Zero Foot Hills
Organization
Zero Foot Hills (ZFH) is a residence on a rural property for artists to live, rest, think, and create, with a focus on natural spaces and materials.
our mission:
To foster artistic creation and practice as integral and complementary aspects of a life in balance with nature.
our vision:
To provide space and time for guests to live, rest, think and create in a setting that provides ample opportunities to integrate nature into their practices.
our values:
To bring our mission to as many people as is safe and productive, Zero Foot Hills is committed to:
- Good stewardship of the land, allowing sustainable growing, foraging, and recreation
- No tuition/fees and limited costs for guests
- A space welcoming artists' families
- Respect for our neighboring communities
- Good faith commitment to maintain or improve ethical and equitable practices
- Readiness to host and collaborate with artists who share our Mission/Vision/Values
Residency Program Information
Year Founded
2020
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Retreat
Residency Program Summary
Residency Length
1 week - 1 year
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
1
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Drawing
Interdisciplinary Arts
Mixed Media
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture
Visual Arts
Book Arts
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Costume/Fashion Design
Installation Arts
Paper Arts
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Woodworking
Criticism
Fiction
Journalism
Literary Nonfiction
Literature
New Genres
Nonfiction
Playwriting
Poetry
Screenwriting
Translation
Writing
Acting
Choreography
Dance
Performance Art
Theater
Music
Opera
Animation
Augmented Reality
Computing
Digital Media
Documentary
Electronic Arts
Film
Moving Image
Multimedia Arts
Photography
Sound Art
Graphic Design
Illustration
Environmental Arts
Landscape Architecture
Social Practice
Storytelling
Environmentalism/Conservation
Art Conservation
Art Education
Art History
Philosophy
Companions
N/A
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
Residents granted leave during residency
Spouses/partners allowed for full stay (non-collaborators)
Children allowed for full stay
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Other
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Unstructured time
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Inspiration from natural environment
Application Information
Artist Stipend
0
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Application Fee
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
Accessibility
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
N/A
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Housing available on campus
Accessibility Contact Name
Aimee Burg
Accessibility Contact Email
zerofoothills@gmail.com
Housing & Accomodation
Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Shared bedroom
Accessible Housing
N/A
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Housing available
Accessible Communal Spaces
N/A
Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Air Conditioned Housing
Heat and Cool control managed by resident
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Studio & Facilities
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Shared Studios
Ceramics Workspace
Electric Wheels
Plaster Room
Electric Kiln
Floor Looms
Washer And Dryer
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Universally designed
Studio Support/Tech
No studio support provided