Artists Communities: A Directory of Residencies that Offer time and Space for Creativity (Artists Communities: A Directory of Residences That Offer Time & Spa) [Paperback]

The Alliance of Artists' Communities (Author), Robert Macneil (Introduction)

Book Description

Series: Artists Communities: A Directory of Residences That Offer Time & Spa | Publication Date: April 1, 2005

Introduction by Robert MacNeil



The bible of creative residency programs returns, with fresh information and new features for artists of all disciplines. More than 300 programs worldwide are described, with 95 leading communities featured in two-page spreads with photographs. The user-friendly layout allows for quick scans of facility descriptions, deadlines, fees, selection processes, odds of acceptance, special programs, and more. For artists seeking to boost their creativity in a fresh and inspiring setting, Artists' Communities is the definitive sourcebook.



• Information on more than 300 residency programs worldwide, with 95 leading communities featured in photographic spreads


• Replaces ISBN: 1-58115-044-X


• Behind-the-scenes reports from five artists in different disciplines


• Edited by senior staff of the Alliance Artists' Communities



"A must for artists of all types."
-Art Times

Editorial Reviews

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"Thoughtfully designed and up-to-date, this is a comprehensive, well-organized directory."
(Library Journal )

About the Author

The Alliance of Artists Communities is the only national service organization for artists' communities.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Allworth Press; 3 edition (April 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581154046
• ISBN-13: 978-1581154047
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.6 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #135,534 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #52 in Books > Education & Reference > Catalogs & Directories > Directories

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource!, September 21, 2008

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Asuka Goto "AG" (Philadelphia, PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Artists Communities: A Directory of Residencies that Offer time and Space for Creativity (Artists Communities: A Directory of Residences That Offer Time & Spa) (Paperback)

A comprehensive guide to art residencies in the United States - complete with application due dates, residency fees, etc. Highly recommended!

2 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Artist Communities, January 11, 2007

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It was very helpful, I hope that I get to experience these locations.

1 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Worthless, December 28, 2008

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Randall W. Klarin "reggae ran" (Santa Monica, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Artists Communities: A Directory of Residencies that Offer time and Space for Creativity (Artists Communities: A Directory of Residences That Offer Time & Spa) (Paperback)

This summary was misleading and the book is useless for non-professional artists. I expected to find info on where to go for artist retreats.