Archie Bray Foundation Long Term Residency

Long-Term Resident Artist, Janina Myronowa

Long-Term Resident Artist, Janina Myronowa

Long-Term Resident Artist, Simphiwe Mbunyuza

Long-Term Resident Artist, Simphiwe Mbunyuza

Resident Artist Exhibition at The Bray

Resident Artist Exhibition at The Bray

Long-Term Resident Artist, Austin Riddle

Long-Term Resident Artist, Austin Riddle

Long-Term Resident Artist, Stuart Gair

Long-Term Resident Artist, Stuart Gair

Resident Artists Group

Resident Artists Group

Kiln Room

Kiln Room

Uriel Caspi

Uriel Caspi

Archie Bray Foundation Long Term Residency

Organization

Archie Bray Foundation

Helena , MT, United States

The Archie Bray Foundation is actively committed to promoting, celebrating, and sustaining the ceramic arts through the residency program, education, gallery, ceramic materials and technology, and community engagement on a local, national, and international scale. In the words of Archie himself, The Bray makes available, “for all who are seriously and sincerely interested in any of the branches of the ceramic arts, a fine place to work”.

Through summer and long-term studio experiences, The Bray Resident Artist Program offers an unprecedented opportunity to work within a community of global artists actively creating new work. At The Bray, artists from around the world with a vast range of experiences and diverse aesthetic approaches, cultures and perspectives come together.

Residents of The Bray have the opportunity to be in a community with other makers to share discoveries, frustrations and triumphs, and work together over an extended period of time. Studio experiences at The Bray are as varied and unique as the individuals involved.

The Resident Program establishes life-long friendships and connections that open new paths, develop careers, and change lives.

Contact
Program Website
4064433502

2915 Country Club Ave.
Helena , MT 59602
United States

Year Founded
1951
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Associated with a foundation
Embedded in historic site
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (no housing)
Residency Length
1 year - 2 years
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
10
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
Discipline
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Companions
Pets are not allowed
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Donate a work of art
Participate in public programming
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
Give artist talk or presentation
Teach in studio
Lead workshop for the public
Lead a skill share
How does your residency program support artists?
Unstructured time
Restricted funding
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Access to training on new artistic techniques and/or apprenticeship
Inspiration from natural environment
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Additional Eligibility Information
  •  20 digital images of your recent work submitted as .jpgs     
        including title of piece, year made, materials and
        dimensions. Your image files should be sized no
        larger than 1800 x 1800 pixels at 72 dpi (approximately     
        6” x 6” at 300 dpi)
  • Letter of intent
  • Artist statement
  • Résumé/CV
  • Contact information of three references who can speak
        to your qualifications as a potential resident.
        Please do not send letters of reference.

 

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
5
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
200
Artist Stipend
7500
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
0
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
Fee Details

Residents are responsible for their own travel, housing and living expenses.

  • There is no on-site housing for long-term or short-term residents and residents are expected to make their own travel and living arrangements.
  • Affordable housing can be difficult to find in Helena; please reach out to us if you need assistance:
    Apartments rent for $750 and up
    Rooms in private homes start at about $450.
  • Most residents find it necessary to have a car.
  • Residents are responsible for the cost of all materials and firing at The Bray and organizing additional assistance.
  • Costs for firings are kept as low as possible, and are dependent on the kiln size and firing temperature.
  • Fees range from $4 for a small electric test kiln to up to $500 for a six-day anagama wood kiln firing.
  • Materials can be purchased at the Bray's Clay Business at discounted prices.
  • Residents are responsible for hiring assistants to move larger works, build crates and other tasks related to specific on-site needs.
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Application Fee
15
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
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?
ADA Compliant
Accessibility Statement/Info Page
https://archiebray.org/visit/accessibility/
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Perry
Accessibility Contact Email
facilities@archiebray.org
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

The majority of The Bray exhibition spaces and public buildings are accessible to wheelchair users. Please be aware that grounds do have uneven surfaces, gravel and brick paths and the historical buildings are not fully accessible.

Receptions held in the Sales Gallery, Warehouse Gallery and North Gallery are wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking for the Sales Gallery and North Gallery is located in front of the Sales Gallery. The Warehouse Gallery has accessible parking on the east side of the building.

Events take place in or near the David and Ann Shaner Resident Artist Studio Complex. This building is fully accessible, and accessible parking is located on the south side of the studio.

Classes and workshops take place in the Education and Research Facility which is fully accessible with parking located at the west side of the building.

Seated events such as the artist talks and the live auction have flexible seating to accommodate wheelchairs and companion seating when needed.

Seating is provided in galleries.

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

The grounds do have uneven surfaces, gravel and brick paths and the historical buildings are not fully accessible.

Type of Housing
No housing provided
Accessible Housing
N/A
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
N/A
Accessible Communal Spaces
N/A
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
No meals are provided
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

Ten resident studios in the Shaner Studio Building are provided for year-round, long-term resident artists. Each studio is approximately 256 square feet with ample shelving.

  • 5 open-door studio options for accessibility and movement of larger works.
  • 5 closed-door studio options provide privacy.
  • Studios are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis with consideration to accessibility, privacy and access needs.

KILNS

There are a variety of kilns at The Bray located in our indoor kiln facilities and outdoors:

  • 6 gas kilns of varying size and purpose, including 2 computer automated Blaauw kilns, one 110 cu. ft Bailey sculpture kiln, 2 smaller Bailey kilns and one Geil kiln.
  • 2 wood kilns
  • 12 electric kilns
  • 2 soda kilns
  • 1 salt kiln

To learn more about our kilns, pricing and firing guidelines, please contact Bray Clay.

