Artist in residence
2024 residencies are full. Please apply for 2025.
Auckland Studio Potters invites professional ceramic artists and craftspeople from the world over to apply for one of our two residency positions.
Our primary objective is to provide creative time and space for our Residents to develop a new project or body of work in ceramics. Our ceramic residencies run for periods of up to 12 weeks. Residencies of longer duration can be requested.
At this time we are not able to provide housing accommodation however, we have a small database of members with possible Air BnB options.
This is an opportunity for the artist to connect with our thriving community of ceramic artists, potters, members and supporters of the arts, by sharing their expertise and inspiring others through their example. Resident Artists can enjoy and contribute to the atmosphere of experimental exploration at Auckland Studio Potters.
Resident Artists have the opportunity to be a dynamic part of the regional ceramic community as well as the local arts community.
Residency
Benefits:
Artist talks/presentations
Paid workshops & teaching opportunities
Inspiring students & engaging with other potters
Exhibition in the onsite gallery space
Use of retail space in the Box Gallery for the term of the residency
Networking with artists and galleries in New Zealand
Engagement with New Zealand’s unique culture in the arts, including indigenous art forms.
Residency requirements:
Keep an “open door” policy to their studio for the benefit of shared exchange and interaction during open studio times.
May be requested to conduct a weekend teaching workshop as agreed by Centre Director and ASP Committee.
May be requested to demonstrate in a members’ class.
Donate a ceramic piece or pieces to ASP for the purposes of fundraising or for their collection.
Expenses met by
Artists
:
Travel and all related expenses
Housing/accommodation
Ceramic Supplies & Firing Costs
Food and Entertainment
Shipping of artist’s works
Residency Options A & B
We offer two Residency options, both for experienced ceramic artists/craftspeople. One is designed for ceramic artists working on a focused project over a period of time, and the other for those who would like to experience being part of the ASP community as they continue to develop their practice. *Please note: production pottery is not the purpose of this opportunity.
For both options, Artists may apply for a minimum of 4 weeks to a maximum of 12 weeks in residence. Residencies of longer duration can be requested and will be reviewed and approved at the discretion of the ASP Directors and Committee. Each artist is provided a self-enclosed pod that contains shelving, a workbench, and an electric wheel.
Residency A
Application from 4-12 weeks – $50NZD/week
Resident artist/craftsperson is required to:
· Propose a project
· Keep an “open door” policy to their studio for the benefit of shared exchange and interaction, as agreed at the start of the residency
· Donate one piece to ASP for the purposes of fundraising or for their collection.
Residency B requirements
Application from 4-12 weeks – 5hrs/week volunteer work time
Resident artist/craftsperson is required to:
· Give an artist introduction talk
· Contribute a maximum of 5 hours per week to volunteer at the Centre. Responsibilities include various tasks such as loading/unloading kilns, recycling clay, donating special skills, general help around the Centre etc. as agreed with the Centre Director.
· Keep an “open door” policy to their studio for the benefit of shared exchange and interaction as agreed at the start of residency
· Donate one piece to ASP for the purposes of fundraising or for their collection.
Selection Process:
The ASP Directors and the ASP Committee will select residents based on evaluations of applications of the following:
Resume
Portfolio
Letter of intent
Professional references
Proven studio and material competency
Unique attributes of the artist’s work, experience, or perspective
Proposed project (Residency B only).
Location
Auckland Studio Potters is located in Auckland, New Zealand. Auckland comprises a metropolitan area of approximately 2.2 million people, surrounded by native bush, beach lands and rural areas. ASP is part of Waikaraka Park in the unique and historically rich Onehunga, Auckland suburb.
Clay and Firing
ASP has a range of clay available for purchase. A selection of Terracotta, Midfire, Stoneware and Porcelain. Our variety includes; Primo, Macs Mud, Feeneys, Keanes and ASP Recycled range. Clay prices range from $19 to $70 per bag (10-20 kilogram bags available).
ASP has several electric kilns that range in size from internal dimensions of 1.5 cubic feet to 15+ cubic feet. The cost to hire a kiln ranges from $22 to $240 or part thereof. depending on the size desired and firing temperature.
If you require more specific costs regarding firing clay and firing costs, please do not hesitate to get in contact with ASP via email.
Facilities
The ASP Centre includes several buildings serving the various needs of the members. The hub is a main office building including exhibition space, library, kitchen, retail gallery shop, and office.
There is a large shared studio space in which classes and workshops are held. This is able to accommodate classes for up to 20 students.
Studio equipment includes;
16 electric wheels
4 kick wheels
Workbenches
1 plaster work table
Extruders
Slab roller
Wet cupboards and drying cupboard
Glaze area with spray booths & waxing booth
ASP has a several electric kilns that range in size from internal dimensions of 1.5 cubic feet to 15+ cubic feet. The cost to hire a kiln ranges from $22 to $240 depending on the size desired and firing temperature.
Kilns include;
7 electric kilns
1 large gas kiln
3 wood/salt/soda kilns
1 raku kiln