The Studios at Hamiltonian Artists

 
 

Applications closed

Hamiltonian Artists, the leading development program for artists in the mid-Atlantic, is building five artist studios that will be ready for occupancy in Fall 2023. Now in its 16th year, Hamiltonian is a dynamic catalyst for DC’s creative economy and a vibrant center for contemporary art in Washington, DC. Through its unique investment into the next generation of visual artists, Hamiltonian helps individuals to develop important business skills, professional experiences, and visibility to support and sustain their art career. By adding studio spaces to the organization’s offerings, it will further support the stability and growth of artists working in the area. Please note: studios are only reachable by stairs; we acknowledge and apologize that this may limit access for some.

Priority will be given to Hamiltonian Artists alumni, DC natives, DC residents (minimum 3 years), and area-based international artists.

 

The Jurors

Kathrin Engler, cultural program curator, Goethe-Institut Washington
Chela Mitchell, founder and director, Chela Mitchell Gallery
Jess Randolph, associate creative director, Anacostia Arts Center

Lease terms: 3 months, 6 months, or 12 months

We will try to accommodate as many people as possible depending on initial selections and lease terms. We will notify you if you are selected to fill a space at a later date.

The rent for all studios is generously subsidized; however, should the cost remain prohibitive, additional subsidies are available. Ability to pay will not be factored into the decision process and will only be discussed upon a studio invitation.

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Studio 1

Area: 200 square feet

Monthly rate: $450 + $50 utility fee
Further subsidized: $400 + $50 utility fee

Studio 3

Area: 160 square feet

Monthly rate: $370 + $50 utility fee
Further subsidized: $320 + $50 utility fee

Studio 5

Area: 273 square feet

Monthly rate: $600 + $50 utility fee
Further subsidized: $550 + $50 utility fee

 

Studio 2

Area: 140 square feet

Monthly rate: $330 + $50 utility fee
Further subsidized: $280 + $50 utility fee

Studio 4

Area: 273 square feet

Monthly rate: $600 + $50 utility fee
Further subsidized: $550 + $50 utility fee

*The utility fee helps to cover internet, electricity, water, trash, and cleaning of common areas.

Expectations

  • Show up in the spirit of collaboration and conversation

  • Make regular weekly use of the studio

  • Artists are expected to have their studios open to the public approximately 4x per year

Benefits

  • Invitations to internal fellowship and Kinetic programs

  • Subsidized rent and utilities

  • Participation to lend and sell your work through Kinetic, Hamiltonian’s rental and purchase program

  • Access to a network of collectors

  • Formal conference-room style meeting space

  • Access to art library

  • Professional headshot and studio shot

  • One writing consultation


Application requirements and questions

  • Artist biography (word limit: ~500, written in the third person)

  • Artist statement (word limit: ~250, written in the first person)

  • How would having a studio on U Street benefit you? (word limit: ~500)

  • Website URL (optional)

  • Instagram URL (optional)

  • Rank your top 3 studios of choice


Attachments

  • Artist CV


Portfolio

  • Please provide 10 items.

    • Images (up to 5MB each)

    • Video (up to 250MB each)

    • Audio (up to 30MB each)

    • PDF

    • You may also link to media from YouTube, Vimeo, and SoundCloud

  • For new media artists, individual video samples should not exceed 3 minutes in duration.

  • Please label each file with the title of the work and your initials, not your full name.

    • Correct: JS_untitled2.jpg

    • Incorrect: JoSmith_untitled2.jpg

    • You may include up to 2 details, additional angles, or installation images when appropriate.

 

Generous support for the construction of the studios has been provided by the following

 
 
 

Ruth Abrahams
Caren Ann Appel-Slingbaum
Anonymous
Tim Arnold
Jody Bergstresser
Catherine Day
Amy Flatten
Elizabeth Fortune
Elisa and Kenneth Glazer
Danielle Glosser
Green Step llc
Nancy Hirshbein and Robert Roche
James Huckenpahler
Philip Hutinet

Michael D. Iacovone
Barbara Liotta
Alissa Maru
Linn Meyers
Joumana Moukarim
Nami Oshiro
Luis Pazo
Caitlin Teal Price
Silvia Sagari
Mackenzie Spriggs
Molly Springfield and Deepak Gupta
Nathaniel Wallace
Stephanie Williams
Chris and Beverly With

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