residency 2026

Offering an environment ideally suited to total immersion in the creative process and ample opportunity for dialogue and exchange with fellow artists and the community at large

The white sandy beaches of Northwest Florida are the stunning backdrop to the picturesque walking community of Seaside. Gracious cottage accommodations support full immersion in work with the Gulf of Mexico a constant source of inspiration, reflection, and renewal. Time slows while walking or biking along miles of scenic coastal paths. Round table dinners, enjoyed in the ambiance of a private home, are a favorite weekly tradition among “Escapees.” Architecturally distinct venues provide intimate settings for showcasing the creative work of our artists. These and many other gifts from our community create an unforgettable multi-disciplinary creative retreat.

Two multi-disciplinary sessions are open to professional artists and scholars working in literary, music and theatre arts; visual, multi-media and interdisciplinary arts; scholars of architecture, history, and environmental and cultural studies. Escape to Create has a special interest in supporting the work of emerging to mid-career artists and scholars.

Complete applications are reviewed and ranked by a panel of distinguished Escape To Create alums representing each discipline. Their recommendations are made on the strength of three one-page proposals: Project, Performance, and Educational Outreach. A selection committee awards residencies based on recommendations an Alum Panel.

Session I: Arrive January 5, Depart January 30

Session II: Arrive February 2, Depart February 27