Windgate Artist in Residence

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Housing: 2 bed/2 bath campus apartment

Who Can Apply: Practicing visual artists with significant exhibition records, MFA/MA in Visual Arts or equivalent professional experience, proven record of consistent professional achievements, and experience producing public artwork, sculptures, or large-scale paintings.
The Focus: Creating a permanent public artwork such as a mural or free-standing sculpture to be installed on the ATU campus while engaging with the campus community.
The Funding: $30,000 stipend (minus fringes), $18,000 for supplies, housing in 2-bed/2-bath campus apartment, and dedicated off-campus studio space.
Key Requirements: Must commit as full-time resident for Fall 2026 academic term (August 8 – December 18, 2026); project must be completed and installed by December 12, 2026; submit PDF with project proposal, design drawing, budget, CV/resume, artist statement, ten images of work, and three references.

DeadlineFriday, July 3, 2026

Stipend$30,000 (minus fringes)

DurationFive-month residency, August 8 – December 18, 2026

Program datesAug 8, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026

LocationRussellville, Arkansas

ParticipationOn-site

Career stagesMid-Career, Established

DisciplinesPublic Art, Mural, Large-scale Painting, Sculpture

Application notesChildren cannot be accommodated. Meals not provided. Artist must arrive before August 12, 2026 (first day of fall semester). Selection based on quality of artwork, project proposal, and potential for working with community.

Contactlgilbert3@atu.edu

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Arkansas Tech University

Russellville