WHEELS

There are a limited number of wheels for resident artist use on a first come first serve basis.

GLAZE LAB

A fully ventilated 130 square foot workspace, stocked, organized and replenished on a regular basis. Any additional glaze materials are available at our onsite clay business.

PLASTER LAB

A fully ventilated 182 square foot workspace dedicated to plaster to limit contamination of clay material.

PHOTO LAB

A 396 square foot workspace dedicated to documenting artwork including a large grayscale photo booth and additional lighting equipment.

SPRAY BOOTH

A 110 square foot workspace which includes a diamond lapidary wheel and a silicon carbide belt sander.

WOOD AND METAL SHOP

A 400 square foot indoor/outdoor workspace with woodworking and metal fabrication equipment including a table saw, chop saw, band saw, belt sander, tig welder and metal chop saw. This equipment is available to residents and visiting artists with the consent of The Bray’s facilities and studio manager.

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE ONSITE:

  • Slab rollers
  • Pug mill
  • Ball mill
  • Extruders
  • Grinders
  • Sandblaster
  • Compressed air throughout the Shaner Studio building

A 1100 square foot communal space including a kitchen and meeting room; it is situated between the Shaner Studio building and the Summer Studio with an outdoor courtyard connecting all buildings.

THE RESIDENT CENTER FACILITIES INCLUDE:

  • 2 Ranges
  • 2 Refrigerators
  • 2 Sinks
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes and cutlery
  • Gas grill
  • Electric smoker
  • Large meeting table with chairs
  • Projection screen
  • Pool table
  • Restrooms

Located in the Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement the Fab Lab includes a CNC router, 3-D scanner, 3-D printers (2) and a clay printer. This equipment is available to residents and visiting artists with the consent of The Bray’s facilities and studio manager.

The John C. Board Research Library is a 690-square-foot area located upstairs in the Education and Research Facility and houses a truly unique collection of clay and art-related books, magazines, and catalogs. Discover our John C. Board Research Library.

NEW MEDIA ROOM

Located in the John C. Board Research Library this workspace includes a 3-D scanner, podcasting station and other audio recording equipment.

The Bray operates a retail ceramic supply business where residents may purchase clay, tools and other materials at a discount.

Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Shared Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Ceramics Workspace
Electric Wheels
Slab Roller
Clay Mixers
Plaster Room
Raku Kiln
Electric Kiln
Gas Kiln
Bench Grinder
Well-ventilated Spray Room
Tablesaw
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
ADA Compliant
Residency LengthOpen Calls
1 year - 2 yearsLong-Term Residency Application 2025

Black Futures

A bald, Black trans masc person is reaching outward from the bottom of a Chinese pole. They are performing on a blue mat and the back wall of the room he's in is covered in a flowing curtain-like material.

A bald, Black trans masc person is reaching outward from the bottom of a Chinese pole. They are performing on a blue mat and the back wall of the room he's in is covered in a flowing curtain-like material.

A bald, Black trans masc person is climbing a Chinese pole. The back wall of the room he's in is covered in a flowing curtain-like material.

A bald, Black trans masc person is climbing a Chinese pole. The back wall of the room he's in is covered in a flowing curtain-like material.

A bald, Black trans masc person is lifting up a full body mirror and looking into it. He is wearing a green sweater and jeans.

A bald, Black trans masc person is lifting up a full body mirror and looking into it. He is wearing a green sweater and jeans.

Two Black people are hugging. They are standing on an ornamental rug and the back wall is covered in a flowing curtain-like material.

Two Black people are hugging. They are standing on an ornamental rug and the back wall is covered in a flowing curtain-like material.

A group of people are dancing on stage in two concentric circles. The inner circle is wearing blue Afro-cuban attire and the outer group is wearing red Afro-cuban attire. The backdrop of the stage is colored with blue lighting.

A group of people are dancing on stage in two concentric circles. The inner circle is wearing blue Afro-cuban attire and the outer group is wearing red Afro-cuban attire. The backdrop of the stage is colored with blue lighting.

A group of people are standing on a stage wearing colorful, traditional Afro-cuban clothing. They are dancing and moving to the right of the stage. The backdrop of the stage is colored with orange and yellow lighting.

A group of people are standing on a stage wearing colorful, traditional Afro-cuban clothing. They are dancing and moving to the right of the stage. The backdrop of the stage is colored with orange and yellow lighting.

A group of people are standing on a stage wearing colorful, traditional Afro-cuban clothing. There is a woman in a blue outfit dancing in the center. The backdrop of the stage is colored with red and blue lighting.

A group of people are standing on a stage wearing colorful, traditional Afro-cuban clothing. There is a woman in a blue outfit dancing in the center. The backdrop of the stage is colored with red and blue lighting.

Black person wearing black stands with hands about face level. They are communicating using ASL

Black person wearing black stands with hands about face level. They are communicating using ASL

Group of people gazing at photos hung on a brick wall.

Group of people gazing at photos hung on a brick wall.

In a crowd of people, a Black non-binary person with locs stands with flowers in his hands. He is smiling.

In a crowd of people, a Black non-binary person with locs stands with flowers in his hands. He is smiling.

Two Black people, wearing black, embracing.

Two Black people, wearing black, embracing.

Black non-binary person with locs is wearing black and dancing. Their arms are on an angle and they are in a semi-crouched position.

Black non-binary person with locs is wearing black and dancing. Their arms are on an angle and they are in a semi-crouched position.

Group of people on a grey dance floor with their knees bent in a semi-crouched position.

