Artist-in-Residence

Shames JCC Artist-In-Residence Program

2026 JCC Artist-In-Residence: Kit Demirdelen

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to our inaugural artist, Kit Demirdelen. In the coming months, we will host casual meet-and-greets with Kit in the JCC lobby, offering opportunities to see and hear about her work, and create something together. Kit will also present an exhibition of her work at the JCC in December 2026 and lead a series of community workshops.

Upcoming Programs:

Meet Our Artist in Residence, Kit Demirdelen
Wednesday, 10/28; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm in the Main Lobby

Meet Kit Demirdelen, our Artist in Residence, and learn about her artwork, creative practice, and upcoming programs at the JCC.

Gel Printing Workshop with Kit Demirdelen
Tuesday, 11/10; 1:00 to 2:30 pm
$5 members / $10 nonmembers

Explore gel plate printmaking with Artist in Residence Kit Demirdelen. Experiment with color, texture, and layering to create your own prints. No experience necessary. All materials are included. Sign Up

Artist Meetup with Kit Demirdelen
Wednesday, 12/9; 6:30 to 8:00 pm
$5 members / $10 nonmembers

Join Artist in Residence Kit Demirdelen for an evening designed for local artists. Kit will share her work, discuss her creative process, and lead a small art project inspired by her practice. Connect with fellow artists, exchange ideas, and explore new creative approaches. Light refreshments will be served. Sign Up

About the Artist-In-Residence Program

This residency aims to support the creative work of local artists while enriching our vibrant community through creativity and shared experiences.

We invite practicing artists in all disciplines—visual arts, writing, performance, music, interdisciplinary work, and more—to apply. The residency is designed for artists who live locally (within Westchester or nearby) and can spend regular time on-site at the Shames JCC.

Residency Includes:

• A complimentary membership to the JCC for the duration of the residency (6–12 months)
• Limited access to shared community and programming spaces
• An opportunity to exhibit, perform, or install your work at the JCC
• An optional pop-up shop in our lobby
• $500 towards materials

Artist Commitments:

• Be a practicing artist currently engaged in a creative discipline
• Reside locally and be able to engage regularly on-site at the JCC
• Lead 3 community engagement activities (e.g., workshops, open studios, collaborative projects)If feasible, create a permanent or semi-permanent work that remains at the JCC

We’re looking for artists who are excited to share their process, connect with others, and contribute to our community through their work.

Email Jillian at programs@shamesjcc.org for more information on applying.