04/09/2026
WE'VE EXTENDED THE APPLICATION DEADLINE!! The NOTO Resident Artist program for 2026-27 application deadline has been extended to April 30!!
This program is designed to provide selected artists with the resources, space, and support needed to develop their artistic practice and launch their art careers and businesses.
The NOTO Resident Artist Program will grant one emerging artist a year-long residency that includes:
• Private Studio Space: A dedicated studio space to create and develop a body of work, providing the artist with a conducive environment for artistic exploration.
• Amenities: Unlimited access to the Avant Gard Underground common space, which includes facilities for collaboration, networking, and community engagement.
• Classroom Access: Eight hours per month of classroom space for workshops, classes, or community events that the artist may wish to host.
To apply for this residency, artists must submit the following materials along with completing the application form:
1. Digital Portfolio: A collection of recent works that demonstrate the artist’s style, techniques, and range.
2. Artist Bio: A brief biography outlining the artist’s background, education, and artistic journey.
3. Artist Statement: A statement that conveys the artist’s vision, themes, and the mediums they work with.
4. 500-Word Essay: An essay detailing how the residency will help launch the artist’s career and business, including specific goals for their artistic and entrepreneurial aspirations.
To be eligible,
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• Selected artists will be required to sign the NOTO lease and all associated paperwork, including the code of conduct.
Entries will be reviewed and selected from the NOTO Artist Committee recommendations with NOTO staff approving final selection. The selection process will focus on the artist’s potential for growth, the quality of their work, and how they plan to utilize the resources provided by the residency.
In return for the studio space and amenities, the awardee will be expected to:
• Provide no less than 24 hours of volunteer work at the NOTO Art Center each month, contributing to the center’s operations and community initiatives.
• Develop a cohesive body of work or equivalent to be presented at the conclusion of the residency.
• Submit a 500-word essay at the end of the residency reflecting on their experience and the impact it had on their artistic career.
The NOTO Art Center believes that this Resident Artist opportunity will not only support individual artists in their creative pursuits but also enrich the local arts community by fostering collaboration, education, and engagement. By providing resources and a platform for emerging artists, we aim to cultivate a vibrant artistic ecosystem that benefits both the artists and the community at large. If you have any questions, please contact Arts Administrator [email protected]
Timeline:
2/1/2026 Announcement goes out
4/30/2026 Application deadline
5/1/2026 Reviews begin
5/15/2026 Award announced
6/1/2026 Residency begins contingent on paperwork being signed
(Lease, Code of Conduct, Insurance certificate submitted)
Applications may be completed at https://form.jotform.com/260305951126148
