There’s something about starting fresh, the way light filters through after a storm, the quiet calm that follows a deep breath. Creativity, too, needs moments of cleansing, time to wash away the noise and rediscover what’s beneath the surface. Whether it’s a change of scenery or a chance to reconnect with what first moved you to create, these moments of renewal are what keep our work and ourselves moving forward.
The City of San Bruno seeks proposals from professional artists for a permanent outdoor sculpture at Posy Park, a key downtown landmark undergoing revitalization to celebrate community, history, and connection. Visit the website for more information. Deadline for proposals is October 22.
The Tallgrass Artist Residency in Matfield Green, Kansas, connects artists with the Tallgrass Prairie’s enduring landscape and heritage through community partnerships, creative exploration, and regional collaboration across the Flint Hills. Learn more at the website. Deadline is October 31.
The Mudhouse Residency in Agios Ioannis, Crete offers two-week summer sessions for international artists, fostering creativity, cultural exchange, and dialogue amid Greece’s stunning landscape and rich Minoan history. For more information and to apply, visit the website. Deadline for early acceptance is October 31.
Praxis Center believes in new beginnings. We understand that the path of an artist is anything but straightforward, and we are here to help nurture the twists and turns of every career at every stage. Give Praxis a try today and see how far it can take you!
Brainard Carey is an author, artist and educator. He is the director of Praxis Center for Aesthetics and is currently faculty at the School of Visual Arts in NYC. He has written seven books for artists, including Making it in the Art World. His seventh book, The Problems in the Art World: An Artist’s A-Z Action Guide, is available now.
Photo credit: Mudhouse Residency