Group of people on a grey dance floor with their knees bent in a semi-crouched position.

Black Futures logo that reads "Black Futures" in black

Black Futures logo that reads "Black Futures" in black

Black Futures logo that reads "Black Futures" in yellow

Black Futures logo that reads "Black Futures" in yellow

Black Futures

Organization

Zaccho Dance Theatre

San Francisco, CA, United States

Zaccho Dance Theatre’s Black Futures Artist in Residence Program is open to diverse voices, emerging and established, called to express the Black experience through an arts practice that inspires dialogue and builds community. Our goal is to support Black performing artists at all points of their process and to give them an opportunity to conduct in depth research without the pressure of presenting a completed work by the end of the residency.



Black Futures is proudly funded by the City of San Francisco’s Dream Keeper Initiative and administered by the Mayor’s Office of Economic and Workforce Development.

Individuals and collaborative teams selected for the Black Futures residency program will receive:

  • A $6,000 stipend which can be used how the resident sees fit.
  • $2,500 to support the production of your work during the residency or to host an in-person engagement event for the Bayview community (eg, work-in-progress presentation, artist Q&A with talkback).
  • Up to 100 hours of free rehearsal space at Zaccho Studio in San Francisco.
  • A $1,000 stipend to a mentor of your choice to support you during your residency.
  • Social media and marketing support.
  • Additional professional development workshops to assist you with the creation of your required community engagement event, budgeting, grant writing, and brand asset creation.
  • Additional resident gatherings geared towards sharing artistic practice, ideas around collaboration, and holistic approaches to well-being.
Contact
Program Website
+1 415 822 6744

1777 Yosemite Ave #330
San Francisco, CA 94124
United States

Year Founded
2021
Context
Urban
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (no housing)
Community-engaged
Research
Experiential
Residency Length
9 months
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
4
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
May apply as a team
Discipline
Interdisciplinary Arts
Playwriting
Acting
Choreography
Dance
Performance Art
Theater
Music
Opera
Symphony
Sound Art
Storytelling
Companions
N/A
Country of Residence
Only open to artists based in country the program is located
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Emerging
Mid-career
Established
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Participate in public programming
Give artist talk or presentation
How does your residency program support artists?
Unstructured time
Unrestricted funding
Art production support
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Access to training on new artistic techniques and/or apprenticeship
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
Opportunities for work with the local community
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Additional Eligibility Information

** Applications are accepted annually in August for residencies that take place from October to June.

Eligibility: Theater, dance, and interdisciplinary artists, as well as collaborative teams who identify as Black, African, African American, or of African descent. Both emerging and established artists are welcome to apply. Artists should have at least three years of professional work in their field. Applicants must live in the Bay Area and preference will be given to residents of San Francisco.



Selection Process: An interdisciplinary selection committee will consider applications for the residencies. There will be careful consideration when selecting artists who represent a diverse set of disciplines, experiences, and ideas.



Application Process: Submit all materials requested in the Google Form linked to on the Zaccho webpage.

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
4
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
33
Artist Stipend
6000
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
2500
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details

$2500 - Funding to support the production of your work during the residency or to host an in-person engagement event for the Bayview community (eg, work-in-progress presentation, artist Q&A with talkback).

$1000 - Funding for a mentor of your choice to support you during your residency.

 

Application Fee
0
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Orientation upon arrival
Captions for videos
Links to resources, effective practices, grievance procedures, etc.
ASL interpretation
Written and or hard copies of text being presented
High contrast, clear way-finding and/or signage
Accessible seating
Staff/volunteer reading information aloud
Staff/volunteer giving directions
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
ADA Compliant
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
No housing accommodations available
Accessibility Contact Name
Jessica Bailey
Accessibility Contact Email
jessica@zaccho.org
Type of Housing
No housing provided
Accessible Housing
N/A
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
N/A
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in common area (shared)
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

Zaccho Studio Specs

Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Performance/Presentation Facilities
Dance Studio With Sprung Floor
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
ADA Compliant
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
On-call Studio support provided

ArtYard

Location

13 Front Street
Frenchtown , NJ 08825
United States

ArtYard brings provocative art, performance, and creative mischief to a small town on the river’s edge in Frenchtown, New Jersey. We are an incubator for creative expression and a catalyst for collaborations that reveal the transformational power of art. We are home to an interdisciplinary alternative contemporary art center comprised of a residency, exhibition, and theater programs dedicated to presenting transformative artwork, fostering unexpected collaborations, and incubating new work.

Website
Program Website
Phone
9089965018
Tag Words
Artist-founded
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Priority given to BIPOC artists (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Priority given to Disabled and Deaf artists
ADA Compliant Campus + Facilities
Priority given to LGBTQI2A+ artists
Partial Funding Available
Funding available for BIPOC Artists (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Funding available for Disabled and Deaf artists
Funding available for LGBTQI2A+ artists
Communities Served
Adults
Elders
Families
General Public
Indigenous/Native American Community
LGBTQI2A+ Populations
Migrant and Immigrant Community
People with Disabilities
School Groups
Teens
Veterans
Youth, K-12
Languages
English

Zaccho Dance Theatre

Location

1777 Yosemite Ave #330
San Francisco, CA 94124
United States

Founded in 1980, Zaccho Dance Theatre creates and presents performance work that investigates dance as it relates to place. Artistic Director Joanna Haigood and collaborators pursue unique and challenging visions of dance, including spectacular aerial choreography, evocative site-specific performances, and culturally significant subject matter. Zaccho Dance Theatre is located in Bayview Hunters Point, San Francisco’s African American Arts & Cultural District.

