Your practice at Artspace
Artspace studios are filled through a juried process.
Artspace houses 30 partially subsidized studios appropriate for visual artists. Studios range from 182 to 530 square feet. Studio rent is currently charged at $17.50 per square foot on an annual basis. Monthly rents range from $265-770. Studio leases last 1 year and may be renewed for up to a total of 5 years.
Artspace studios are ideal for artists who are committed to their practice, to seeking artistic + professional development, to engaging with visitors, and to being a part of and contributing to a dynamic community of artists and creative thinkers. Artists are expected to work 15-20 hours a week in their studio during our public hours.
Amenities
- 182 to 530 sq. ft. studios
- 24-hour access to the building
- Wi-Fi access
- Elevator access to the second floor
- Up to 30 Artspace artists working on-site including short-term residency artists
- Participation in monthly First Friday gallery walks
- An average of 1500+ visitors per month connecting with studio artists
- No commission on sales within studios
- Rent is inclusive of all utilities and includes access to a work sink, kiln, and spray booth
- Access to a fridge, microwave, and break room shared with Artspace staff
- Free Artspace membership
- Free ticket to Art Bash, Artspace’s annual fundraiser
- Access to exhibition, teaching, and professional development opportunities, and more
Current Openings
Studio 102
266 sq ft. // $387.92 monthly rent
Located on the first floor. Includes a south-facing window. No sink.
Studio 109A
193 sq ft. // $281.46 monthly rent
Located on the first floor. No window or sink.
Studio 110
237 sq ft. // $345.63 monthly rent
Located on the first floor. No window or sink.
Studio 203
320 sq ft. // $466.67 monthly rent
Located on the second floor. Includes a south-facing window and a sink.
Studio 208
497 sq ft. // $724.79 monthly rent
Located on the second floor. Includes an east-facing window and a sink.
Studio 210
256 sq ft. // $373.33 monthly rent
Located on the second floor. No window or sink.
Studio 212
528 sq ft. // $748 monthly rent
Located on the second floor. Includes a sink. No window.
Studio 214
385 sq ft. // $545.42 monthly rent
Located on the second floor. Includes a sink. No window.
Studio 215A
199 sq ft. // $281.92 monthly rent
Located on the second floor. No window or sink.
Studio 217
441 sq ft. // $643.13 monthly rent
Located on the second floor. Includes two east-facing windows and a sink.
Studio 219
405 sq ft. // $573.75 monthly rent
Located on the second floor. Includes a south-facing window and a sink.
Studios will be cleaned and repainted before being passed on to the next artist. To see the full size and shape of the studios, please visit Artspace during our open hours.
There are no studios available at this time. Our studio leases turn over each year in July, so the next call for studio rentals will open in mid-March 2026.
To be notified when the call for studio rentals goes live, sign up for our “Calls for Art” email list.
Accessibility
Artspace studios are located on the first and second floors of the building, which are accessible by elevator or stairs. Most studios are open air, and sound and scents may carry. Learn about all accessibility resources available at Artspace here.
If you have an accommodation you would like to request, or if you have a question or suggestion about our accessibility, please contact April Hagins, Arts Administrator + Accessibility Coordinator at 919.821.2787 or ahagins@artspacenc.org.
Everyone should have the opportunity to experience the creative process. We do not discriminate on any basis, including race/ethnicity, religion, age, physical ability, sexual orientation, or gender/gender identity. Artspace is committed to increasing accessibility and broadening access to the arts; we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience the creative process. Everyone is welcome at Artspace.
l-r: Adriana Ameigh greets visitors in Artspace studio; Tessa Dahlmann smiles with painting in Artspace studio
Eligibility
- Professional, dedicated, working artists with a deep commitment to their practice.
- Artists must be over 18 years of age.
- Artspace strives to host artists working in a wide array of media.
- Artists must be ready to work in an open studio setting with public hours.
- Artist duos may apply and share a studio, but will be billed with one lease.
Frequently Asked Questions
A studio lease lasts for one year (beginning in July and ending in June), and can be renewed up to four times for a total maximum term of 5 years.
Selected artists may move in as early as July 11.
Term limits help ensure that subsidized studio spaces remain accessible to a broad range of artists over time.
Artspace is open to artists working in a variety of media, including painting, drawing, ceramics, printmaking, textile and fashion design, installation art, and more. However, artists working with toxic materials, hazardous machinery, etc., will not be considered due to limitations within the building.
Artspace studio artists are expected to work in their studios for 15–20 hours per week during public hours (Thursday–Saturday, 11 AM–7 PM; Sunday, 11 AM–4 PM). This helps ensure visitors can explore open studios and meet artists during their visit, while also supporting opportunities for artist engagement and sales.
Studio artists have 24-hour access to the building and are welcome to work in their studios outside of public hours as well.
The studio must serve as the artists’ primary workspace. Artists can choose to sell work in their studio, but they must use the space to actively work on their art practice.
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer parking for our studio artists. There are many parking options nearby, including garages with free parking on weekends and after 7pm.
Service animals are always allowed in Artspace studios. Studio artists may bring their non-service pets at their own discretion, but are responsible for any damages they may cause.
Please reach out to Alexandra Jane, Artist Programs Manager, at awalker@artspacenc.org.
During open hours, Artspace’s front desk is staffed. Each studio has an individual lock, and the building is equipped with security cameras and an alarm system.
Selection Criteria
- Demonstrated commitment to a professional artistic practice.
- Readiness to engage with and benefit from the Artspace Studio Program.
- Potential to further develop an innovative creative practice and/or impact the community.
- Comfortable engaging and sharing about your art practice with visitors of all ages
- Please review all of our Studio Artist Community Guidelines here.
Submission Requirements
- 5 digital images of works completed within the past two years. Images must be in JPEG format.
- Image list. File names should be matched to an image list. For each image, please list: title, media, dimensions (h x w) and date completed.
- Resume or CV.
- Artist statement. No more than 150 words.
- Studio Use Statement. A description of how you intend to use the studio space and how the opportunity will impact your career. No more than 150 words.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the application form. Applications are due on April 3, 11:59pm.
Applications must be submitted through the application form made available each spring. To be notified when the call for studio rentals goes live, sign up for our “Calls for Art” email list.
Clockwise from top left: Erin Ives in her Artspace studio, Jim Hallenbeck creating work in his Artspace studio, aerial view of Artspace studios. Header: Kenia Brea working at Artspace.