AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

from Franklin Furnace

We are thrilled to announce the open call for our Small Press Incubator Program, an opportunity for BIPOC writers and poets to explore book-making and publishing. This 8-week program, running from October 21, 2024, to December 12, 2024, offers studio access, a $2,000 stipend, a $1,000 materials budget, and 30 hours of workshops on Design, Riso Printing, and Bookbinding. Participants will also receive personalized mentorship from industry professionals and have the chance to present their publishing projects at a final public program.

Designed specifically for BIPOC writers, artists, and poets, this program fosters a supportive and inclusive environment. We aim to empower participants to turn their publishing ideas into reality, providing the skills, context, and community needed to start a small press. The application period is open from June 26, 2024, to August 18, 2024, with an information session on August 2, 2024, from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM ET. Notifications of acceptance will be sent by September 20, 2024, we will be accepting four participants in total.

For more details and to apply, please visit CenterforBookArts.org If you have any questions, contact education@centerforbookarts.org. We look forward to your applications!