DOUG DACAR | ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE

ANNEX STUDIO | DECEMBER 4 – 24, 2024

ARTIST STATMENT

I will be working with slabs and pieces of wet clay, paints and mediums which will be applied to the clay, creating prints. I will be taking clay out into the park and making some impressions from nature to see what develops when other materials are used for making prints. Whenever I’m creating, process and discoveries are as important as the created piece. I’m excited to work in a location where I plan on pushing my knowledge and experience with this process. Creating, discovery and play are valuable bonding skills we all have in common. I believe communities have more in common than differences and I see this as an opportunity to share in curious creating.

EVENTS

OPEN STUDIO | Saturday, December 7 from 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.

Come meet Doug during open studio hours and learn more about his process and work. The open studio is happening as part of the the December 7th Holiday Happening. The galleries will be open for special holiday shopping experience with extra discounts for members and Open Museum at the Bush House Museum.

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COMMUNITY WORKSHOP | ART DEPARTMENT DATE TBD

A Workshop will be offered in collaboration with the Art Department during the AIR. Date coming soon!

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2025 APPLICATION ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE

The Salem Art Association is offering several categories as part of the 2024 Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program in the Annex at the Bush Barn Art Center. This residency offers a dedicated studio space for artist(s) to experiment and create new work.

Call for Artists -AIR application guidelines downloadable PDF

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About: Artist-in-Residence (AIR)

The Salem Art Association’s Community Arts Education program hosts an Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program in the Annex. This program aims to serve artists by providing a flexible space for artistic development and experimentation.

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FACILITY

AIR studio space is located in the Annex at the Bush Barn Art Center. Completely renovated in 2016, the studio is geared primarily toward printmaking but can accommodate artists working in a variety of media. Separated from the studio by two, large sliding doors (which can be left open to encourage public interaction while working), is a large gallery which is made available for the AIR to display their process and/or finished work, or host workshops, lectures, etc.

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QUESTIONS?

Please feel free to contact Kathleen Dinges Rice, Artists Resources and Outreach Director, at anytime with questions. She can be reached at 503-581-2228 x312 or Kathleen@SalemArt.org.