I am deeply grateful for every day of this residency. The food was generous and good. The other artists are fun, hardworking and delightful. I loved my bed—very comfortable—and the pretty bedding. I will remember the view from my studio window forever.
Eligibility
The Millay Colony accepts residents on the basis of artistic merit. Our admissions policy does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, sexual preference, religion, marital status, disability or nation of origin.
Our residents are chosen, annonymously, by a panel of jurors in their field. Starting in 2007, we will list the jurors on our Web site, after the 2007 residents have been selected. Look for the jury information in Spring 2007.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the Millay Colony for the Arts application. Download available here as PDF, 152k. Along with the application is required the following work samples.
An application form may also be requested by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
Administrative Office
The Millay Colony for the Arts
PO Box 3
Austerlitz, NY 12017
Application questions can be emailed to apply@millaycolony.org or contact Calliope Nicholas at 518 392-3103.
Work Sample Requirements:
- COMPOSERS: Submit four copies of a CD along with four copies of a standard size musical score (no larger than 14" X 17"). Do not put your name on the CD, or scores. Include four copies of your artist statement paper- clipped to the musical scores.
- VISUAL ARTISTS: Submit two CD copies of up to ten samples in jpeg format alon with a corresponding image list that cites titles, sizes, dates and medium. Please test CD's to make sure images open on Mac computers. Installition/Film Arts: One DVD, submit no more than two minutes duration of work sample. Also include seven copies of your artist statement (do not include your name on statement.)
- WRITERS: Submit seven copies of either a) no more than thirty pages in manuscript form, or b) up to ten poems in manuscript form no more than fifteen pages. Prose manuscripts must be double spaced, using an 11 or 12 pt. font. Do not put your name on any manuscript page, and number your pages. Staple or paperclip a copy of your Artist Statement to each of your work samples. Send six copies of the Artist Statement. Note: Do not include publishing or biographical information in Artist Statement. The Millay Colony does not accept translation projects for a residency. Only one copy of your Bio Statement is needed.
- Further instructions for submission are provided on the application form.
Fees
A $35 application fee is required, $60 for international applications. This is payable by check, money order, cashiers check drawn in U.S. dollars from a U.S. financial institution, or for international applications via our PayPal buttons, below (all major credit cards accepted). International applicants using paypal, still need to mail in their application and work samples as well as list date of paypal payment.
The Millay Colony does not require a residency fee, and does not pay any stipend or living allowance. Room, board, and studio space are provided. Transportation costs are the responsibility of the resident.
Application Deadline
Applications are due in the office (not postmarked) by October 1 for the residency season of the following year.
Collaborations
Artists who wish to apply as a collaborative team must each send a full application packet under separate cover. Each applicant must indicate their interest in being offered a residency if their collaborator is not recommended by the Admissions Committee.
Selection of Artists
Applicants are recommended for a residency by admissions committees comprised of professional artists in the same discipline. Committee members are rotated on a yearly basis.
Notification Deadline
Notifications are sent out by February 1st.
Residency Season
The Millay Colony accommodates a multidisciplinary group of six artists for residencies that are 3 - 4 weeks long during each of the months of April - November.
Supplies & Equipment
The Millay Colony does not provide artists' supplies, computers, or printers. There are two Internet/E-mail stations set up in commons areas. A fax machine and photocopier are available in the Administrative Office.
Daily Schedule
Residents are free to organize their time in a manner that is optimal for their work.
Meals
The Millay Colony provides food for breakfasts, lunches, and weekend dinners, and will make efforts to respond to vegetarian or other reasonable dietary requirements. On Monday through Friday evening meals are prepared. There is no obligation, however, to be present with the group at the prepared evening meal.
Smoking
The Millay Colony facilities are smoke free. Residents may smoke outside in designated areas.
Pets
With the exception of aide dogs, under no circumstances are personal pets allowed on the campus.
Guests
In order to preserve its retreat-like atmosphere, overnight guests are not permitted, and the dining room is reserved for residents' use only