Please read the following information closely:

We accept individual artists, artists working in collaboration, and try to accommodate partners, children whenever possible. The residency is self-funded and includes lodging in a private bedroom in a single or shared apartment with kitchen and bathroom, plus 24-hour access to designated studio space in a communal, multi-use workspace.  When possible, we try to arrange an open studio event for artists to informally exhibit work or give a public presentation, workshop, reading, or film screening. We also will plan occasional group excursions and dinners. The work of each resident artist will also be featured on the website and our Instagram page.

We welcome artists working in all disciplines including drawing, painting, works on paper, artists' books, printmaking, photography, film, fibers, sculpture, installation, and writing. We will do our best to accommodate artists needs - but please bear in mind that we are in a rural location with limited access to art supplies and materials, limited public transportation between the train station and the town itself. Artists are encouraged to use their home cellular provider’s international roaming data plans or get an Italian SIM card with data plan since there are no internet connections in the studio and living spaces.

It is a great opportunity for artists who are seeking contact with nature (hills, forests, and beaches) and small town, agrarian, rural Sicilian life, and the chance to ruminate on new work or create work in response to the location with the materials at hand. Wonderful towns and cities with rich history and vibrant contemporary art scenes, including Palermo, Catania, Cefalu and Castelbuono are accessible by train, bus or rental car, as well as the Aeolian Islands, which are just a ferry ride away from various ports located along the coast. Tusa is situated on a hilltop at between 600-800 meters above sea level, with the coastal fishing and resort portion of the municipality, Castel di Tusa (also the location of the train station), just a 10-20 minute drive down the mountain. Day trips are possible as well as organized visits to our local archaeological sites, farms, olive harvests, or cheese makers (based on the season and availability of our partners).

We encourage artists to express in a proposal not only the scope of the project or work they would like to do while in residence, but also to specify what materials they wish to use so that we can assist artists in locating the materials and resources they need ahead of their arrival in Tusa. It is also advantageous to arrange for supplies to be sent or to bring them with you if there are specific items you absolutely need and are not easy to source locally. 

Prices are reasonable and determined by the duration and period of the residency. For current pricing details please visit our Google Form Application (linked below) or inquire directly via email at officinastamperiadelnotaio@gmail.com. Partners or children who will not be requiring use of the studio space or a separate bedroom can stay the duration of the residency at half cost. Artists working in collaboration will each be responsible for the full cost per person. Lodging and 24-hour access to the studio space are included in the cost. Additional expenses not included in the residency cost would include: meals and groceries, airfare and local transportation (driver for hire, local bus, and regional trains) or rental car, personal art materials/supplies, shipping of materials or work, and personal cell phone or mobile wifi hotspot device (strongly recommended). It is recommended that artists set up an international data roaming plan with their regular carrier, or purchase an Italian SIM for a mobile device on arrival in the country (such as Vodafone, Wind, TIM, etc.).

APPLICATIONS DUE JULY 1 FOR THE 2024 FALL SEASON:

We invite applicants for our two fall sessions:

Summer Session 1: Arrive in Tusa Wednesday September 4 - Depart Tuesday September 24

Summer Short Session 2: Arrive in Tusa Friday October 4 - Depart Thursday October 24

If you are interested in being considered for September or October, please indicate this in the form.

We will begin reviewing applications immediately in the order they are accepted and the call will be open till July 1 or until filled. For consideration, please complete the Google Form.

https://forms.gle/Tm6vx5mPhFddaEtVA

Within the form, you will be asked to include:

1) a proposal for the research or work you would like to do while in residence (even a vague idea is helpful - we know it is an organic process subject to change!);

2) a link to your website or online portfolio or other online sites where we can view your work;

3) whether you will be coming alone or with a partner or dependent, and if there are specific considerations or needs you would like us to know about.

We have a variety of housing options and rooms are assigned based on a case-by-case basis, determined by availability and need. Please specify if you prefer a shared or a private bath, and note that the costs vary between the them.

4) an artist's statement (2,200 characters max), and bio (2,200 characters max),

5) your most recent CV,

6) 10 quality jpeg images characteristic of your work

7) links to your website, gallery or social media pages.

8) the name, title, and email address for one professional reference who we may contact on your behalf in the event you are selected as a finalist - no letters are required.

We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis but also post time-specific open calls throughout the year. Please keep in mind that space is very limited, so if your application is not accepted for your preferred season, you may re-apply in the future.

Before applying, please look over the website and read more about the residency, studio, printshop and accommodations, location, and transportation, and be sure to check out our links page where you will also find some helpful information about travel, sourcing materials, and more. If you have questions, please email officinastamperiadelnotaio@gmail.com. We look forward to your application!