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Hortus Arboretum and Botanical Gardensresidency
Fall Visual Art Residency
Housing: The Barnette: a small green house with solar panels, heat on demand, woodstove, 1 large bedroom, modern bathroom, air conditioning, outside deck, hi-speed internet. Located in rural Stone Ridge on the edge of Hortus gardens, surrounded by woods and overlooking NY state-protected wetlands.
- Who Can Apply: Established and emerging visual artists, botanical artists, or photographers exploring themes of nature and/or the human connection with nature.
- The Focus: Creating art inspired by nature and the botanical garden's diverse plant collection during a one-week residency.
- The Funding: Housing provided in the Barnette cottage; unlimited garden access; residents cover travel and meals.
- Key Requirements: Up to 8 images (or website link), artist statement, and cover letter explaining how the residency would further your art practice.
DeadlineMonday, September 21, 2026
Application fee$35
DurationOne week
Program datesNovember 2–9, 2026
LocationStone Ridge, NY
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesEmerging, Established
Disciplinesbotanical art, nature-based practice, landscape art
Application notesA car is necessary due to the rural location. Smoking is not permitted on the property. Couples and partners can extend housing during the residency; children are not accommodated. Juror for 2026 is Xinran Guan (2026 Summer Artist Resident). Questions: Barnetteatvly@gmail.com. To see images of the Barnette, visit https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/25042326?s=51
ContactBarnetteatvly@gmail.com
Hortus Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
Organization based in Stone Ridge