To read more, visit our webpage.

Website
Program Website
Phone
+1 415 822 6744
Tag Words
Artist-led
Artist-founded
BIPOC-founded (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
BIPOC-led (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Priority given to BIPOC artists (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
ADA Compliant Campus + Facilities
Fully Funded Residency
Funding available for BIPOC Artists (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Communities Served
Adults
Elders
General Public
Youth, K-12
Languages
English
Residencies

Black Futures

Wassaic Project 2024 Summer Residency Program

The mill at dusk

The mill at dusk

Summer barn studio

Summer barn studio

Summer barn studio

Summer barn studio

Summer barn studio

Summer barn studio

Wassaic Project 2024 Summer Residency Program

Organization

Wassaic Project

Wassaic Project 2024 Summer Residency Program

 

https://wassaicproject.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/72846 

 

Application Opens: 6/26/23

Deadline: 8/28/23

Application Fee (USD): $25.00 

 

About Us:

The Wassaic Project, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, uses art and arts education to foster positive social change. We nurture connections between our artists and our neighbors facilitating a mutual broadening of perspectives and respect across economic and cultural boundaries. Partnerships between artists and our community improve the reach and quality of our work and inspire new ways of looking at art and the world. We strive to be actively anti-racist and consider this stance in all programmatic, curatorial, and management decisions.

 

Wassaic Project 2024 Summer Residency Program Open Call

 

The Wassaic Project accepts 1 – 4 month proposals for our Summer Residency program (June – September) for artists and writers. Artists-in-Residence are selected by a review committee composed of the Wassaic Project Co-Directors, Director of Artistic Programming, and professionals in the field. They will be selected based on the quality of their work, commitment to their practice, and ability to interact positively with the community at large. The Wassaic Project cultivates and supports community for emerging and professional contemporary artists, writers and other creatives. Housed in historic, landmark buildings, the residency program offers nine artists each month the

Contact
Program Website
Year Founded
2008
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Residency Length
2 weeks - 6 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
Book Arts
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Costume/Fashion Design
Digital Fabrication
Fine Metals/Jewelry
Installation Arts
Paper Arts
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Woodworking
Fiction
Poetry
Dance
Performance Art
Multimedia Arts
Photography
Sound Art
Graphic Design
Illustration
Public Art
Companions
Pets (Non-service animals)
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
N/A
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Opportunity to travel
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Access to studio space to create new work
Access to equipment, specialized facilities and/or technical support
Inspiration from natural environment
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
50
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
500
Artist Stipend
0
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
900
US Dollar (USD)
Fee Details

The actual cost of each residency is $5,000 per month, which includes a semi-private studio, private bedroom, full use of our facilities, visiting artist program, studio visits, insurance, and staff support. In an effort to serve and support emerging artists, we attempt to subsidize residencies for all individual artists who do not have other forms of support. Thanks to the generous support of donors and grants, the artist’s contribution for the winter residency program is $900 per a 4-week period.

We also offer need-based financial assistance to artists-in-residence for whom it would be impossible to attend without financial support. Financial need is self-reported by artists in their applications. We ask that artists who are in a position to fully contribute towards the residency fee please do so.

 

Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details

FELLOWSHIPS:

The Wassaic Project offers the following Fellowships:

 

  • The Work and Family Fellowship offers no-fee residencies and $500 honorariums to several artists-in-residence per year participating in the Family Residency program.
  • The Sustainable Arts Fellowship offers no-fee residencies and $500 honorariums to several artists who identify as Black, Indigenous or a Person of Color per year participating in the Family Residency program.
  • The Mary Ann Unger Fellowship offers a no-fee residency to 1 female-identifying artist who identifies as Black, Indigenous or a Person of Color per year who primarily works in sculpture.
  • The ArtForArtists Fellowship for Social Justice Based Practice offers a no-fee residency and $500 honorarium to 1 artist who identifies as Black, Indigenous or a Person of Color per year.

 

To be considered for the Work and Family Fellowship and Sustainable Arts Fellowship:

In your application, please take some time to reflect on the ways in which care and caregiving, whatever those words mean to you, come through (or might come through) in your work. It’s okay if this isn’t something you’ve considered before. We think of these Fellowships as a starting point towards building a future where artists shape the way society sees and values care.

 

All applicants are considered for the Mary Ann Unger Fellowship and the ArtForArtists Fellowship for Social Justice Based Practice and do not have to complete any additional information on their application.

 

Application Fee
25
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
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
Staff/volunteer reading information aloud
Staff/volunteer giving directions
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Inaccessible
Accessibility Statement/Info Page
https://www.wassaicproject.org/visit#:~:text=The%20ground%20floor%20of%20Maxon%…
Additional Accessibility Information

Accessibility

The ground floor of Maxon Mills has a wheelchair lift and an ADA-compliant bathroom accessible from outside. Maxon Mills does not have an elevator at this time. Visitors who need to move around, twitch, pace, or not make eye contact are welcome. If you have access needs not addressed here, email us and we’ll work with you to support them.

Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Dani Klebes
Accessibility Contact Email
danielle@wassaicproject.org
Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Accessible Housing
Inaccessible
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Housing available
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
Inaccessible
Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Meals Provided
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in common area (shared)
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

Artists-in-residence will receive an adaptable semi-private studio space in the historic Maxon Mills. All studios are ~100 square feet. Artists-in-residence will have 24-hour access to their studio and accommodations which include a private bedroom in a shared house (complete with common spaces, 1–2 full bathrooms, fully stocked kitchen, etc). Artists participating through the Family program will receive a private house. Artists-in-residence also have access to workshop facilities, including a wood shop and a ceramics studio.

Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Dedicated Studio/Shop Technicians - Part Time
Ceramics Workspace
Electric Kiln
Painting Workspace (Oil)
Easels
Printmaking Workspaces
Silkscreen Studio
Washer And Dryer
Dedicated Wood Shop
Woodworking Tools
Tablesaw
Bandsaw
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Inaccessible
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
Tech hours

PlatteForum Artist in Residence (AIR)

View of gallery space with movable walls - Jahna Rae paintings

View of gallery space with movable walls - Jahna Rae paintings

Group of ArtLab seniors with Artist

Group of ArtLab seniors with Artist

Artist Jennifer Maravillas in process

Artist Jennifer Maravillas in process

Artist Kenzie Sitterud in the studio

Artist Kenzie Sitterud in the studio

Group of ArtLab interns and staff

Group of ArtLab interns and staff

Gallery view with Jennifer Maravillas Bell show

Gallery view with Jennifer Maravillas Bell show

Jahna Rae in the studio with paintings

Jahna Rae in the studio with paintings

ArtLab Interns work on a wheatpaste mural

ArtLab Interns work on a wheatpaste mural

Jahna Rae with opening reception attendees

Jahna Rae with opening reception attendees

PlatteForum Artist in Residence (AIR)

Organization

PlatteForum

Denver, CO, United States

Based in Denver, CO, PlatteForum’s Artist Residency is a competitive, international program that provides artists the time, studio space and support to create new work and dive into social justice topics. Resident artists lead workshops with PlatteForum’s ArtLab high school interns culminating in exhibitions and/or performances in our gallery. PlatteForum supports artists who reflect the community of interns we serve, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and artists living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Contact
Program Website
3038930791

2700 Arapahoe Street
Unit 102
Denver, CO 80205
United States

Year Founded
2002
Context
Urban
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (no housing)
Studio-based (with housing)
Community-engaged
Residency Length
6 weeks - 9 weeks
Languages
English
Spanish
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
Costume/Fashion Design
Digital Fabrication
Installation Arts
Paper Arts
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Poetry
Choreography
Dance
Performance Art
Theater
Augmented Reality
Computing
Digital Media
Documentary
Film
Moving Image
Multimedia Arts
Photography
Sound Art
Virtual Reality
Graphic Design
Illustration
Environmental Arts
Social Practice
Storytelling
Environmentalism/Conservation
Art Education
Companions
N/A
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
Spouses/partners allowed for full stay (non-collaborators)
Children allowed for full stay
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Participate in public programming
Give artist talk or presentation
Teach in studio
Lead a skill share
How does your residency program support artists?
Unstructured time
Restricted funding
Research support
Art production support
Access to studio space to create new work
Professional development support and/or trainings
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities for work with the local community
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Additional Eligibility Information

PlatteForum is an award-winning and innovative arts, youth development, social justice and artist-in-residence program in Denver, founded in 2002. As a 501 (c)3 nonprofit organization, PlatteForum teams youth with professional artists in intensive, structured, and long-term creative learning environments. Resident Artists collaboratively plan, produce, and exhibit a body of work in an environment in which artistic excellence is highly valued along with support from ArtLab Interns. Youth in PlatteForum’s programs delve into a variety of art forms and social justice topics, confronting challenges and obstacles and making life-changing discoveries about who they are, what they are capable of achieving, and where they belong in the world.

As an artist community, PlatteForum supports the creation and presentation of new art and ideas by contemporary artists. By supporting working artists, PlatteForum generates dialogue in the larger community about the role of the artist and social justice in society. Located in a rich urban context, PlatteForum’s dynamic, artist-centered residencies are built upon the notion of engaging the broader community in the creation of new work, where artists, youth, and the public collaborate. Each resident artist becomes a catalyst for innovative and expanded thinking about what art is and can be.

PlatteForum values supporting resident artists in a myriad of ways not limited to: stipend provided in exchange for skills sharing with our ArtLab interns, mental health support through partnerships with local licensed therapists or by reimbursement, mentorship and/or meetings with local arts leaders and curators, guidance towards goals offered from staff, supplies and tools support, as well as exhibition promotion and media support.

Residencies at PlatteForum are competitive with over 100 applications and only four to five slots awarded each year. Each residency gives the artist the time, space and support to extend their work and share their ideas with the public. Artistic excellence, innovative ideas for engagement and collaboration with the public, and a diversity of ideas, genres, social justice topics and methodologies are paramount in selecting artists for only four to five available slots in the Artist Residency program each year. Residencies are typically 6-8 weeks in duration.



The Artist Residency program is open to artists in all genres and disciplines. Applications from established professional artists, emerging artists, and graduate students are welcome. We encourage local, national, and international artists (if local and national COVID and/or public health guidelines permit) to apply. Artistic excellence, merit, and creative ways of interacting with the public are important criteria in the selection process. Former Resident Artists may apply again after a three-year waiting period. (for example, a Resident Artist from the 2019-20 season is not eligible to apply until the 2022-23 season).

PlatteForum is a member of the Alliance of Artist Communities, an international organization that advocates for creative environments that support the work of today’s artists. Community connections nurtured by collaborations and partnerships with organizations, schools, and individuals that extend the artist’s aesthetic are integral to each residency. The PlatteForum approach — teaming Resident Artists with youth and the community — makes a valuable contribution to our community’s cultural discourse, fosters personal growth for the artist, and positively impacts the lives of participating individuals. PlatteForum’s uniqueness gives artists, youth, and community members opportunities that they might not find elsewhere.

