Programs / Programmi
EXPERIENCE VENICE: SUMMER 2012
1 June – 31 August, 2012
Would you like to particpate in a working atmosphere of exchange and dialogue with other artists from around the world? The studios, gallery and garden at the Scuola Internazionale di Grafica, provide the location for this unique opportunity to experience real Venetian life. The experience is open to artists, graphic designers, artists’ book makers, calligraphers, printmakers, poets, & writers.
The Scuola Internazionale di Grafica di Venezia was founded in 1969. In the large, professional facilities in Cannaregio, one of the most lively neighbourhoods in Venice, the Scuola organizes programs for graduate and undergraduate Italian and international students and offers studio space for independent artists in residence.
The Scuola is affiliated with institutions such as Vermont Studio Center, Boston University, Indiana University, as well as Italian Academies of Fine Arts and Museums. Among the international artists who have taught and worked at the Scuola are Henry Goetz, Stanley Hayter, John Ross, Michael Mazur, Clare Romano and Jon Gregg, founder of the Vermont Studio Center.
All resident artists have access to the Scuola’s studios. Accommodation is provided in private bedrooms at the Scuola’s apartments in Campo S.Maurizio, which is in the central historical area of Venice, 5 minutes walk from Piazza S.Marco. The apartments with kitchen, bathrooms with showers, laundry facilities and living area are furnished and equipped. Wireless DSL Internet connection is also provided. Resident artists can be accompanied by another person for an additional fee .
In addition to the Independent Artists Residencies which are held through the Academic Year, a Summer session of the Program is organized every year from early June to late August. The Scuola welcomes printmakers, painters and book artists, as well as poets and writers.
Summer 2012 Residencies Application
Academic Year Residencies Application Form
Scuola Photo Gallery
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)