Apprentice / Paid Intern

Location: Monterey, CA
Compensation: $20–$25 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Part-time / flexible hours

Richard MacDonald Studios is offering a rare opportunity for an apprentice or paid intern to work directly with Richard MacDonald, one of the most celebrated figurative sculptors of our time.

Richard’s work has been exhibited and collected internationally, with monumental installations at The Royal Ballet in London, The Olympics, and Cirque du Soleil, where his art continues to define the spirit of human performance. His mastery of anatomy, emotion, and movement has influenced sculptors around the world and established him as a leading figure in contemporary realism.

This is a hands-on apprenticeship inside an active fine art studio, ideal for an artist eager to learn directly from one of the few remaining master sculptors still working at this level. You’ll be part of the process, not watching from the sidelines.

Who You Are:

• A college student or recent graduate in Fine Art, Sculpture, or a related discipline 
• Grounded in form, proportion, and creative fundamentals with some experience in sculpture or design
• Comfortable working in a hands-on studio environment
• Reliable, organized, and proactive - able to take direction while anticipating what’s next
• Motivated by learning the discipline, process, and mindset behind museum-quality art

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with sculpting, mold-making, and studio organization
• Help document and catalog works through photography and digital archiving
• Prepare materials and support the creation of new sculptures from concept to completion
• Participate in studio discussions on composition, design, and project development
• Observe and learn the rhythm, discipline, and creative standards that define the studio

Why This Matters:
This apprenticeship offers rare, direct access to one of the most accomplished sculptors of our era. You’ll gain first-hand experience in the methods, standards, and artistic philosophy that go into creating lasting, world-class works of art.

To Apply:
Please email a short introduction, resume, and digital portfolio of your work to office_assistant@richardmacdonald.com.
Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview with Richard MacDonald.