There are two types of Fixed Term Residency (FTR) available. Each is for a limited period of 3 months, and would suit an artist/maker looking for temporary studio space within an open studio collective.
Incubator Fixed Term Residency:
Three/Four artists share the upper floor at the rear of the building. Areas include a dividing wall, wall space, a table and chair but spaces are not enclosed. It is an excellent opportunity to experience studio life and work with feedback and support from other artists. Incubator FTRs run for 3 month blocks starting in January, April, July & October.
If you would like to apply for an Incubator Fixed term Residency please please click here to view/download an interactive PDF application form, or click here to view/download a Word Document application form.
Three month Fixed Term Residency:
Solo studio or in a shared studio with one other person, subject to availability. These studios are situated within the main building at designermakers21.
If you would like to apply for a Fixed Term Residency please please click here to view/download an interactive PDF application form, or click here to view/download a Word Document application form.
Both residency opportunities are time limited to 3 months but a great way to gain all the experience of working in a co-operative of artists, designers and makers. We operate as an open studio Thursday-Saturday where the public and customers can visit the building and the makers to discuss process, commission work and make purchases. It is a really positive way to develop a customer base and find ways to market yourself as an artist or artisan maker.
If you have any questions please get in touch with Elaine Humpleby our Fixed Term Residency Mentor by emailing FTR@designermakersCIO.org.uk
