Volland Residency
The Volland Residency program provides time and space for creative practitioners of a wide range of disciplines to gather in a community setting for work, thought and exchange of ideas. Volland offers three rarities in today’s world: quiet, darkness, solitude.
Volland is located in the Flint Hills of Kansas, nestled between working ranches with sweeping views of the tallgrass prairie, of which only 4% remains. It is the most endangered ecosystem in the world. We believe that this wide-open landscape can create a change in the creative trajectory of those who participate in the residency program at Volland.
The Volland Foundation is offering two-week and four-week residencies. Artists, writers, poets, musicians, performers, designers, historians, natural scientists, and leaders in the humanities are invited to apply. We are looking for applicants in all stages of their career and all areas of the globe. The Foundation welcomes people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
The Volland Residency Program offers living and studio space with uninterrupted time and few distractions. The Foundation has no requirements to make or display work during residencies. However, if a resident wishes to give a presentation or offer an open studio, the foundation will support their efforts when possible.
Each resident is responsible for their travel and living expenses including food, toiletries and art supplies. All participants must have a car during their residency.
PO Box 144
Alma, KS 66401
United States
Residency Program Information
Residency Program Summary
Application Information
Adults over 18
College students are eligible
No fees are required from the artist. Living and studio space is provided at no charge. Meals, travel expense, art supplies are not included.
Participants are welcome to apply for other grants or funding support. If they require a reference or recommendation, we are happy to provide one.
The Volland Foundation awards a $250 stipend for two-week residencies.
The Volland Foundation awards a $500 stipend for four-wee residencies.
Accessibility
Housing & Accomodation
Studio & Facilities
The Blacksmith Shop sits adjacent to the Volland Store. Roughly 17′ x 35,’ the Blacksmith Shop has plugins on three sides, a sliding door and water spigots either side of the structure on the outside of the building. Bathrooms and a kitchen are nearby in the Volland Store. Please note this space has neither central heat nor air conditioning. It is a fair weather studio, with big openings for breezes and natural light. During heavy rainfall this space may take on water.
Lower Level of the Volland Gallery
The Volland Gallery's basement level space is ~24′ x 24.’ There are plug-ins along two walls, an industrial sink (24” x 21” x 13”), shelving for supplies, folding work tables, sheetrock panels for pinning up work, good lighting, a fridge/freezer, and two bathrooms with showers. Please note that this level holds many of the Foundation’s supplies, and staff will likely need some level of access to the space. During heavy rainfall this space may take on water.
The living spaces are suitable for writers, poets, and, any discipline that uses computers.
Plein air painters are welcome.
If your medium or practice is exceedingly messy, arrangements can be made. Please make a note in your application.