 

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
4
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
62
Artist Stipend
3000
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
500
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
0
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Application Fee
35
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
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
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Universally designed
Additional Accessibility Information

We will work to make any accessibility accommodations with an artist based on their needs. 

Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Housing available on campus
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Sigri Strand
Accessibility Contact Email
sstrand@platteforum.org
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

All of our spaces are accessible. All parts of the experience should be accessible.

Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
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
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Air Conditioned Housing
Heat and Cool control managed by resident
Meals Provided
Some meals (at least 2 meals provided)
No meals are provided
Additional Meals Information
N/A
Computer/Internet Access
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

Our studio and gallery are in one space with a wall separating the studio from the gallery. Resident Artists are given full 24 hour access to the studio (500 sq. feet) upon arrival for the residency, and full access to the studio and gallery (1200 sq. feet) for the month leading up to their exhibition. Our space has a utility sink, access to tools and natural light. Supplies and specific tools on an as needed basis (upon request). 

 

Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Exhibition / Installation Space
Painting Workspace (Oil)
Easels
Large Sinks
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Universally designed
Studio Support/Tech
Studio/facility orientation provided
Studio support provided by staff
On-call Studio support provided
Air Conditioned
Heat and Cool control access

Eureka!

Location

77 Cornell St
STE 308
Kingston, NY 12401
United States

Eureka! is a small press and residency centering QTBIPOC artists, healers, organizers, and culture-bearers in Kingston, NY and nationally who imagine and enact futures of justice, care, and joy. 
 

Website
Program Website
Tag Words
Artist-led
Artist-founded
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Priority given to BIPOC artists (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Priority given to LGBTQI2A+ artists
Priority given to Parent artists
Fully Funded Residency
Funding available for BIPOC Artists (Black, Indigenous and People of Color)
Funding available for Disabled and Deaf artists
Funding available for LGBTQI2A+ artists
Funding available for Parent artists
Communities Served
Adults
Children under 5
Elders
Families
General Public
Indigenous/Native American Community
LGBTQI2A+ Populations
Migrant and Immigrant Community
People with Disabilities
School Groups
Teens
Youth, K-12
Languages
English

Rock Street Artist Residency

Rock Street Artist Residency

Organization

Rock Street Artist Residency

Marquette , MI, United States

The mission of Rock Street Artist Residency (RSAR) is to provide a unique space for artists to immerse themselves in their creative process, set against the inspiring backdrop of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Located in Marquette, RSAR fosters creativity and innovation by offering a transformative environment where the natural beauty of the Upper Peninsula meets the vibrant energy of Marquette’s urban community. Surrounded by the pristine shores of Lake Superior, dense forests, and dramatic rocky outcrops, RSAR also enjoys the cultural richness of Marquette, which boasts a dynamic arts scene, local history, and a deep spirit of artistic expression.

Housed in a historic Victorian home built in 1887—the first farm on Rock Street—RSAR carries a unique legacy. Originally a farm and smokehouse that supplied fresh eggs, smoked fish, and poultry to the steamships visiting Marquette Harbor, the residence blends historical charm with contemporary artistic inspiration. Artists at RSAR enjoy a peaceful, distraction-free setting with fully equipped studio spaces, gourmet meals, and an abundance of natural inspiration. The residency is just two blocks from the world’s largest freshwater lake, Lake Superior.

Our program hosts two artists and/or writers per session, with residencies available for two- and three-week terms. RSAR supports artists working across all mediums and genres, offering a self-motivated environment for focused creative exploration.

Contact
Program Website
6317020595

222 Rock Street
Marquette , MI 49855
United States

Year Founded
2023
Context
Urban
Rural
Remote
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Retreat
Community-engaged
Experiential
Residency Length
2 weeks - 3 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
2
Collaborative Residency
May apply as a team
Discipline
Book Arts
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Costume/Fashion Design
Criticism
Digital Media
Documentary
Drawing
Environmentalism/Conservation
Fiction
Film
Illustration
Installation Arts
Interdisciplinary Arts
Journalism
Literary Nonfiction
Literature
Mixed Media
Moving Image
Multimedia Arts
New Genres
Nonfiction
Painting
Paper Arts
Performance Art
Philosophy
Photography
Playwriting
Poetry
Printmaking
Science
Screenwriting
Sculpture
Social Practice
Storytelling
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Translation
Visual Arts
Woodworking
Writing
Companions
Pets are not allowed
Family Friendly
N/A
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Participate in public programming
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
Give artist talk or presentation
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
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
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Opportunities for work with the local community
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
10
Artist Stipend
0
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
3000
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details

Deposit and Grant are applied towards payment. All prices are in US dollar. 

Your actual cost: $3,000

2-Week Residency

Cost $3,000

2-week shared bedroom & studio COLLABORATIVE TEAM of 2    $4,000 (Taxes not included).

When filling out application please state your interest in our scholarship.

