Residency Program
The Luminary’s Residency Program supports exceptional emerging artists and curators by providing dedicated time and a supportive working environment including well-equipped studios, an individually structured professional development program and dedicated financial support. Each resident is provided with a private studio space with 24 hour access and wireless internet, 500 square foot shared workspace and an AV membership including discounts on workshops.
In addition to visual artists, The Luminary now accepts applications from emerging curators interested in engaging the world of contemporary art and criticism. The Luminary Residency Program for curators supports the research, development and production of experimental projects that engage (but are not limited to) alternative spaces and models, archives, publications and writing, collaborations, artist-led projects and socially engaged practices.
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The Luminary offers residencies year-round for three, six or twelve months and applications are accepted on a rolling basis, up to one year in advance. Residencies are awarded through a competitive application process every two months (January, March, May, etc.) with decision notifications sent by the 15th of the month. Applicants should note the final application deadline for the session they would like their residency to start.
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Applications will be reviewed next in March for residencies starting July 2012 and after.
Fall 2012: September – December, final application deadline is April 30th
Spring 2013: January – April, final application deadline is August 31st
The Luminary Residency Application (online)
The Luminary Residency Application (pdf download)
Please note there is a non-refundable $25 application fee.
Fall 2012: September – December, final application deadline is April 30th
Spring 2013: January – April, final application deadline is August 31st
The Luminary Residency Application (online)
The Luminary Residency Application (pdf download)
Please note there is a non-refundable $25 application fee.
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Submit online or mail to:
The Luminary
4900 Reber Place
Saint Louis, MO 63139
The Luminary
4900 Reber Place
Saint Louis, MO 63139
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FAQs
What expectations does The Luminary have of their artists and curators in residence?
The Luminary Residency Program participants are expected to use the time and space awarded to them and be an engaged member of The Luminary community. Opportunities for public engagement, open studios and lectures are available, but these interactions are not expected. Residents are also asked to donate work in proportion to the financial support received during their residency.
Does The Luminary offer stipends, housing or grants for travel to and from the residency?
The Luminary has an evolving but finite amount of support we can offer to residents each session. In order for us to allocate those resources and funds most effectively, we ask each applicant to ‘request’ aid based solely on need and designate ‘required’ support only when absolutely necessary to participate in the residency. Support requests are used as guidelines for what may be provided, but are not guaranteed upon acceptance. Additionally, please keep in mind if you require support we do not currently have available, we may have to deny your application based on that circumstance.
What expectations does The Luminary have of their artists and curators in residence?
The Luminary Residency Program participants are expected to use the time and space awarded to them and be an engaged member of The Luminary community. Opportunities for public engagement, open studios and lectures are available, but these interactions are not expected. Residents are also asked to donate work in proportion to the financial support received during their residency.
Does The Luminary offer stipends, housing or grants for travel to and from the residency?
The Luminary has an evolving but finite amount of support we can offer to residents each session. In order for us to allocate those resources and funds most effectively, we ask each applicant to ‘request’ aid based solely on need and designate ‘required’ support only when absolutely necessary to participate in the residency. Support requests are used as guidelines for what may be provided, but are not guaranteed upon acceptance. Additionally, please keep in mind if you require support we do not currently have available, we may have to deny your application based on that circumstance.
The Luminary Center for the Arts has launched a capital campaign to raise funds to purchase and renovate a 22,500 sq/ft building to serve as its new home. Please note that due to this impending move we will be unable to offer residency housing until 2013 when new housing will be available on-site.
Does The Luminary accept applications from collaborative teams?
Yes, The Luminary does accept applications from collaborative teams. Applying collaborative teams are asked to submit individual resumes or CV.
Are students allowed to participate in the residency program?
Current students may not participate in the residency program but may apply for residencies that begin after their schooling is complete.
What is the community of St. Louis like?
St. Louis has an active arts community with many galleries, DIY spaces and free museums. The Luminary is located in an active urban environment with access to public transit, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and public parks. The Luminary’s Residency Program always includes local artists and there are many options to get involved in the greater arts community.
Yes, The Luminary does accept applications from collaborative teams. Applying collaborative teams are asked to submit individual resumes or CV.
Are students allowed to participate in the residency program?
Current students may not participate in the residency program but may apply for residencies that begin after their schooling is complete.
What is the community of St. Louis like?
St. Louis has an active arts community with many galleries, DIY spaces and free museums. The Luminary is located in an active urban environment with access to public transit, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and public parks. The Luminary’s Residency Program always includes local artists and there are many options to get involved in the greater arts community.
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See: Current and Former Residents
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Contact us at residency@theluminaryarts.com for more information.
