An artist examines artifacts in their studio

Artists and researchers are at the heart of this network—and you don’t need a membership to access ACA’s resources and support. All of our artist resources are free. 

As an artist, you can: 

  • Subscribe to our monthly Residency Opportunities newsletter to get open calls and residency deadlines sent straight to your inbox. (Subscribing also helps us know what types of opportunities and updates you are looking for!)
  • Search for residencies that fit your needs in the ACA Directory.
  • Explore our website for resources and information about the residency field.
  • Follow us on social media.


As a researcher or field observer, you can: