National Emerging Artist Residency
Organization
Ely, MN, United States
Our National Emerging Artists Program is back! This 10-day residency is focused on emerging artists and/or small collaborative teams of all disciplines (literary, performing and visual arts) who wish to create among other emerging artists from around the USA. The residency is focused on process over product; sharing works in progress is always optional. There is also time for play and rejuvenation - all in support of each artist’s goals, needs and interests. Lodging provided. We hope to provide additional stipends and travel support (this is grant dependent).
Artists must:
- Reside in the US
- Identify as emerging or early career artist
- Be over the age of 18
Residency Dates:
July 2-11, 2025
Contact
info@toftelake.org
2209 Fernberg Road
Ely, MN 55731
United States
Residency Program Information
Year Founded
2023
Context
Rural
Remote
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Retreat
Residency Program Summary
Residency Length
1 week
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
6
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
May apply as a team
Discipline
Acting
Animation
Book Arts
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Choreography
Dance
Digital Media
Drawing
Fiction
Film
Illustration
Installation Arts
Interdisciplinary Arts
Literature
Literary Nonfiction
Mixed Media
Multimedia Arts
Music
Nonfiction
Painting
Paper Arts
Performance Art
Photography
Playwriting
Poetry
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Visual Arts
Writing
Companions
Pets (Non-service animals)
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Emerging
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
N/A
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Unstructured time
Access to studio space to create new work
Inspiration from natural environment
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Other
Application Information
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
6
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
60
Artist Stipend
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Application Fee
Application Type
Open application
Accessibility
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
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Accessibility Statement/Info Page
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Riley Burns
Accessibility Contact Email
riley@toftelake.org
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
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
N/A
Additional Housing Information
No laundry access
No WIFI in housing
Heat and Cool control managed by resident
Meals Provided
Some meals (at least 2 meals provided)
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Residents have access to private kitchen
Additional Meals Information
Snack and beverage provided
Studio & Facilities
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Special Equipment
Shared Studios
Dance Studio Without Sprung Floor
Printers + Scanner
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)