The Fountainhead Residency
Three artists live and work together in a 1950's Miami Modern home in the oldest historic neighborhood situated in the heart of Miami. The Fountainhead Residency boasts 7 Museums, many public/private collections and numerous nonprofits and galleries within seven miles of the home.
Artists are provided roundtrip airfare and living and working accommodations including a private bedroom, and semi-private studio spaces. In addition to studios within the home, studio space is available at The Fountainhead Studios, a complex with over 25 Miami-based artists studios, which is a short 3 mile bike ride away. Several sponsored residencies also include stipends.
Artists only responsibility is to invest in themselves and their practice. While most everyone produces work, there is no predefined expectation. During each residency we host numerous events to engage artists in the community and with local arts professionals. Regular events include Welcome Cocktail, MEET -a monthly dinner with South Florida based artists, Artists' Presentations, One-on-one studio visits, Public Open House, and family dinners.
Artists are also encouraged to engage in outdoor activities. Located one block from Biscayne Bay and the largest waterfront park in Miami, artists have use of paddle boards, a kayak, yoga mats and bikes. There are free run and swim groups and yoga classes all nearby.
Location
Miami, Florida: United States
Founded in 2008, The Fountainhead Residency is the only one of its kind in Miami, FL. bringing national and international artists to live and work in Miami for a period of one month. Artists are invited via Open Calls and nomination by Alumni and Cultural Partners. Final selection is made by the Curatorial Board and Independent Juries identified by Partners. Invited artists are at a pivotal point in their career where time and space, connections and conversations with art professionals and an immersive and nurturing environment is just the catalyst needed. To date Fountainhead has welcomed over 380 artists from 44 countries.
Statistics
Residency Length: one month
Average number of artists in residence at a time: three
Number of artists accepted in most recent year: 34
Eligibility
Artist Status: Mid-career Artists
Application type: Open application
Collaboration: Must apply and be accepted individually
Geography: Open to US artists, Open to non-US artists
Additional eligibility information:
The Fountainhead Residency Open Call for Foreign Born Artists Living and Working in the United States
The Fountainhead Residency is seeking ambitious, open-minded artists at an inflection point in their career, excited to engage and connect with other artists and art professionals while delving into their own practice. Artists of all race, religion, gender, age (over 25), and working in any medium are invited to apply.
While most artists are invited through nomination and curation, this is the first Open Call. This residency is open to artists who have immigrated to the United States and have been living and working here for at least two years. This residency will take place in October 2020.
To date The Fountainhead Residency has hosted over 380 visual artists from 44 countries. Fountainhead provides artists an environment to create, converse, inspire and be inspired outside of daily routines and traditional confines of their home life. From the moment artists arrive they’re immersed in the visual beauty of Miami and the color and depth of the local community. In addition to creating work while at The Residency; artists attend openings and talks, visit museums and galleries, and receive vital feedback from art professionals through one-on-one studio visits and public open houses.
Artists live communally in a 1950’s Miami Modern home flooded with natural light and the energy that comes with it. The home is located in the heart of Miami’s cultural community with most museums, galleries, private collections, alternative spaces and performing arts venues are all within less than 7 miles.
Studio space is located within the home so when planning the work you will make, keep this in mind when considering size and scale.
Application period: November 1 - December 31, 2019
Selection process: Application will be selected through a jury of professionals. Artists may be called to request a phone interview in the month of January and early February.
Notification: Artists will be notified by Feb 21, 2020.
Residency period: October 2 - 31, 2020
What is provided: Roundtrip airfare, communal living with two other artists, private bedroom with shared bathroom, semi-private studio space, the amenities of home including fully equipped kitchen, wifi, washer and dryer, sheets, towels, and bikes.
Artists are responsible for: Meals, materials and local transportation
Stipend: $1,000
What is expected: Artists are expected to invest in themselves and their practice. The work made while in residence does not need to be pre-defined. In addition to our regular programming including studio visits, monthly artists' dinner and an open house, artists will take part in a public talk hosted in partnership with Immigrant Powered and the Office of New Americans. Prior to leaving the Residency, artists will be asked to provide images and text that will be used to create a digital book that will be shared with Shepard Broad Foundation, the sponsor of this Residency.
Artists must:
*Live outside of South Florida
*Been born outside of the United States
*Living and working in the United States for a minimum of 2 yrs.
*25 yrs or older
*Proficient in English
Jurors:
Ebony G Patterson, Artist and Fountainhead Alumni
Narsiso Martinez, Artist and Fountainhead Alumni
Claire Breukel, Y.ES Contemporary Team
Tami Katz Freiman, Independent Curator snd Former Chief Curator of The Haifa Museum
Silvia Barisione, Senior Curator, The Wolfsonian FIU
Maria Elena Ortiz, Curator, Perez Art Museum Miami
Rina Carvajal, Executive Director and Chief Curator, Museum of Art and Design
Application deadline: December 31
Additional deadline info:Ends on December 31, 2019
Past Residents & Quotes
Past residents:
Fountainhead was a special experience. The residency allowed me the opportunity and time to create and expand on my ideas. I got to know and befriend amazing artists from Miami and around the world. It's an intimate setting that truly is a family and I know that I'll always be welcomed back with open arms.
"Fountainhead is a unique opportunity that allows an artist to get to know the Miami art world while gaining professional development experiences. If you are an emerging artist, consider it a bootcamp of sorts -- there are plenty of studio visits and opportunities to increase your exposure and visibility. Overall, I walked away with some great connections to people from all over the world who came through the residency, and an informed perspective on how my interdisciplinary practice exists in the various aspects of the art world. I am grateful for the experience. “
— Helina Metaferia
— Michael Scoggins
Facilities & Services
Housing: Private bedroom in a shared housing facility
Meals: Some meals are provided
Computer/internet access: Computer and internet connection provided in common area (shared), Computer and internet connection provided in living or studio area (private), Wireless Internet
Accessibility: no
Residency Fees
There are no fees. The Residency covers roundtrip airfare and living and working accomodations.
Stipends / other support
There are some stipends for specific sponsored residencies.
Additional expectations / opportunities
Contact Information
5600 N Bayshore Dr
Miami, Florida 33137
United States
Tel: 3057768198
Email:kathryn@fountainheadresidency.com
Deadline: December 31, 2019