Application Fee
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
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
Staff/volunteer reading information aloud
Staff/volunteer giving directions
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
N/A
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Kristine Hunter
Accessibility Contact Email
rockstreetartistresidency@gmail.com
Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Accessible Housing
N/A
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
No housing accommodations available
Accessible Communal Spaces
N/A
Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry in housing
WIFI available in housing
Housekeeping services
Meals Provided
All meals
Residents have access to shared kitchen
Additional Meals Information
Other
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in common area (shared)
Computer and internet connection provided in studio area (private)
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Shared Studios
Dedicated Studio/Shop Technicians - Part Time
Exhibition / Installation Space
Piano
Ceramics Workspace
Electric Kiln
Dedicated Metal Shop
Soldering Workspace
Darkroom (Black And White)
Film Scanner
Printers + Scanner
Painting Workspace (Oil)
Easels
Drawing Benches
Printmaking Workspaces
Light Tables
Large Exposure Unit
Papermaking Studio
Floor Looms
Fiber Arts Workspace
Washer And Dryer
Woodworking Tools
Tablesaw
Router Table
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Studio Support/Tech
Studio support provided by staff

Surf Point

Surf Point

Organization

Surf Point

Mission

Surf Point provides time, space and support for members of the visual arts community to think, connect and create.

Program

In keeping with the vision of our founders, arts patron Mary-Leigh Smart and artist Beverly Hallam, Surf Point offers nominated artists and art professionals three-week live-work residencies in a boldly Modernist home on the coast of York, Maine.

Vision

Founded in the conviction that the visual arts - and its practitioners - are essential to human experience, Surf Point fosters a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can thrive.

Values

Surf Point commits to equity, transparency and integrity in our: recruitment and care of residents; engagement with the public and conserved land; building and site accessibility; investments and budgetary decisions; and board and staff composition.

Contact
Program Website

PO Box 446
York, ME 03909
United States

Year Founded
2019
Context
Rural
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Embedded in historic site
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Retreat
Research
Experiential
Residency Length
3 weeks - 3 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
4
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
Discipline
Animation
Architecture
Art Conservation
Art Education
Art History
Augmented Reality
Book Arts
Ceramics/Clay Arts/Pottery
Computing
Costume/Fashion Design
Criticism
Dance
Digital Fabrication
Digital Media
Documentary
Drawing
Electronic Arts
Environmental Arts
Film
Fine Metals/Jewelry
Graphic Design
History
Illustration
Industrial Design
Installation Arts
Interdisciplinary Arts
Journalism
Landscape Architecture
Mixed Media
Moving Image
Multimedia Arts
Painting
Paper Arts
Performance Art
Philosophy
Photography
Poetry
Printmaking
Public Art
Sculpture
Social Practice
Sound Art
Storytelling
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Urban Planning/Design
Virtual Reality
Visual Arts
Woodworking
Writing
Companions
Pets are not allowed
Country of Residence
Only open to artists based in country the program is located
Family Friendly
Residents granted leave during residency
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Emerging
Mid-career
Established
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
N/A
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Opportunity to travel
Unstructured time
Unrestricted funding
Access to studio space to create new work
Inspiration from natural environment
Inspiration from cultural context
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Opportunities for work with the local community
Opportunities to exhibit or perform new work
Other
Additional Eligibility Information

We use a bi-annual nomination process to reach a diverse pool of candidates from across the U.S. and to focus administrative resources on the program itself. The process begins with an invitation to dozens of nominators (alumni, academics, artists, curators, writers, etc.) to share names of eligible individuals, including visual artists, curators, writers, or other art professionals. Nominees must have a strong work history and be interested in a largely self-directed experience in a secluded setting. Above all, they must be kind and thoughtful of others.

Nominees show their interest by submitting an online application, and selections are made by lottery to ensure that all applications are considered equally. We aim to balance accepted residents with a waitlist in case of cancellations. Residents are given access to a handbook with details of our program and events, including informal studio visits and guided nature explorations.

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
36
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
150
Artist Stipend
1500
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
Application by nomination only
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
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
Links to resources, effective practices, grievance procedures, etc.
Contact info for accessibility requests for event/programming
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Yael Reinharz
Accessibility Contact Email
yael@surfpointfoundation.org
Type of Housing
Private housing on campus (individual apartment/cabin/house)
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Accessible Housing
N/A
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Case by case consideration
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
Residents have access to private kitchen
Food stipend provided
Additional Meals Information
Food allergies and restrictions can be accommodated
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in common area (shared)
Computer and internet connection provided in studio area (private)
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Special Equipment
Private Studios
Studios/Facilities Accessibility
N/A
Studio Support/Tech
No studio support provided
Studios/facilities Details
Air Conditioned
Heat and Cool control access

Mineral Arts & Residencies (MARS)

Five artists in front of the school, one holding a small dog, two holding an inclusive sign that says "Lewis County Welcomes Everybody."

Five artists in front of the school, one holding a small dog, two holding an inclusive sign that says "Lewis County Welcomes Everybody."

Six artists in front of the school, standing from left to right up the steps -- five women, one male on the right.

Six artists in front of the school, standing from left to right up the steps -- five women, one male on the right.

Three artist residents stand indoors in the multipurpose room with Washington State Poet Laureate Rena Priest.

Three artist residents stand indoors in the multipurpose room with Washington State Poet Laureate Rena Priest.

Two artists outside on a hike, posed in front of a meadow with Mt. Rainier in the background.

Two artists outside on a hike, posed in front of a meadow with Mt. Rainier in the background.

A writer smiles from a booth inside of the Headquarters Tavern, in walking distance to the school.

A writer smiles from a booth inside of the Headquarters Tavern, in walking distance to the school.

Community members sit in a row listening to the residents' share night, with one holding her hand over her mouth in concentration.

Community members sit in a row listening to the residents' share night, with one holding her hand over her mouth in concentration.

Two women in bikinis do headstands on a dock lining Mineral Lake.

Two women in bikinis do headstands on a dock lining Mineral Lake.

