While many artist residencies don't have a cost, they also come with requirements for production of artistic work during the program and are usually not longer than a year, if that long. Our goals at Sentient Meat are slightly different--residents are eligible to stay up to five years, and while the program isn't free, costs are maintained well below market rate and all residency expenses, from utilities to internet and upkeep, are provided at a fixed cost.
Accepted residents are eligible for residency from 1 month up to 5 years in duration.
Residents will have a private studio room at a property owned and lived in by another artist-member of the nonprofit, and potentially other artist residency participants.
Properties also contain communal facilities such as bathrooms, a kitchen, dining area, laundry facilities, workshop areas, and storage, depending on the details of the specific property.
Residents of Linwood only are also eligible for an Artist Retreat benefit after six months of residency--up to a three night stay at the Home Afarm glamping Cottage, and up to seven days of tent site camping.
Resident Responsibilities
Residents must promptly report any repair or maintenance needs to the resident advisor.
Residents must adhere to the terms outlined in the resident agreement, including contributing to property upkeep and following community guidelines.
Residents will conduct an annual review with the residency program coordinator to assess participation in the program.
Program Cost
Our program costs are kept low to increase accessibility and include all base expenses such as utilities and internet.
For 2025, our monthly residency donation is $600.
Residency Openings
We currently have room for up to four resident artists in our primary residency, with a second property opening up for residencies soon.
Resident selection is based on an application process that includes a residency application, portfolio or work samples, residency agreement, and optional additional materials. Selections are made by the board of directors as studio rooms become available.
