The ACTIVE SPACE is a progressive arts center in the fast growing community of Bushwick, Brooklyn. Once a feather factory, this three story 100 year old building was completely gutted to become the new home to thirty seven artists’ studios as well as a new 1600 sf Art Gallery. The Active Space is a green and secure building comprised of affordable, well lit, high ceiling, clean, private studios - designed specifically for serious artists to advance their craft and careers.
The configuration, design, amenities and general feel of the studios and building truly provide those elements most important for promoting the creative environment in which our members thrive.
The ACTIVE SPACE has become known for this pleasant and peaceful environment, free of distractions and imbued with a strong sense of community and camaraderie of our members. Community is paramount within the ACTIVE SPACE and is what sets this venue apart from other buildings housing artist studios. Artist work within the privacy of their own studios but are afforded the opportunity to collaborate with one another as well as exhibit and plan shows within the space.
STUDIOS
The ACTIVE SPACE provides a nurturing environment for working artists who rent individual studio spaces. To ensure both high quality work and professional commitment, artists are juried through a supported application and review process. The goal of the space is to provide artists with an exciting, thought-provoking creative environment. Selected artists participate in open studios and other events sharing our process with the greater community of Bushwick.
Verizon FiOS WiFi access
Each studio is private with own locks and keys
Windows and floor to ceiling walls
24/7 electronic key access
plenty of on street parking
CitiBike dock across the street
short walk to the L train
One year leases
Freight elevator access
off street loading dock elevator access
Large communal sinks and bathrooms on each floor
Storage space available
Access to large dumpsters
25/7 surveillance both inside and out
personal cell phone door buzzer (so you never miss a package)
and to top it all off there is a coffee shop next door
what more could you ask for!?
STUDIO APPLICATION
To apply email us your portfolio or website!
activespacestudios@gmail.com
This process is to make sure that prospective artists are a good match for the space and our community as well as encourage diversity in artistic practice and personal background.