About the Open Call

Established in 1999, Woodstock AIR is committed to providing direct support to artists working with photography and expanding critical dialogue around diversity, race, and identity in the context of social justice. The one-month residencies allow photographers the time and space to break new ground, complete ongoing projects, and advance their artistic vision in an inspiring environment. Over 175 artists have participated to date. The program supports community building, individual creativity, photographic production, and critical dialogue around visual culture and social change. Residents are housed in a two-bedroom house in Woodstock featuring two separate artist studios, equipped with a large-format printer, editing setup, and ample workspace. Residents also receive critical and technical support at CPW’s Digital Media Lab in Kingston.

What is Offered

Ten photographers will receive a one-month residency, including a $2,000 honorarium, a $250 travel stipend, living accommodations in a fully equipped artist studio house, with access to a large-format printer and editing setup. Additionally, residents receive critical and technical support at CPW’s Digital Media Lab in Kingston.

Requirements

Applicants must be US-based BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and ALAANA (African, Latinx, Asian, Arab, Native American) identifying artists working in any genre of photography or related media. Applicants currently enrolled in a full-time degree program must complete their degree program by May 2026 (with the exception of Ph.D. students). Former residents may not reapply.

How to Apply

Submissions for Woodstock AIR 2026 are now open via Submittable. Applicants should visit https://cpw.submittable.com/submit to apply. Requirements include being a US-based BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and ALAANA (African, Latinx, Asian, Arab, Native American) identifying artist working in any genre of photography or related media. Applicants currently enrolled in a full-time degree program must complete their degree program by May 2026 (with the exception of Ph.D. students). Former residents may not reapply.