Joan Mitchell Center Residency

Joan Mitchell Center. Photo by Tim Hursley.

Joan Mitchell Center. Photo by Tim Hursley.

Artist in a studio at the Joan Mitchell Center. Photo by Tim Hursley

Artist in a studio at the Joan Mitchell Center. Photo by Tim Hursley

Joan Mitchell Center. Photo by Tim Hursley.

Joan Mitchell Center. Photo by Tim Hursley.

Open Studio event at Joan Mitchell Center. Photo by Cfreedom Photography.

Open Studio event at Joan Mitchell Center. Photo by Cfreedom Photography.

Joan Mitchell Center. Photo by Tim Hursley.

Joan Mitchell Center. Photo by Tim Hursley.

Common area, Joan Mitchell Center studio building

Common area, Joan Mitchell Center studio building

Open Studio event at Joan Mitchell Center.

Open Studio event at Joan Mitchell Center.

Joan Mitchell Center Residency

New Orleans, LA, United States

Residencies at the Joan Mitchell Center provide the crucial elements of time and space for artistic experimentation—while offering artists opportunities to engage with arts professionals, partner arts organizations, and others in the community. Light-filled private studios, digital media resources, and a stipend give artists the tools they need to experiment, focus on a new body of work, research, or simply reflect and recharge.

 

Artists-in-Residence receive:

  • A private studio in either the Spring or Fall residency session
  • Weekday meals
  • A $600 monthly stipend
  • A range of professional development and public engagement opportunities

New Orleans-based artists can apply for 5 month residencies. Former national Joan Mitchell Foundation grant recipients are eligible to apply for a 1 to 3 month residency, and are also provided on-campus living space, travel support, and a shipping reimbursement.

Contact

2275 Bayou Road
New Orleans, LA 70119
United States

Year Founded
2013
Context
Urban
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Associated with a foundation
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (no housing)
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Length
1 month - 5 months
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
10
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Drawing
Interdisciplinary Arts
Mixed Media
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture
Visual Arts
Installation Arts
Digital Media
Multimedia Arts
Photography
Companions
Pets are not allowed
Country of Residence
Only open to artists based in country the program is located
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Participate in public programming
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Opportunity to travel
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Unrestricted funding
Art production support
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Inspiration from natural environment
Inspiration from cultural context
Professional development support and/or trainings
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Additional Eligibility Information

The residency hosts visual artists working in any media at all points in their careers, from emerging artists working towards their first solo show, to mature artists reflecting on their life’s work. In late spring/early summer, New Orleans-based artists can apply through a free open call application, and former Joan Mitchell Foundation grant recipients are invited via email to apply. 

In order to meet program eligibility for the New Orleans Artists Open Call, individuals must meet the following criteria:

  • Identify as a visual artist and showcase a portfolio of work with a serious commitment to an artistic practice.
  • Live in New Orleans as your primary residence for at least 5 years or be a New Orleans native. Residents from both Orleans Parish and Jefferson Parish will be considered in this open call.
  • Complete and submit an application
  • Not be a past artist-in-residence at the Joan Mitchell Center

Up to two collaborating artists can apply jointly, provided that both artists are currently eligible (see criteria above). If applying as a team, please contact the Center before submitting your application.

Artist Stipend
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
Grant/Scholarship/other Funding Support
Application Fee
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Manual / handbook before arrival
Communication before arrival to discuss accommodations, medical conditions, or other health needs
Orientation upon arrival
Contact information and available accommodations for programs, events, and campus
Full description of accessibility on campus
Captions for videos
Links to resources, effective practices, grievance procedures, etc.
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
ADA Compliant
Additional Accessibility Information

The Center strives to be an inclusive and welcoming gathering place for artists and guests. With that in mind, we are continually working on improving accessibility at the Center for differently-abled individuals. All Center buildings have ADA accessible entry and exit points and bathrooms. The staff is ready, willing, and able to work with artists who have accessibility needs.

Please contact the staff if you require a trained Service Animal, as defined by the ADA. While Emotional Support Animals or Comfort Animals are often used as part of a medical treatment plan as therapy animals, they are not considered service animals under the ADA and will not be allowed.

Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

All Center buildings have ADA-accessible entry and exit points and bathrooms. All Artists-in-Residence, including those with limited mobility, will receive: 

  • 24/7 access to their studios

  • Weekly stipend of $150

  • Support from the Center’s studio assistants

  • Prepared meals on-site and available Monday through Friday (except holidays) 

  • Regularly scheduled professional development and networking programming

 

Please briefly describe the facilities and areas of the campus that are NOT accessible.

All Center buildings have ADA-accessible entry and exit points and bathrooms. If you have accessibility considerations, we ask that you inform the Program Associate or Director in advance of your residency, so that we can make arrangements for your participation. 

Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Accessible Housing
ADA Compliant
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Common/Communal Spaces Information

Residents staying on campus have private bed/bath suites and share an adjacent communal kitchen/dining space. Residents have 24/7 access to the kitchen area. Additionally, there is a small communal kitchen and lounge in the studio building.

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Housekeeping services
Air Conditioned Housing
Meals Provided
Some meals (at least 2 meals provided)
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Additional Meals Information
Vegan meal options can be requested
Vegetarian meal options can be requested
Gluten-free meal options can be requested
Kosher and halal options can be requested
Food allergies and restrictions can be accommodated
Snack and beverage provided
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in common area (shared)
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Ethernet provided in common area
Ethernet provided in living or studio area
Studios/Facilities Details

Artists have private studios/workspaces located on the Center’s campus and range in size from 170 - 786 square feet. Each studio is equipped with:

  • (1) Worktable
  • (1) Shelving unit
  • (1) Trash can
  • (1) Recycling bin
  • (1) Work chair
  • (1) Broom and dustpan
Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Dedicated Studio/Shop Technicians - Part Time
Large Format Printer / Plotter
Printers + Scanner
Photo + Video Editing Suite
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
ADA Compliant
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by dedicated tech
Tech hours
Air Conditioned
Heat and Cool control access