STARworks Ceramics

Artist in Residence Program

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Our Resident, Intern and Guest ceramic artists enjoy the benefit of having studio space adjacent to Starworks Clay Factory, providing a great opportunity for those interested in unprocessed local materials to test, research and develop their own clay bodies, slips and glazes. Starworks can also make custom clay blends upon request. You may be amazed to see all of the beautiful wild clays that are locally sourced, each with its own character and attributes!

Our involvement with the community allows Starworks to facilitate a connection between our residents and local artists in order to encourage an exchange of educational, professional, and studio practice development. We encourage visiting artists to meet, learn from, and work with local potters from the Seagrove area, one of the oldest and largest pottery communities in the United States.

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Resident artists, regional resident artists and materials-based research artists are all chosen based on the quality and strength of their work, clearly expressed goals for the residency, and certain dynamics that fit the studio at a given time to foster excellence and a diverse creative atmosphere at Starworks Ceramics Studio.

Upcoming Application Deadline: April 15, 2025

See below for application details.

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Resident Artists

Resident artists are selected based on a competitive pool of applicants from across the country and abroad working in sculpture, functional pottery, and design. Residents are provided with time to push personal, professional, technical and conceptual limits. Ceramic artists who are at a crucial stage in their career, requiring an opportunity to experiment, refine and formalize studio practices are encouraged to apply.

Duration is 3 months. No application fee. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Residency fees: $290 per month for housing, firing fees and materials. Includes studio space and 300lbs of Starworks Clay. Opportunities include sales through Starworks Gallery. Responsibilities: Give one public Artist’s Talk, Leave two pieces of work for the Starworks collection.

Regional Resident Artists

This is a 3 month residency opportunity for local artists who are able to commute to Starworks.

Materials-Based Resident Artists

This is a 3 month opportunity for those interested in testing and researching North Carolina clay materials at Starworks.

Ceramics Interns

Starworks Ceramics internship is for students who have completed initial courses of ceramics study or artists who are early in their careers and seeking more experience. Interns have the opportunity to work at Starworks mixing clays and glazes, loading and firing kilns, helping with general studio maintenance, assisting in the ceramic supply shop, with events, classes and workshops, and other duties. Interns will have studio space where they can work alongside Resident & Guest artists. Interns are frequently required to stand and walk, and must be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 60 pounds frequently.

Duration is 1 year. No application fee. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Interns are responsible for their own housing, firing fees, and materials. Stipend: $1200 per month, 300 pounds of Starworks Clay every 6 months. Opportunities and responsibilities include sales through Starworks Gallery. Responsibilities: Give one public Artist’s Talk, Leave two pieces of work for the Starworks collection, work 20 hours/week in the studio and/or supply shop.

Clay Making Interns

Starworks Ceramics clay making internship is for students who have completed initial courses of ceramics study or artists who are early in their careers and are seeking more specific knowledge about clay materials including testing and processing. Responsibilities include working with our Clay Factory Team to make and test clay bodies, loading and firing kilns, general maintenance for clay testing area and clay factory, assisting in the ceramic supply shop, helping with events, hosting classes and workshops, and other duties. Interns will have studio space where they can work alongside Resident & Guest artists. This position requires 20 hours/week. Interns are frequently required to stand and walk, and must be able to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 60 pounds frequently.

Duration is 1 year. No application fee. Eligibility requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Interns are responsible for their own housing, firing fees, and materials. Stipend: $1200 per month, 300 pounds of Starworks Clay every 6 months. Opportunities and responsibilities include sales through Starworks Gallery. Responsibilities: Give one public Artist’s Talk, Leave two pieces of work for the Starworks collection, work 20 hours/week in the studio, supply shop, and clay factory.