About the Studio Rental Program

The NBCCD Studio Rental Program offers students and recent alumni the opportunity to further their creative practice in a professional studio setting. Participants will have access to college facilities to refine their skills, build their portfolios, and work independently on their projects, all within a shared, well-maintained space.

This is a rental-based program, and participants will be required to pay studio fees. They will also be responsible for purchasing their own materials and consumables. Failure to make rental payments or provide necessary materials may result in removal from the program.

Important Dates

Application Deadline: March 27, 2026

Selection Announcement: April 7, 2026

Spring Rental Period: April 27 – May 29, 2026

Summer Rental Period: June 15 – August 15, 2026

Review the Studio Rental Program Policy.

Monthly Studio FeesStudio Rental

Ceramics: $300
Jewelry/Metal Arts: $300
Textile Design & Fashion Design: $100
Photography/Videography: $100

Studio Access and Responsibilities

Participants are required to:

• Pay a refundable damage deposit of $100 ($200 for photography/videography) before accessing the studio; responsible for purchasing and managing their own materials and consumables; must adhere to studio policies, including workspace maintenance and cleaning schedules; Participants are fully responsible for cleaning and maintaining their individual work areas (e.g., around looms, pottery wheels, workstations, etc.) on a regular basis. In addition, the Summer Studio Rental Representative (appointed participant) will assign general studio cleaning duties to ensure shared spaces remain clean and functional. Failure to fulfill either personal or assigned cleaning responsibilities may result in fines or loss of studio privileges.

• Submit a progress report at the end of the program. Failure to submit will affect future rental opportunities.

Hours and Weekend Access

Participants will have access to the studios from 8:30 AM to 11:00 PM.

• After 4:30 PM on weekdays and over weekends, participants must sign a designated access form before using the facilities.

• A minimum of two people must be always present on each floor when working outside of standard operating hours (8:30 am – 4:30 pm).

• The designated Summer Rental Representative (SRR) will be responsible for ensuring compliance with these safety measures.

• Participants working after hours do so at their own risk. NBCCD will not be liable for any incidents or injuries that occur during these hours.

Submit your application!

Complete the application form below and attach your proposal and portfolio as a single PDF document.

Email your completed application to Associate Dean Yalda Bozorg, yalda.bozorg@gnb.ca, before March 27 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Important Note: To maintain uninterrupted access to studio resources, please ensure that you order all necessary materials ahead of time. NBCCD is not responsible for delays due to unavailability of materials.

Applications will be reviewed by the respective Studio Heads and administrative staff. Approval is based on eligibility, studio capacity, and adherence to program guidelines.

Application Form