Artist in Residence Program
Launching in 2018, the Artist in Residence program brings together contemporary artists to live at the Village while producing works that are inspired by the landscape and culture of the Shakers.
Artists are given a workshop location within the Village and are encouraged to install existing works, as well, as create new work. Throughout their residency, artists are expected to interact with visitors and discuss their creative process.
The goals of this program are to:
- To encourage artists who are inspired by the Canterbury Shakers and their architecture, traditional crafts, furniture, artistic endeavors, and the overall landscape of the Village.
- To provide artists with a place to experiment with their artist practice and showcase new work.
- To tap into and grow a new audience at the Village while providing new programming opportunities for local artists and creatives.
- To offer visitors a different perspective and a new outlook on what kind of inspiration the Village can offer to local artists.
The Summer 2018 artists were:
The Summer 2019 artists were:
- Rachelle Beaudoin
- Jason Correia
- Patrick Cunha
- Ann Saunderson
- Brandy Williams