About the Open Call

Selected artists receive room and board, a private studio space suited to their practice, and three meals per day during the residency. Residents also receive a $225 weekly stipend and the opportunity to collaborate with a cohort of artists in an interdisciplinary setting. The residency runs in two-week sessions between September 22 and October 6, 2026, with approximately 12 artists selected.

Requirements

Open to artists aged 21+ working in any discipline, including visual arts, sculpture, writing, theatre, dance, music, performance, film, and other interdisciplinary practices. Applicants must commit to the full residency period and facilitate a community program connected to their project. Applications require one letter of recommendation and one additional reference, and artist teams of up to three members may apply.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the residency submission portal via the Bethany Arts Community website using Submittable.