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Skowhegan School of Painting & Sculpture Residency
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- Who Can Apply: Emerging visual artists from around the world working in any discipline are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be 21+.
- The Focus: This nine-week program provides an experimental framework for learning and artistic exchange among a community of peers. Participants engage in self-directed work on a rural 350-acre campus in Maine.
- The Funding: Tuition is $16,000; all participants receive a $10,000 scholarship. Full scholarships are available, ensuring no one is turned away for financial reasons.
- Key Requirements: Applicants submit 10 images or 6 minutes of video, a brief video narrative, and contact information for two references.
DeadlineThursday, October 15, 2026
Award$16,000 USD
Cost to attend$0–$6,000
Duration9 weeks
Program datesEarly June to early August, 2027
LocationMadison, ME
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesEmerging
Age range21–
Application notesApplications are reviewed online by a panel of practicing artists, including Skowhegan Governors and alumni. The process is need-blind and involves several rounds of review, culminating in a brief interview for finalists. Applicants submit 10 images or 6 minutes of video, a brief video narrative, and contact information for two references. Letters of recommendation are not required.
Skowhegan School of Painting & Sculpture