space and time to Focus on Your Work
Studio Space
A private studio is provided. It is approx 200sq ft with high ceilings, free wireless access, natural light, tables, shelves, comfy sitting chair for contemplation. Backyard access to chimnea and picnic table seating.
Visual Arts: This is a non-toxic studio. Any medium accepted that meets this standard.
Writing: Fiction, Nonfiction, Playwriting, Poetry, Screenwriting, Translating, Graduate or Post-graduate research writing for thesis, dissertation, grant proposals, white papers. Editing and reviewing support for ESL writers available on-site.
The studio is in historic neighborhood 3 blocks from Main Street. Cultural Center focused on local Native American culture hosts daily evening events. Within walking, to community recreational center. Ten miles from Mesa Verde National Park.
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Living Space
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Private bedroom suite in main house. Private entrance, private bathroom with shower and kitchenette that includes, electric tea kettle, toaster, microwave and refrigerator. Queen size bed with linens provided. Suite has alcove suitable for 6 foot table [provided] and floor space for stretching/yoga etc. Limited access to washer and dryer. Outdoor clothesline available! See photos and detailed information.
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No meals/food provided. Local restaurants and coffee shops within easy walking. Full grocery store with organic produce, Health food store and seasonal Farmer's Market on Saturdays within walking. You are responsible for purchase and preparation of meals
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Availability & Fee
As of August 2011, we are accepting application for March through November 2012. There is availability for October and November 2011. Contact us at info@rockstackstudio.com or 505.686.3259.
Support
We encourage you to apply for partial or full funding from your local arts organization or other resources. Let us know if you would like a letter of support.
How to Apply: Application
For visiting artists and writers who are interested in 2-week to 4-week residencies.
Currently accepting applications for stays February - November 2012
Please complete a short application. The application process is ongoing until full. All applicants will recieve notification within four weeks.
Application fee: $15 [non refundable]
Where is Cortez?
Located in Southwestern Colorado: Elevation 6200 ft. Population: 8700. Four corners area of Utah, Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado.
The studio is in historic neighborhood 3 blocks from Main Street. Cultural Center focused on local Native American culture hosts daily evening events. Within walking, to community recreational center. Ten miles from Mesa Verde National Park.
Options for getting here
Airport Access*
Cortez, Colorado has a local airport. Flights are twice a day and connect with the Denver hub. Great Lakes Airlines is the local carrier and is affiliated with United Airlines.
Durango, Colorado has a local airport. Flights are several times a day and connect with Denver or Albuquerque, NM. The residence is 45 minutes from the airport. Arrangements can be made to pick you up and drop off. During your stay, amenities are easily accessible within a 5 to 10 minute walk from the residence.
Farmington, New Mexico has a local airport. Flights are several times a day and connect with Denver or Albuquerque, NM. The residence is 1.5 hours away from the airport. Arrangements can be made to pick you up and drop off. During your stay, amenities are easily accessible within a 5 to 10 minute walk from the residence.
Albuquerque, New Mexico is the closest international airport. The residence is 4.5 hours away from the airport. Arrangements can be made to pick you up and drop off. During your stay, amenities are easily accessible within a 5 to 10 minute walk from the residence.
Train Access*
Gallup, New Mexico: see Amtrak schedule
Grand Junction, Colorado: see Amtrak schedule
*Shuttle service to and and from airport[s] or train can be arranged.
Options for Getting Around when you are here & Sites in the area
Local travel is available. Rental cars and taxi's provide services. Other arrangements can be discussed.
There are many interesting sites in the local area. Personal guided tours or interviews in local Indian country are available.
Sites within one hour's drive
Within 2. 5 hour's drive
Sites in and around Cortez
Services such as internet access, meals, art supplies, etc.
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless internet throughout property. Printer is not provided. Office supply store and photocopying within walking. Local coffee shops and library have access to free wi-fi.
Art Supplies
There is an office supply store which can order some art supplies but there is no art supply store in Cortez. Materials may be shipped UPS or FedEx one week in advance to your stay.
Accessibility
Location is not handicap accessible.
Other facilities and services
Rides to and from airport/train can be arranged.
Smoking NOT permitted.
Editing support for research or grant proposal writing (ESL and non-ESL) available on-site
Behind the scene Who is doing all the work?
Lori Hinrichsen has been traversing the country for the last seven years. She was actively involved in consecutive art residencies and teaching workshops in Northern California at the Mendocino Art Center. She was on staff at the Vermont Studio Center for several years. Lori received a Fellowship from the Virginia Center for Creative Arts and was awarded a Full Fellowship from the Vermont Studio Center in printmaking. She has enjoyed teaching art and being a guide to people in their creative process and has recently started teaching workshops in vermont and beyond. Lori is currently living and working in the Champlain Valley. Her creative processes include printmaking, photography, and installation. www.lorihinrichsen.com
Janel Hinrichsen has spent much of her life in creative and communicative settings. Always living and being part of a university and college life, she has gravitated towards individuals who seek to express themselves through writing and visual arts. Communicating with individuals who come from diverse backgrounds, live in diverse communities, and are introspective are important to her. Janel’s career in higher education encompasses teaching and learning in the fields of intercultural education, multicultural transformation, linguistics, English, social psychology, racism and prejudice issues, and organizational communication. She is a college professor and consultant.
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