HALO DECATUR Canvas Artist Studios Application

HALO DECATUR Canvas Artist Studio Application 2026-2028

This form serves as the official application to lease artist work studio space at Northwood Ravin's Halo Decatur "Canvas Artist Studios" for the 2026-2028 lease term.

Artist Contact Information

Legal Name

First

Last

Preferred Name

If different than legal name.

Pronouns

Residential Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Email Address

Phone Number

Artist Portfolio Information

Studio/Business Name (if applicable)

If you conduct business as an entity other than your legal name, please include that information here.

Please provide a brief artist bio.

You may include your personal history, work experience, training/education, accomplishments, awards, or other information you deem relevant.

Please describe your artistic discipline and any stylistic/technical specialties you utilize.

Please describe your intended use for the Halo Decatur "Canvas Artist Studios."

Please indicate any specific projects or concepts you intend to explore. For example, you might express that a studio with sufficient space for an oversized canvas with a large drop cloth will allow you to experiment with a new technique of acrylic painting style, etc.

How many hours per week do you anticipate using the studio space?

Selected Value: 1

Please note, the following hours are required as part of the residency program: Monday–Thursday: Minimum of 4 hours in studio on two separate weekdays, between 10:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. Friday–Sunday: Minimum of 4 hours in studio, between 10:00 a.m. and midnight

How might you contribute to the "Educational and Interactive Programming" requirement of the residency program?

During the 18-month residency program, each resident artist will provide three public-facing programs, which may include, but are not limited to, presentations or lectures, interactive art experiences, and/or art classes or workshops. Programs may take place in artist studios, amenity spaces, or private outdoor courtyards.

Do you have any compelling concepts for the "Retail and Artist Collaborative Events" requirement of the residency program?

For three times during their residency, resident artists will participate in collaborative events with Halo Decatur retailers. These events will be organized and produced by Northwood Ravin/Halo Decatur with artist participation supported by DAA. Potential formats include, but are not limited to, food and beverage pairings inspired by artwork, art activations in plaza or park spaces, exhibition nights catered by retailers, and/or art or portfolio presentations within retail spaces, etc. Creativity, spontaneity, authenticity, and novelty will be highly encouraged, including artist-initiated collaborations.

How do you feel about the "Public Engagement and Interaction" component of the residency program?

The Canvas Artist Studios will serve as an open invitation for the public and Halo Decatur residents to learn more about the Resident Artist's craft and the arts in general. Please carefully consider your willingness and aptitude for interacting with the public while you work.

Is your artwork conducive to displaying at least two pieces in the on-site gallery for the duration of the residency program?

At all times, the resident artists are required to have at least two artworks on display in the coworking/coffee shop gallery adjacent to the Canvas Artist Studios. The artworks are encouraged to rotate/change during the 18 month residency.

Website Link (if applicable)

Instagram / Social Media Link (if applicable)

Please upload 3-5 recent samples of your artwork.

Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 5 files.

Permitted file extensions are: .jpeg, .png, .gif, .jpg, .webp, .pdf. Max file size is 128 MB.

Please provide a brief description of the uploaded artworks.

You may upload photos of your current studio/work space, if you'd like. (Optional)

Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload

Permitted file extensions are: .jpeg, .png, .gif, .jpg, .webp, .pdf. Max file size is 128 MB.

Studio Use Information

Will the applicant utilize any of the following elements for their craft?

Does the applicant require any specific accommodations for their craft?

ie: South-facing window, chemical disposal, 240-V electrical, etc.

Do you intend to share the studio with other artists?

Each member of an artist collective must be specifically named with contact information provided.

Agreement and Acknowledgement

The 2026-2028 studio lease term will begin on November 1, 2026 and expire on May 1, 2028. During the 18-month lease, artists are expected to actively use their studio space (at minimum during the specific hours outlined in the lease agreement), plan/participate in 3 public-facing educational and/or interactive programs, plan/participate in 3 retail and artist collaborative events, at all times showcase at least 2 artworks in the on-site gallery space, and contribute to the collective community of the Canvas Artist Studios at Halo Decatur. The studios are not to be used residentially in any capacity, and the Decatur Arts Alliance/Halo Decatur/Northwood Ravin reserves the right to terminate the lease of any artist who does not abide by the requirements and restrictions as outlined in the lease agreement.

Artist E-Signature

The artist acknowledges their careful review of the information provided above and agrees to its terms. The artist also attests that the information provided on this application is accurate and that all submitted artwork is the artist's original creation.

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