artists-in-residence

For over 30 years Arrowmont has welcomed Artists-in-Residence (AIRs) to campus for an 11-month, self-directed residency. This unique program provides 5 early-career artists the time, space and support needed to create new work, while actively participating in our robust community of artists, students and staff.

Each year Arrowmont welcomes over 100 artist-instructors from around the globe, offering Residents a safe space to network, learn, and build lifelong friendships with established artists in a vast range of media and aesthetics. In addition, Residents are guaranteed exhibition space, develop skills in instruction and public speaking, and provided funding for additional development opportunities. In addition, Residents are guaranteed exhibition opportunities, develop skills in instruction and public speaking, and provided funding for additional development opportunities.

Past Artists-in-Residence have gone on to work as award-winning, independent artists, art administrators, educators, curators, and more. The connections made at Arrowmont forge new career paths for developing artists and enrich our community beyond measure.

Professional Development

Resident experiences are tailored to the individual’s goals and desired outcomes, with guaranteed exposure and professional development opportunities including – two gallery exhibitions, open-studio talks and demonstration, instruction experience through our ArtReach program, and funded networking resources.

The 2026-2027 residency will run the last week of June 2026 – May 31, 2027.