Willow Arts Call for Artists! Winter/Spring 2025 In-Studio Arts Programming
Due date: Nov 29th, 2024 (11.59pm)
Willow Arts Community invites artists to propose accessible and inclusive in-studio arts courses and workshops for our Winter/Spring 2025 Arts Education Program. Information shared on the application will remain confidential.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING FAQs BEFORE FILLING OUT THE APPLICATION
What is the Arts Education Program schedule?
Winter Term: January 13- March 10, 2025 – We are looking for 2 6-week drop-in courses ,1 6-week registered course, and 2 weekend workshops.
Spring Term: March 31- June 23 , 2025 – We are looking for 4 or 5 6-week courses and 4 weekend workshops.
Please note that all courses will take place Monday – Friday between 1PM and 9PM. Saturdays can be used for seminars and workshops.
How long are courses and workshops?
Courses take place once per week for a duration of 1.5 or 2 hours. One or two day workshops range from 2 – 5 hours in length.
Where will I be teaching?
Programming takes place in the Willow Arts Community Studio located at Silver Spire 366 St. Paul St. St. Catharines, ON L2R 3N2. We have a large arts education space with access to the church’s sanctuary and gymnasiums.
What is the instructor fee?
Willow Arts instructors are paid, and the amount depends on grants and sponsorships. Our current fees for courses is $720 for a 6-week course (inclusive of prep). The fee for workshops is $50/hour with additional paid prep time.
How many courses can I teach?
Instructors are assigned 1 course per term and may teach a maximum of 2 terms per year. (An education year is 3 terms in length) Instructors who wish to propose more than one course can submit multiple courses on separate applications.
Willow Arts Community strives to provide all instructors with an equal opportunity to share their skills and knowledge with the membership.
How many participants are there per class?
Class sizes can range anywhere from 6 participants to 15. If selected to instruct, you will work with Willow staff to determine what class size is best for your particular course.
Does Willow Arts supply materials?
We have a modest budget for purchasing art supplies for participants. Please inquire with the Willow staff if your course requires specialized equipment or art materials.
What are Special Projects?
Special Projects happen all year round and often occur in partnership with local agencies. Murals, off-site arts programming, zines, tabling at forums and events, and youth programming are some examples. Rates of pay may differ from our Arts Education Program and are dependent on funding. Special Projects do not count against your 2 course limit per Arts Education Program year.
If you have any questions, please connect with staff at [email protected]