FOSAS Artist in Residence
Open Call Begins in January 2026
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Friends of Sharon Art Studio (FOSAS) is excited to announce the 2026 Artist-in-Residence (AIR) application period, opening January 1, 2026.
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Each summer, we welcome one artist to Sharon Art Studio for a 10-week residency that supports their creative practice while deepening the impact of our community programs. This residency is a cornerstone of our mission to make art accessible to all and to amplify the work of local artists in San Francisco.
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The FOSAS AIR program provides:
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A designated workbench in our Jewelry Studio
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$30/hr compensation for class assistance
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Opportunities to develop new work in response to a theme
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A community showcase at the end of the residency
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A chance to engage with youth, adult students, and our broader studio community
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Support from FOSAS, studio staff, board partners, and community sponsors
The AIR’s work becomes a focal point for storytelling, events, and community engagement during the summer session.
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Who Should Apply?
We encourage applications from:
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Emerging and established artists
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Jewelry/metalsmithing artists
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Artists working in themes of community, identity, place, craft, or material exploration
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Artists excited to engage with the public and our multi-generational studio community
Applicants must be comfortable assisting in teen and adult jewelry classes.
Application Timeline
Open Call Begins: January 1, 2026
Deadline to Apply: March 6, 2026
Notifications Sent: Mid-March
Residency Dates: June–August 2026
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
Why This Program Matters
Our Artist in Residence brings new energy into the studio each year. Their presence strengthens youth programming and invites our community to see the jewelry studio in new ways.
Donor support helps make this residency possible. Thank you for creating space for emerging artists to grow while inspiring hundreds of students across the summer.
Ready to Apply or have Questions?
Contact Nicki Guard, Executive Director
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!