Friday 24.04.2015

Registration Open Intensive 10-Day Painting + Drawing Residency in France

DEADLINE 29 MAY 2015

ABOUT THE RESIDENCY
Set in the sublime Château de Faverolles, the intensive 10-day residency of painting and drawing is led by internationally renowned artists and critics from Europe and the US. Founded by painter Denis Farrell as an alternative to traditional academic pressures, Lodestar is a place where willingness to fail is a triumph and to take a chance on something is key to crossing the Rubicon. Lodestar focuses on making, discussion and reflection combined with group and one-on-one critique, workshops and studio visits.

GUEST ARTISTS
Denis Farrell, John Yau, Glenn Goldberg, Barry Schwabsky, Milly Thompson, Chuck Webster, Louise Scovell, Francis Gury

WHO SHOULD APPLY
- We welcome artists who have ambition for their painting and who are willing to take the creative risks necessary to develop their work.
- Artists who seek critical input on a body of work to serve as a portfolio for application to graduate programs.
- Artists who seek rigorous and intensive exchange concerning both studio work and critical thinking in a creative, professional environment.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Workshops, talks from guest artists, studio visits, evening events and excursions to include film screenings, dance, poetry, music and performance, closing showcase and dinner, shared accommodation (does not include airfare nor airport transfers). Please inquire about private accommodation.

MORE INFO
Please visit www.lodestarschoolofart.com, or contact Connie Farrell at info@lodestarschoolofart.com