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Applications for Artist Residencies

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Applications for artist residencies are accepted between October and February 15 and are reviewed once a year.

To be considered, applications for short-term or year-long residencies must be received at The Bray no later than February 15.

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How to Apply

Applications for The Bray artist in residence program each year will be accepted online from October through February 15. By following the apply online link you will be taken to Slideroom.com which will allow you to register and upload your images and other information.

Residency Options:

  • Long-term Residency

    Long-term Residency with Fellowship beginning in the fall (1–2 years)

    Learn more about long-term residencies and fellowships
  • Summer Residency

    Summer Residency with Scholarship between May–October (2–5 months) 

    Learn more about summer residencies and scholarships
  • Short-term Residency

    Short-term Residency without scholarship between August–October
    (1–2 months, limited availability)

Application Check List

When applying please submit the following information:

  • 1 Preferred residency choices with preferred start and end dates
  • 2 Résumé/CV
  • 3 A brief artist's statement
  • 4 Letter of intent stating your artistic goals and interests in The Bray's residency program
  • 5 Contact information of 3 people who can speak to your qualifications as a potential resident. List the name, affiliation, phone number, and email address. Reference letters will not be accepted
  • 6 20 digital images of your recent work submitted as jpgs with title of the piece, year made, materials and dimensions

TIP *For good image quality and a fast upload, your image files must be sized around 1800 x 1800 pixels at 72 dpi (approximately 6" x 6" at 300 dpi). Please do not submit images smaller than this requirement.

Your completed application must be received on or before February 15, annually.

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