Mineral Arts & Residencies (MARS)

Organization

Mineral School

Mineral, WA, United States

We provide accepted artists with space and time to create new work without the interruptions of normal life and with the bonus of healthy meals. During each residency, we host visiting artist presentations as well as resident "show & tells" -- both are dessert potlucks.

 

Contact
Program Website
206-937-5643

PO Box 214
Mineral, WA 98355
United States

Year Founded
2014
Context
Rural
Remote
Residency Structure
Stand-alone
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Retreat
Community-engaged
Residency Length
1 week - 2 weeks
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
4
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
Discipline
Book Arts
Drawing
Fiction
Journalism
Literary Nonfiction
Literature
Mixed Media
Nonfiction
Painting
Photography
Poetry
Printmaking
Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving
Visual Arts
Woodworking
Writing
Companions
Pets are not allowed
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
Residents granted leave during residency
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
Additional Expectations/Opportunities
Participate in public programming
Participate in open studio with fellow residents
Give artist talk or presentation
Lead workshop for fellow residents
Lead a skill share
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Opportunity to travel
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Inspiration from natural environment
Inspiration from cultural context
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Opportunities for work with the local community
Additional Eligibility Information

We offer residencies for adults 21 and up. We do not exclude people currently enrolled in fine arts higher education (BFA/MFA). Please visit our Submittable page for information about special sessions (Spanish-language specific, parent-specific) and fellowship opportunities for writers and artists from the Pacific Northwest, who are BIPOC, or who are LGBTQ+ visual artists from the Pacific Northwest. We offer a mix of fellowships and low-cost paid residencies; if you apply for a fellowship for which you're eligible, you can elect to also be reviewed for paid residency. (This way, you are juried as narrowly or broadly as you wish within one application fee.)

Our Submittable page with application information is here.

Number of Artists Accepted in Most Current Year
28
Total Applicant Pool in Most Current Year
120
Artist Stipend
0
US Dollar (USD)
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
0
US Dollar (USD)
Residency Fees
450
US Dollar (USD)
Fee Details

We charge $450 for a one-week residency and $900 for a two-week residency, including all meals and snacks, linens, and programming. We can provide transportation from points along the I-5 corridor (airports, Amtrak, bus stations, towns/addresses) between Portland, OR and Seattle, WA for a $25-30/fee each way. 

Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
425
US Dollar (USD)
Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support Details

Our fellowships cover the one-week ($450) or two-week ($900) residency fee, including room and board, and include transportation from within the Portland-to-Seattle corridor along I-5 (pickup/drop-off at airports, bus stations, Amtrak, your aunt's house), so the artist pays no fee other than getting to Portland/Western Washington.

We have one fellowship which provides a larger travel stipend -- from $125 to $400 -- and that is the Erin Donovan Writing Fellowship.

Application Fee
25
US Dollar (USD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Pre-orientation
Manual / handbook before arrival
Communication before arrival to discuss accommodations, medical conditions, or other health needs
Orientation upon arrival
Staff/volunteer giving directions
Staff/volunteer providing guidance to help locate facilities or activities
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Additional Accessibility Information

Depending on an artist's mobility, we are not 100% accessible. The main school building is single story and has a ramp entry as well as disabled parking. The 9-foot wide halls and smooth floors are fine for those with walkers and wheelchairs. Most doors (to your studio room, in and out of the dining room, to and from the deck) are 36 inches wide, but doors into the bathrooms are narrower and not accessible-width for all wheelchairs (travel wheelchairs have worked, and these should be fine for a walker). To shower you will need to be able to step into or otherwise get over the shower pan's raised rim. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have concerns about accessibility; we have hosted residents who have maneuvered easily in travel wheelchairs and with walkers, as well as residents who have brought caregivers who share a room with them (rooms have two queen beds apiece). 

Caregiver/Aide/PCA
Housing available on campus
Case by case consideration by staff
Accessibility Contact Name
Jane Hodges
Accessibility Contact Email
mineralschoolarts@gmail.com
Accessibility Contact Phone Number
206-937-5643
How much of the residency experience can artists with limited mobility participate?

Most of residency takes place inside the main school building, so it should be accessible. Everything is on one story, including the common area where residents and visiting artists present.

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

The entry doors to the bathrooms in the main school building are narrower ("in" and "out" doors with a column between them). Before a resident who is dependent on a wheelchair comes, we'd like to send dimensions/photos and discuss if we can work for them. 

Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Housing for Companion And/or Caregivers
Housing available
Case by case consideration
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant
Common/Communal Spaces Information

The dining room and library/presentation room are on the main (single) floor of the building. All furniture is movable, so it is easy for a person using a wheelchair to roll up to a place at the dining table, or to choose a place in the library/common room for presentation nights.

Additional Housing Information
Access to laundry on campus
WIFI available in housing
Housekeeping services
Heat and Cool control managed by resident
Other
Meals Provided
All meals
Additional Meals Information
Vegan meal options can be requested
Vegetarian meal options can be requested
Gluten-free meal options can be requested
Food allergies and restrictions can be accommodated
Snack and beverage provided
Computer/Internet Access
Computer and internet connection provided in studio area (private)
Wireless Internet (WIFI)
Studios/Facilities Details

We can offer tables and task lamps, but expect visual artists to bring their own supplies. On arrival day, we let visual artists decide where they might like to work and can help move furnishings/tables to a placement that works for them in their room or outside of their room.

Studio Support/Tech
Air Conditioned
Heat and Cool control access
Additional Studio Information

The building has heat throughout and in warmer months we have a mix of air conditioning and fans, depending on the room. Windows open, as well. The gym is well-insulated and locked and provides another option as a place to work. 

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