Visiting Artist Residency
This Summer, Waterworks Visual Arts Center is inviting young artists ages 12-18 to participate in a Portrait Painting Residency with professional artist Maria Bennett Hock.
The goal of the residency is to facilitate the development of young artists’ creative practices by providing hands-on experiences and fresh perspectives.
For one week participants will join celebrated artist, Maria Bennett Hock, and engage in intensive drawing and painting workshops. Middle school artists will study with Maria in the mornings 9am-noon and High school artists will be guided from 1-4pm. The residency culminates in an opportunity for students to present their work and discuss their creative processes. Applications are open to individuals ages 12-18 living in Rowan and surrounding counties.
Applications include a short online form, one letter of recommendation from an Art Instructor, and four portfolio images. The residency is offered at no cost, and all materials are provided.
Upon completion of the residency, artists will receive a certificate that can be used to build their resumes, provide opportunities to expand their portfolio, and strengthen college applications.
This Summer, Waterworks Visual Arts Center is inviting young artists ages 12-18 to participate in a Portrait Painting Residency with professional artist Maria Bennett Hock.
The goal of the residency is to facilitate the development of young artists’ creative practices by providing hands-on experiences and fresh perspectives.
For one week participants will join celebrated artist, Maria Bennett Hock, and engage in intensive drawing and painting workshops. Middle school artists will study with Maria in the mornings 9am-noon and High school artists will be guided from 1-4pm. The residency culminates in an opportunity for students to present their work and discuss their creative processes. Applications are open to individuals ages 12-18 living in Rowan and surrounding counties.
Applications include a short online form, one letter of recommendation from an Art Instructor, and four portfolio images. The residency is offered at no cost, and all materials are provided.
Upon completion of the residency, artists will receive a certificate that can be used to build their resumes, provide opportunities to expand their portfolio, and strengthen college applications.
This Summer, Waterworks Visual Arts Center is inviting young artists ages 12-18 to participate in a Portrait Painting Residency with professional artist Maria Bennett Hock.
The goal of the residency is to facilitate the development of young artists’ creative practices by providing hands-on experiences and fresh perspectives.
For one week participants will join celebrated artist, Maria Bennett Hock, and engage in intensive drawing and painting workshops. Middle school artists will study with Maria in the mornings 9am-noon and High school artists will be guided from 1-4pm. The residency culminates in an opportunity for students to present their work and discuss their creative processes. Applications are open to individuals ages 12-18 living in Rowan and surrounding counties.
Applications include a short online form, one letter of recommendation from an Art Instructor, and four portfolio images. The residency is offered at no cost, and all materials are provided.
Upon completion of the residency, artists will receive a certificate that can be used to build their resumes, provide opportunities to expand their portfolio, and strengthen college applications.
PLEASE CALL FOR AVAILABILITY OR TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST - 704-636-1882
Student Portfolios and Letter of Recommendation from art teacher must be dropped off at Waterworks, 123 E. Liberty Street on or before May 1, 2025.