about this program
Ignite Studio features a professional and emerging maker and artist to help patrons connect with different creative processes. Drop-in during open studio hours, sign-up for a class, or participate in an ongoing collaborative project during these 6-12 week residencies. The Maker-in-Residence Program is funded with support from the Friends of the Library.
Dave Arnold
meet
Mr. Arnold has applied his passion and experience of teaching art for over 35 years in all grade levels, including college, technical theater, and set design. As a master artisan and founder of Artisan Experience, LLC, he continues his passion of teaching and his love of history, cultural, and natural sciences through arts and traditional crafts. His motto is: “Reconnect to your past while creating a new present!”
He continues to partner with clients such as Newfield’s Star Studio, the Indiana State Museum, Fishers Parks, State Parks Westminster, and IPS to mention a few.
see
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Dave Arnold
PROFESSIONAL ARTIST & SCULPTOR
meet
Mr. Arnold has applied his passion and experience of teaching art for over 35 years in all grade levels, including college, technical theater, and set design. As a master artisan and founder of Artisan Experience, LLC, he continues his passion of teaching and his love of history, cultural, and natural sciences through arts and traditional crafts. His motto is: “Reconnect to your past while creating a new present!”
He continues to partner with clients such as Newfield’s Star Studio, the Indiana State Museum, Fishers Parks, State Parks Westminster, and IPS to mention a few.
Dave’s work
become a maker
professional maker
Ignite Studio seeks applications for our professional maker-in-residence twice yearly. A professional maker serves a 12-week term of residency, receives a stipend (funded by the Friends of the Library), a modest budget for supplies, and access to a 1600 sq. ft. residency studio devoted specifically to their craft. In return, Ignite staff asks each resident to offer 8 hours of experiences to Ignite patrons each week through open studio hours, classes, workshops, and other experiences.
emerging maker
Ignite Studio seeks applications for our emerging maker-in-residence twice yearly. An emerging maker serves a 6-week term of residency, receives a modest budget for supplies and have access to a 1600 sq. ft. studio devoted specifically to their craft. In return, Ignite staff asks each resident to offer 4 hours of experiences to Ignite patrons each week through open studio hours and drop-in activities.
How can I apply to become Ignite Studio’s Maker-in-Residence?
Download a copy of our application guidelines to learn more about the application process.
Professional Maker-in-Residence Application Guidelines
Emerging Maker-in-Residence Application Guidelines
How is a Maker-in-Residence selected?
The Maker-in-Residence is selected through a jury process. Jury members include HEPL staff, representatives of organizations with whom Ignite often collaborates, members of the Friends of the Library, and past Makers-in-Residence.
What does Ignite Studio look for in a Maker-in-Residence?
An ideal Maker-in-Residence has an interest in inviting people into their creative process and experience teaching at some level. We look for an artist with various content expertise including but not limited to 2D art and 3D visual art, performing arts, multidisciplinary arts, science and engineering, and craft.
How does a Maker-in-Residence schedule get set?
Once selected, the Maker-in-Residence works with the Ignite Studio manager to determine a schedule and variety of experiences for Ignite Studio patrons.