Future Ink Graphics’ (FIG) Anne Kibbe Residency Program for Women is a fully funded, 3 month, fall residency awarded to a creative annually who self-identifies as a woman, and wants to learn about digital arts and technology, and silkscreen printing.
Future Ink Graphics’ (FIG) Anne Kibbe Residency Program for Women is a fully funded, 3 month, fall residency awarded to a creative annually who self-identifies as a woman, and wants to learn about digital arts and technology, and silkscreen printing. This program provides access to FIG's facility and ongoing support to qualified applicants.
The residency includes:
- Access to FIG's facility
- 20 hours of one on one training in digital arts and/or silkscreen
- A stipend for supplies
- Inclusion in FIG's Women Who Print show
- The opportunity to conduct a demo or artists talk at the end of the residency, offered free to the public
Timeline:
- Applications Open: August 17, 2026
- Application Deadline: Sept. 4, 2026
- Artist Notification: Sept. Sept. 14, 2026
- Residency Period: Oct. 5 – Dec. 11, 2026 (10 weeks)
The goal of the residency is to provide resources, training and opportunities to women artists and help to further develop their skills. By offering the residency at no cost to the artist, FIG continues its commitment to contributing to a more accessible and equitable arts community.
Anne Kibbe was a printmaker and instructor. She was a graduate of the Cleveland Institute of Art and her work is in several collections including the Westin. Anne volunteered at local print shops and had two studios in the city. In 2021, after her passing, her family generously donated her equipment and artwork to FIG. To honor Anne and her contributions to the growth of Cleveland artists, particularly women, FIG has created a residency program in her name.
"She was experimental and adventurous with her art…She understood creative people, and encouraged people to explore their creative side. She would compliment you on your bad handwriting, saying it had consistency and that's what made it good." – Ellie Kibbe
This program is supported by the Kibbe Family and the launch of the residency program was supported by the Chuck and Char Fowler Family Foundation.
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