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The Silver Factory is accepting applications from emerging artists
who are working with photography or incorporating photography into
their finished art. Artists accepted into the program have full
use of the program facility for one month. The programs facility
enables artists to work in color, black and white and with many
alternative photographic processes. Artists may complete works in
progress or work on new projects. The following are available to
participating artists:
- A professional photographer for assistance and instruction in
techniques and equipment
- A fully equipped photography studio
- A variety of cameras and formats with which to work
- Photographic supplies (film, paper, chemistry, etc.)
- Electronic flash equipment with light modifiers
- Tungsten lighting equipment and modifiers
- Black and White darkroom
- Polaroid Emulsion and Image transfer equipment and instruction
- Hand coloring equipment and instruction
- Photography, Books and videocassette library
After completing the program artists may be asked to speak in a public
forum about their program experiences. Art created will be shown in
local venues. Participating artists are required to provide a small
portfolio to the Silver Factory for resale in support of program activities.
Applications are accepted year round. Applicants must complete an
application, submit a
portfolio of 10-20 images, provide return postage or pickup their
portfolio and pay a fee as
follows:
Artists - $15.00
College Student (enrolled full time)- $10.00
High School Student - $5.00 (High School applicants are for one to
two week periods) Checks payable to The Silver Factory.
No other fees apply.
Do Not Send Originals! Slides or prints are recommended. The Silver
Factory is not liable for
any damaged or lost portfolios. For delivery and pickup of portfolios
call 315-682-7042 Monday
Please contact us for
an application |