Applications open for Green Box Artist in Residency Program

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026

Green Box Arts is inviting applications from artists of all disciplines and career stages for its Artist in Residency Program in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado. Located at the foot of Pikes Peak in Colorado’s Front Range, the Green Box Artist in Residency Program provides artists with dedicated time, space, and resources to develop new creative work in a supportive environment. The residency welcomes artists of national and international stature and is designed to support artists as they focus on their creative practice while also connecting with the local community. Each residency typically lasts one month. Selected resident artists receive a stipend starting at $9,000 and private housing at The Shed, a dedicated and fully equipped artist residence in Green Mountain Falls. Artists are also expected to propose community engagement activities as part of their applications. These may include masterclasses, performances, open studios, or other meaningful interactions with the local community. There is no application fee, and artists from all disciplines and at any career stage are encouraged to apply.

About the Green Box Artist in Residency Program

The Green Box Artist in Residency Program is an arts incubator based in Green Mountain Falls, Colorado. The programme provides artists with an environment where they can dedicate substantial time to developing and creating new work. Its location at the foot of Pikes Peak in Colorado’s Front Range provides a distinctive setting for artists seeking time away from their normal working environment to concentrate on their creative practice. The residency welcomes artists from different disciplines and career stages, creating opportunities for both emerging and established artists to develop their work. What Does the Residency Provide? The programme is designed to provide artists with the essential resources needed for focused creative development.

Selected artists receive:

- A residency lasting typically one month. - A stipend starting at $9,000. - Private housing at The Shed. - A dedicated and fully equipped artist residence. - Time and space to focus on creative practice. - Resources to support the development of new work. - Opportunities for engagement with the Green Mountain Falls community. The combination of financial support, housing, and dedicated creative space allows resident artists to concentrate on their artistic projects. Who Can Apply? The Green Box Artist in Residency Program welcomes artists from all disciplines and at all career stages. The programme encourages applications from: - Emerging artists. - Mid-career artists. - Established artists. - Artists of national stature. - Artists of international stature. - Artists working across different creative disciplines. There is no restriction to a single artistic discipline, allowing applicants from a broad range of creative practices to be considered. Residency Duration Each residency typically lasts one month. This period gives artists dedicated time to focus on their creative practice, develop new ideas, and create or advance new work. The residency structure is intended to provide artists with a sustained period away from everyday demands so they can concentrate on their artistic goals. $9,000+ Artist Stipend Resident artists receive stipends starting at $9,000. The financial support is an important component of the programme because it gives artists resources to dedicate time to their creative practice during the residency. The stipend is provided alongside private housing at The Shed, creating a supportive environment for artistic development. Private Housing at The Shed Selected resident artists are provided with private housing at The Shed, a dedicated and fully equipped artist residence in Green Mountain Falls. The housing arrangement gives artists a private place to live while they undertake their residency. Having dedicated accommodation alongside a creative workspace helps establish an environment where artists can focus on developing their projects throughout the residency period. Developing and Creating New Work The residency functions as an arts incubator for artists who want to develop and create new work. Artists receive time, space, and resources to concentrate on their creative practice rather than being required to maintain their usual professional routines. The programme can therefore be particularly valuable for artists who have a specific project, new body of work, creative experiment, or artistic concept that would benefit from an extended period of focused development. Community Engagement Requirement Community engagement is an important part of the residency. Applicants are expected to propose community engagement activities as part of their application.

Possible activities can include:

- Masterclasses. - Performances. - Open studios. - Other activities that encourage interaction between artists and the local community. Applicants should therefore consider not only what they want to accomplish artistically but also how their residency can create meaningful opportunities for community engagement.

Deliverables Are Determined Collaboratively

Residency deliverables are not necessarily predetermined in a rigid format. Instead, deliverables for each residency are determined collaboratively upon selection. This allows the residency team and selected artist to establish appropriate expectations based on the artist’s discipline, project, creative process, and proposed community engagement activities. The collaborative approach can provide flexibility for artists working in different artistic disciplines. Why Community Engagement Matters The programme combines individual artistic development with opportunities for artists to engage with the surrounding community. Activities such as performances, masterclasses, and open studios can give local residents opportunities to interact with artists and gain insight into their creative processes. For resident