individuals who work in and visit the Center, both from throughout Fairfield County, Westchester and well beyond.
About the program
The Artist-in-Residence Program (AIR) at the Center for Contemporary Printmaking takes place in the recently remodeled Helen Frankenthaler Printmaking Cottage. Within this space, artists have the opportunity to produce a body of work in a supportive atmosphere for creative growth and development — using traditional as well as innovative printmaking techniques. The residency offers uninterrupted time and privacy 24/7 in a well-equipped studio with onsite living accommodations.
This residency has proven to be an ideal opportunity for experimentation and collaboration. Artists can add to their work practice, explore new mediums, create an edition or otherwise advance their printmaking skills. The resident artists work independently or with one of CCP’s staff printers or professional collaborators on an hourly or daily fee basis. CCP strives to advance outcomes from the residency that stimulates original and inventive work that the artist might otherwise not attempt absent these amenities.
The Helen Frankenthaler Printmaking Cottage — adjacent to CCP’s main arts studios and galleries testifies to the important relationship that Frankenthaler had with the Center from its earliest days. Her legacy lives on at the Center not only through the press that she donated, but through the vision and expertise that she shared with CCP artists and staff over time, which continue to inspire us all.
In the summer of 2003, the Center welcomed its first Artist-in-Residence, Paul Furneaux, from Scotland. Over the past 13 years, some 150 artists have completed residencies at CCP. They have come from all over the United States and from Australia, Russia, China, Ireland, Germany, Cuba, Argentina and many more countries.
CCP is now offering two distinct competitive residency opportunities:
- A Professional Development AIR. Artists who teach at colleges, universities and high schools throughout the United States may apply for one-or two-week residencies based on professional funding guidelines at your institution. This opportunity is meant to further individual artistic objectives in printmaking. CCP will match 50 percent of residency costs to a maximum of $2,500 associated with the AIR. Travel, food and materials are not covered expenses. The deadline for this application is June 30, 2017 for residencies in 2018. There is an application fee of $35. The Grace Ross Shanley Education Fund and other secured funds will provide underwriting for the matching funding.
- Self-funded Residencies. Experienced printmakers may apply for residencies of one or two weeks by submitting an application and the $35 application fee. [See below]. Applications are due on June 30, 2017 for residencies in 2018. Residencies will be awarded as space permits, given the applicants preferred schedule.
One of the goals of the CCP’s AIR program, whether Professional Development or Self-funded, is to engage a community of artists in an exchange of ideas and techniques. Artists participating
in any of CCP’s residencies will have the opportunity to conduct workshops for CCP artists/members and other artists in the Norwalk and greater New York metropolitan community. Artist talks will be required and will be heavily promoted in social media to ensure a broad audience. An archival print will be due to CCP for editions printed during the residency. CCP will professionally cancel the plate(s) and the artist will retain the plate(s).
Application
To apply for either residency: send an email application to AIR@contemprints.org
Please attach the following to your application:
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A brief description of proposed activities. Please be as specific as possible (one page maximum)
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CV
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Indicate whether this is for the Professional Development or Self-funded AIR. If this is
Professional Development, please indicate at which school you teach.
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Preferred dates of residency. When an artist is accepted, every attempt will be made to match the preferred schedule, but there is no guarantee.
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Five images of recent work (maximum one monotype please). Please send jpegs (72 dpi; maximum size per side of 1000 pixels.) Do not send a website link in lieu of samples.
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An image checklist specifying Title, Date, Medium, Size and Edition
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Two letters of Recommendations
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An application fee of $35 (check made payable to the Center for Contemporary Printmaking, charge-by phone, or Paypal-Jakers@contemprints.org)
Any applications for the 2018 residency year received after the deadline date will be held over to the following year.
When an artist is accepted, we will make every opportunity to accommodate preferred dates. When the application is complete and fees received, the artist will receive an email indicating receipt. If you need additional information please contact us at AIR@contemprints.org.
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