Pilchuck’s Fellowship is a dynamic professional development and educational program created to support emerging artists who want to take the next step toward a career in glass. This comprehensive program aims to eliminate financial barriers while offering fellows the chance to refine their creative practice and build valuable professional skills in an inspiring and supportive environment.
The Pilchuck Fellowship spans two consecutive summer sessions. During one of the sessions, Fellows participate as students in a workshop of their choosing (subject to availability). During the other session, they work on seasonal staff, gaining practical studio experience. Throughout both sessions, Fellows take part in professional development training, focusing on honing skills essential for independent artists.
Pilchuck Glass School is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. This fellowship is designed to remove financial barriers for groups that have been historically underrepresented at the school.
If you are looking for an opportunity to help launch your artistic career, look no further.
A key feature of the program is it allows fellows to fully engage in student learning and on the job training without having to balance the demands of both simultaneously. During their student session fellows can fully immerse themselves in class to maximize their learning potential. They will have some professional development training during their student session, but this will be scheduled to have little to no impact on class time.
As seasonal staff, fellows play a crucial role in studio operations, working closely with Studio Coordinators, instructors, and TAs. The Program Assistant coordinates fellows’ schedules and tasks throughout the duration of the fellowship, ensuring a balanced experience. No prior experience is required, but practical skills and a strong desire to learn are essential. Fellows working as seasonal staff are compensated with an hourly rate at Washington State’s minimum wage.
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During both sessions, Fellows participate in professional development activities designed to hone essential skills needed for a career in the arts and provide them with networking opportunities.
Professional development activities may include:
Pilchuck Glass School is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Pilchuck Fellowship is designed to remove financial barriers for groups that have been historically underrepresented at the school. We hope the Fellowship serves as a springboard for these artists who are looking to launch their artistic glass career.
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Looking for an opportunity to surround yourself with the creative energy of glass artists from around the world while also gaining valuable teaching and studio experience? Teaching Assistants and Artist Assistants are a vital part of the Pilchuck community. They support the vision and goals of Instructors and Artists in Residence while helping to create a safe and inclusive learning environment.
Seasonal Staff are a valuable part of our educational programming, supporting campus, studio and program operations. Staff gain valuable professional skills, develop a network of peers, host events, sit in on artist talks, learn new glassworking techniques, enjoy studio access, and engage with Instructors and Artists in Residence.