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Stephan G Stephansson Artist Residency Award

Deadline: Saturday, March 1 2025
Residencies
Stephan G Stephansson Artist Residency Award

The Stephan G. Stephansson Artist Residency Award was established in 2024 through an
agreement between the Stephan G. Stephansson Icelandic Society (SGSIS) and the Icelandic
National League of North America (INLNA). The Award is funded by the INLNA and
administered by The Buttermaker House Management Committee.

Purpose
The award recognizes the literary importance of Icelandic poet Stephan G. Stephansson and his
role in furthering the arts in both Iceland and Canada. It is in keeping with the missions of both
organizations: (1) SGSIS’s mission to build a vibrant rural community and enrich the cultural
tapestry of Alberta and Canada. (2) The INLNA’s mission to sustain the kinship between its
Canadian, American, and Icelandic members as well as North Americans interested in Iceland.

Location
The Buttermaker’s House is an artist residency which first opened its doors in 2022. It’s a
meticulously restored heritage farmhouse initially built in 1913. Fully renovated with new
furniture and appliances which maintain a classic aesthetic while providing modern comfort. The
house has a bedroom, living room, full kitchen, bathroom, and a small studio for working. The
house sits on a tree-lined lot along the slowly flowing Medicine River in the vibrant and dynamic
rural community of Markerville. It’s an excellent place to rest, reflect, create, and connect.

Amount of Award
With financial support from the INLNA, six weeks of residency time will be made available for
1-3 artists per year based on their eligibility. Number of awards and the length of the stay will be
determined based on the applications received. Deadline for submission is March 1st with the
recipient(s) being announced April 1st.

Eligibility
● Artists with Icelandic Heritage or artists working on projects relating to, or inspired by
Iceland, its people, culture, and/or environment
● Open to all disciplines of art. Feel free to contact SGSIS with questions about work space.
● Emerging and established artists are encouraged to apply
The Award will be awarded on the basis of the following criteria:
● Project description, 500 words or less on the project, your goals for the residency, and any
desired community engagement.
● 150 words or less on the connection the artist or the project to Iceland
● Applicant has applied for Buttermaker Artist in Residence Stay

Contact Info:
manager@historicmarkerville.com
Stephansson G. Stephansson Icelandic Society
114 Creamery Way
Markerville, Alberta
T0M 1M0
https://www.historicmarkerville.com/buttermaker-house.html