ON::View Artist Residency Program - OPEN CALL

About the Open Call

Located in the heart of Savannah’s Starland District at ARTS Southeast, the ON::VIEW Artist Residency provides a free, high visibility studio space for an artist to complete a new project, to continue an in-progress endeavor, or to conduct research exploring conceptual, material, performative, and social practices. The studio’s large windows look out onto Bull Street, the district’s main thoroughfare, allowing the artist’s work to be on view to the community at all times. Visitors and passersby on the sidewalk witness the artist's process as it unfolds in real time, seeing all the steps involved from concept to final execution. Community events like workshops, performances, public art projects and artist talks offer creative ways to interact with the public. The ON::View Residency supports artists from across the globe, working in all media. Located just blocks away, the 5th Dimension Apartment is a cozy studio with a full kitchen and bath to comfortably house the Artist for the duration of their stay. The 5th Dimension Apartment has a private entrance and garden with plenty of space to create, lounge and entertain. It is our hope that by providing lodging for ON::View Artists that we will accommodate a diverse range of creatives from far and wide, as we continue to fulfill our mission to make Savannah a destination for the arts. Savannah, Georgia is a temperate, walkable city known for its unique Southern architecture and historic district. The Starland District, home to ARTS Southeast, offers a vibrant setting with shops, murals, restaurants, breweries, and art galleries.

What is Offered

Free, high-visibility studio space (12x12 feet with street-level windows), private lodging at the 5th Dimension Apartment with a full kitchen and bath, opportunities to connect with the local art community and experts, Instagram takeover on @onviewresidency, and participation in an annual group exhibition (January 2027) featuring residents from the past year. Studio provides 24-hour access.

Requirements

Artists must commit to working in the studio during public open hours (TH - SUN, noon to 5PM) a minimum of one day per week. No aerosol or other toxic/high-VOC materials allowed. No ongoing or repetitive loud noises. Accepted applicants must provide their own materials and supplies. ARTS Southeast does not insure the property of the Resident artist. Current Studio Members or artists who have been Studio Members in the last 6 months are not eligible. Collaborative teams are eligible, with one proposal submitted for the entire team; the 5th Dimension Apartment can house 2 artists comfortably. Artists may seek additional support or funding from other organizations.

How to Apply

Step 1. Pay the $50 application fee online (waiver possible if an undue burden). Step 2. Fill out the application and submit your proposal via the provided Google Form. Your proposal should include a Project Description (maximum 750 words - PDF upload) detailing your work plan, workspace needs/limitations, how you will utilize the large residency windows to share your process, and community engagement programming interests (workshops, artist talks, performances). Also include an Artist Statement and Biography, CV, and a website link with 8-10 images of recent work.