Week-long retreats; official residencies for a two-week periodAnnualUrban
About
The Brown Pink Residency, facilitated by R&F, represents a significant commitment to supporting the arts and artists by providing essential resources and opportunities. Celebrating over 30 years of contribution to the art community, R&F has not only donated substantial amounts of materials to teaching artists and art centers but has also built a comprehensive collection of artworks purchased directly from artists. Initially an invitation-only program, the residency opened its doors to a broader applicant base in 2022, offering three annual residencies to mid-career artists. Designed as a self-directed program, Brown Pink aims to furnish artists with a conducive environment for creativity, complete with accommodation and studio space. The residency focuses on artists who have demonstrated a consistent practice and exhibition record, offering them the solitude and resources needed to advance their work. Selection is competitive, emphasizing the quality of work as judged by an independent panel of art professionals.
The residency provided the perfect environment and materials to deeply explore pigment sticks and encaustic paints in new ways. In order to make the most of the experience, the artist should have a prior interest in working with these materials and processes, as well as have a fairly strong existing studio practice. Whilst the area boasts a large community of artists, it is very much up to the artist to engage that community beyond a few core members.
