Incubator Program for Emerging Artists
About The Durango Creative District Incubator for Emerging Artists
The Durango Creative District’s Incubator Program for Emerging Artists, coordinated by Executive Director Kathryn Waggener and DCD project manager Jared Reed, mentors new and emerging artists and provides them with a space for what is often their first solo or small group exhibition. Artists go through an eight-week training program in advance of exhibition, with the goal to improve the professionalism amongst visual artists working in and around Durango, and develop an opportunity to increase community and collector engagement and education.
Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
Past Exhibitions
Application
To be eligible for consideration for a solo exhibition, artists are required to present a cohesive body of work comprising a minimum of 10 artworks unified by a consistent theme and technique. A physical or online portfolio demonstrating these works is necessary for the application process, and portfolios hosted on social media platforms are acceptable for this purpose.
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Thank you for applying!
We will be reviewing applications for 2024-2025 on a rolling basis, selecting artists for 1 person solo exhibitions or up to 3 person (max) small group shows. The mission of the Incubator program is to offer artists an opportunity to build their resume with well-curated solo or group exhibitions, and build professional expertise in communication and visual display.
Please note: Exhibition slots for 2024 and 2025 are limited, and will be 8 weeks long and held at Stillwater Music’s new performance and exhibition space, The Light Box. If you are a business with potential exhibition space or have a relationship with a business that would allow public receptions and daytime gallery talks, please email director@durangocreativedistrict.org. We will be looking to launch and expand this program simultaneously.
