Center for African & African American Studiesresidency
Center for African & African American Studies Artist-In-Residence Program
- Who Can Apply: All artists — campus and community artists, established and emerging, including non-Black artists — whose work draws from and contributes to the artistic traditions and aesthetic cultures of Africa and the African diaspora.
- The Focus: Music, theatre, dance, fine arts, film studies, and creative writing (with emphasis on poetry and storytelling) rooted in African and African diaspora traditions.
- The Funding: Recipients receive a $5,000 USD stipend to support their artistic development and creative work. Any collaborators must be paid from this same stipend.
- Key Requirements: Email one PDF to caaas@colorado.edu: cover letter and artist statement (each no more than 1 page, double-spaced, 12-point font), portfolio, résumé/CV and current contact information. Use the subject “CAAAS Artist-In-Residence Program Application”.
Applications openFebruary 1, 2027
DeadlineMonday, March 15, 2027
Stipend$5,000 stipend
LocationBoulder, CO
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesEmerging, Established
DisciplinesMusic, Theatre, Dance, Fine Arts, Film Studies, Creative Writing, Poetry/storytelling
Application notesEmail one PDF to caaas@colorado.edu with subject CAAAS Artist-In-Residence Program Application. Include: cover letter explaining development benefits and community contributions (maximum 1 page, double-spaced, 12-point font); artist statement addressing vision, themes, residency goals and mission fit (same limits); curated portfolio of images, videos or work links (no sample count stated); résumé/CV; current email, phone and website. Present publicly and perform/exhibit/screen at December Kwanzaa and February Black History Month celebrations. Email a 300–500-word report, double-spaced in 12-point font, by June 1, 2028; acknowledge CAAAS funding.
Contactcaaas@colorado.edu
Center for African & African American Studies
Organization based in Boulder