Artist in Residence (Printmaker)

Job description

Description The Knox College Department of Art and Art History is seeking applications from printmakers to be Artist in Residence during spring 2021. This teaching residency, supported by a grant from locally-based Blick Art Materials, has a three-fold purpose: to enrich the educational experience of students through exposure to perspectives and ways of working not represented by regular faculty or curricula. To involve/benefit the Galesburg community though collaborative projects, exhibits, or educational opportunities. And, for resident artists to develop and exhibit a body of work while in residence. Applicants should hold an MFA and be prepared to teach a course related to their creative practice (to be determined). Artists with interest in engaging economically, culturally, and racially diverse communities through their work are encouraged to apply. *Note: This residency program will contingent on the status of Covid-19 restrictions during spring, and will be cancelled no later than February 1, 2021 in the event that in-person classes are not permitted. When: Spring 2021 (March 20 — June 1) Where: Knox College is located in Galesburg IL, a city of 32,000, located 200 miles SW...