The Artist In Residence program at Starry Night Retreat provides artists, writers, and researchers with the opportunity to live and work within a small, creative community. Located downtown in the historic hot springs district of Truth or Consequences, a small rural New Mexico town, Starry Night is a place where writers, artists, and researchers can find quiet solitude and focus on their work. Open year round, residencies are a minimum of two weeks and a maximum of one year. The residency includes private lodging and shared studio space. Recent graduates, matriculated students, and emerging artists are encouraged to apply. Depending on the institution, credit for residency may be available. The cost to participants for a residency in 2012 is $300 per week or $1100 per month. Participants are encouraged to bring their partner, spouse, or creative partner for an additional $175 per week.

Eligibility: Emerging and established visual artists, writers, and researchers engaged in the creation of new work.

Early determination is available upon request. Applications accepted via email only.

For application and complete guidelines: http://starrynightretreat.com/residencies/apply/

Application fee: none

Financial Aid: Based on merit and documented need, there is limited financial aid available. Financial aid requests cannot exceed more than 50% of residency fees only.

For more info on Financial Aid: http://www.starrynightretreat.com/residencies/financial-aid/

Email application to: info@starrynightretreat.com

Website: http://starrynightretreat.com

DEADLINE: January 15th, April 15th, July 15th, October 15th.

SOURCE: http://www.chicagoartistsresource.org/visual-arts/node/47525