Nestled in the heart of Wisconsin, the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum opened in 1976 alongside an avian-themed inaugural exhibition that became the world-renowned Birds in Art. From its inception, the Woodson Art Museum has provided Wausau and its surrounding areas with access to exceptional exhibitions celebrating the marriage of nature and art.
The Woodson Art Museum Artist Residency will bring visual artists from across the country to the Wausau area annually. Participating artists will be included in community programming developed with Museum staff. The program supports artists by providing a studio space, living space, honorarium, as well as networking and outreach opportunities. Each residency is unique. Residencies are organized by Museum staff members and are catered to each artist’s strengths and interests. Artists will be expected to participate in outreach or educational programs over the course of their residency and are given the opportunity to teach hands-on workshops to a variety of audience types. Artists will be expected to keep regular open studio hours for a minimum of two days a week over the course of the residency during the Museum’s open hours so visitors can observe and engage with the resident artist.
Residency Eligibility
Residency Experience Summary
Application Information
Visual artists at any stage in their career and working in any medium are welcome to apply. Artists must be over the age of 21 and living and working in the United States.
Participating artists will receive an honorarium in addition to reimbursement for travel, mileage and meal expenses. Supplies and materials for workshops, classes, and outreach will be covered by the Woodson Art Museum.