2-Week Artist Residency Program

The Two-Week Residency is a self-directed program designed to give artists uninterrupted time and space to focus deeply on their practice.

During the first week, artists work independently in their studios, free from scheduled commitments. In the second week, participants engage in a series of studio visits with leading arts professionals, including our visiting gallerist; Judy Barie, the Susan and John Turben Director of Chautauqua Visual Arts (CVA) Galleries; Erika Diamond, Associate Director of Galleries at Chautauqua Institution; and Erika b Hess, Artistic Director of Chautauqua Visual Arts.

This residency coincides with Chautauqua Institution’s world-renowned summer programming, where artists, musicians, and thought leaders gather to celebrate creative exchange. Residents receive a gate pass granting access to concerts, lectures, and performances, offering further opportunities to connect and engage across disciplines.

Set within the inspiring grounds of Chautauqua Institution, the Two-Week Residency provides dedicated studio space, meaningful dialogue through studio visits and feedback sessions, and a chance to build connections with curators, gallerists, and fellow artists all while maintaining the independence of a self-directed practice.

Requirements

• Available for the entire duration of the residency program
• Comfortable working in a rural environment
• Is at least 21 years of age at the start of the residency program
• Daily cleaning and organizational skills
• Work well on a team and independently
• Self-motivated
• Cost of Attendance (Includes housing, meals, tuition, and fees)

Application Instructions

Requirements for application include:

• Ten images of your work. All media accepted, including video. Video submissions must be less than five minutes each.

• Descriptions of your work for each image including title, media, dimensions, and year created.

• Statement about why you are interested in the residency and what you hope to accomplish during your stay
• Artist Statement
• PDF of your current CV.

• One reference
• $35 non-refundable application fee.

Chautauqua Institution has a deep commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility and encourages applications from all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Application Fee: $35