FOSAS Artist in Residence
​Artist in Residence – Summer 2026
Part-Time, Seasonal | Jewelry & Metal Arts Focus
Friends of Sharon Art Studio (FOSAS) invites applications for our 2026 Artist in Residence (AIR) program. This 10-week summer residency supports one artist’s creative practice while embedding them in our youth jewelry and metal arts camps.
This is a part-time, seasonal opportunity designed for artists who enjoy working in a public studio, value teaching and mentorship, and are excited to balance studio practice with meaningful community engagement.
What the Residency Includes
Paid Youth Camp Classroom Role (Required)
During youth camp weeks, the Artist in Residence serves as a formal classroom assistant in Teen and Tween Jewelry & Metal Arts camps.
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Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:30am–3:30pm (camp weeks only)
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Compensation: $30/hour
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Training: Paid staff training in early June
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Artists who meet qualifications may be eligible to substitute as a lead instructor when needed
Artist in Residence Studio Practice
Outside of camp weeks, the Artist in Residence focuses on developing a body of original work.
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Self-directed studio schedule coordinated with staff
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Designated workbench in the Jewelry Studio
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$500 materials grant to support project-related supplies
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Participation in an end-of-residency showcase and artist talk
Who This Is For
We encourage applications from artists who:
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Work in jewelry, metal arts, or related practices
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Enjoy engaging with youth ages 11–17
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Are comfortable in a busy, public studio environment
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Value collaboration, mentorship, and community-based art making
Residency Dates & Timeline
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Application opens: January 1, 2026
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Application deadline: March 6, 2026
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Notifications: Mid-March 2026
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Residency period: June–August 2026
How to Apply
Applicants will be asked to submit:
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A short statement of interest
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A portfolio (5–10 images)
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A brief CV or bio
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Availability for June–August 2026
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A letter of recommendation
Questions or Ready to Apply?
Contact Nicki Guard, Executive Director
nicki@sharonartstudio.org
Residency Retrospective: Spotlight on Alumni
Rowan Hunt
FOSAS Artist in Residence 2025
Rowan Anzu Hunt is a San Francisco–born jewelry artist whose work explores natural history, deep time, and personal heritage. A former Sharon Art Studio camp assistant, Rowan first discovered metalsmithing in the studio’s jewelry program and has since developed a contemporary practice rooted in scientific reverence and narrative design. Their Ammonite Ring Series (2024) was inspired by fossils collected by maternal relatives on England’s Jurassic Coast. The series uses wire weaving, lost-wax casting, and textured metalwork to create pieces that serve as both adornment and artifact. Rowan’s work has been featured in Kendall Reiss’s Shiny Things exhibition and the student-curated Losing My Religion show at Bromfield Gallery. A BFA candidate at the Museum of Fine Arts and BA candidate in American Studies at Tufts University, Rowan completed their residency at Sharon Art Studio in Summer 2025.
Sierra Apicella
FOSAS Artist in Residence 2024
I am a third-year Jewelry and Metals student with a double major in Illustration at Rochester Institute of Technology. I am very passionate about my work, and very enthusiastic about sharing the craft with others! I believe it is so important that young adults understand that being an artist is definitely something that can be pursued if you work for it. I am confident in my ability to create a safe and respectful learning environment for students of all ages. I have had a unique experience with my schooling in a very diverse environment and I have a lot to offer teenagers in the art space. I have strong technical skills in metals, from fabrication to casting to welding, and my skill set grows every day.
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Update: Sierra completed her degree in 2025, moved back to the Bay Area, and is on staff teaching Jewelry and Metal Arts classes. We're thrilled to have her back!