lucid art residency program 2027
Know before you apply
- Nonrepresentational artists with an MFA or equivalent
- US or Canada residents with a car
- Artists seeking solitude and connection with nature
- MFA and exhibition history required
- Own car required for whole stay
- No stipend; meals not provided
The Lucid Art Residency Program encourages nonrepresentational artmaking exploration through mixed-media, conceptual, ecological, and interdisciplinary approaches. Nonrepresentational artwork does not represent or depict a being, place, or thing.
The residency is a 3-week stay, usually between March and November, for artists in serene, retreat-like surroundings. This program encourages artists to delve into a contemplative state with their studio work. Solitary explorations in a remote place enable artists to unplug from their daily routines and find a deeper connection with nature.
During the residency, artists have the opportunity to meet and dialogue with a Lucid Art professional artist associate who will visit the artist's studio and engage in conversation with them about their work. A weekly tea and conversation will be scheduled with staff, artist associates, and/or scholars.
Artists will be given a tour of Gordon Onslow Ford’s studio, shedding light on the historical and environmental context seeding the residency program and campus.
Due to the limited number of artists who can attend per year, the Foundation would like to give opportunities to new artists. We only allow applications from artists who have not previously participated in our residency program.