The Emerging Artists in Residence Program (EAR) is a six-month residency for NYC youth emerging artists between the ages of 17-20 that have exhibited exceptional artistic talent but lack the resources and support to turn these talents into opportunities for their future. The EAR program provides residents with a rigorous schedule of project creation, networking, paid internships, showcase opportunities, weekly cultural excursions, a transportation stipend and career-counseling. Residents go on to use their creative talents and professionalism to become art students, performers, and above all, responsible young adults with a clear vision and a plan for their personal success.

ART START’s Emerging Artists in Residence program is seeking New York City youth ages 17-20 with a dedication and track record in the creative arts. All candidates must be referred to ART START by a New York City arts organization where they have participated. Candidates must have their GED and must not be enrolled in college when applying to this program.

If you are a teen, or know a teen who has shown dedication to your organization’s creative programming and would like to pursue career development opportunities in the arts, please refer the applicant to apply for this six-month residency program by contacting ART START Executive Director, Johanna De Los Santos: johanna@art-start.org

Candidates will fill be asked to fill out an application and submit samples or ideas of work, letters of recommendation, and have guardian approval to be considered for an interview. The deadline for this application process is April 15, 2012.