Application Requirements

The Hermitage Museum & Gardens is offering artists the opportunity to apply for one of six working studios available through the Hermitage Studio Artist Program.  Studios are located adjacent to the Visual Arts School in the Cottage on the grounds of the Hermitage.  Studio space is available for rent, fees range from $185-$260, utilities included, per month for a maximum of one year, at which point, artists may resubmit an application for continuance in the program. (See Cottage Floor Plans for specific studio space pricing and measurements)

The Hermitage is seeking out artists who are active, self-motivated, interested in the exchange of artistic ideas, and open to sharing their artistic processes with others.  A panel comprised of museum staff, artists, curators, and arts professionals will select artists based on the quality of work, professional commitment, and interest in participating in a stimulating and creative environment.  Selected artists will be asked to interview with the panel prior to acceptance.

Requirements of studio participants:

  • Artists must maintain studio space at professional standards and be welcoming of Hermitage visitors.

Benefits of the Studio Artist Program:

  • Artists will have access to studios 24 hours per day.
  • Artists may display and sell artwork in-studio without a commission charge.
  • Program artists will have the opportunity to be included in one group exhibition per year in the Hermitage Museum changing galleries without a commission charge.  Participation in the group exhibition is not mandatory.
  • Artists and artwork will be featured on the Hermitage Museum website online gallery page.
  • Artists will be representatives of the Hermitage and will have the opportunity to interact with the public and the arts community at Hermitage Museum events.

Portfolio Submissions should include:

  • Name, address, phone number, email address
  • Artist statement and brief biography (in this section, please tell us why you would find a studio space at the Hermitage mutually beneficial)
  • Résumé or CV
  • 15-20 unaltered digital images of finished work in JPEG format
  • Identification sheet for submitted images which should include brief descriptions, dimensions, title, media, and any pertinent commentary
  • Description of specific requirements for studio space, such as special equipment, toxic material waste disposal, etc.
  • Two letters of recommendation (may arrive separately) and two separate references
  • $25 non-refundable processing fee

Submissions may be delivered by electronic mail to kg@thfm.org or by regular mail to:

Hermitage Museum & Gardens
Public Programs
7637 North Shore Road
Norfolk, Virginia 23505

Should you have any questions about the above or the Hermitage Studio Artist Program in general, please contact Kate Gebler, Public Programs Manager, at
(757) 423-2052 ext. 207 or kg@thfm.org. 

 

Hermitage Museum & Gardens
7637 North Shore Road
Norfolk VA 23505


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