Open AIR
Montana
Applications are now open for Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 residencies. Artists working in all mediums are invited to apply for place-based, immersive artist residencies that connect art, community, and Montana’s diverse landscapes.
This year’s CALL FOR ARTISTS offers 13 residency site opportunities across the state—from remote wilderness areas to historic cultural landmarks—artists are provided time, space, and resources to create and engage with local communities. Each individual residency provides studio space, housing, a stipend, and resources to support creative exploration of place. Visit our website for dates, sites, application details, and to explore past artists’ experiences.
To learn more and explore individual site descriptions, visit our website.
Salary:Modest stipends for every artist. $35/day for every day of the residency.
Benefits:
Access to a studio space in a unique location
Housing to all artists coming from outside of the town of residency
Community engagement and professional development opportunities where artists can present/share about their work
Listing on our website and promotion on our media and communications channels.
A chance to connect with members of the community
Modest stipends for every artist. $35/day for every day of the residency.
Education requirements: None
Deadline to apply: December 17, 2025
Documents required to apply:Resume, Work Sample/Portfolio, Writing Sample
How to apply: Apply on our website