Call for Resident Artist Applications

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft (HCCC) is pleased to announce the opening of the free online application for the 2026 – 2027 Cycle (September 2026 – August 2027) of its Artist Residency Program. All artists working in craft media, including wood, glass, metal, fiber, and clay, as well as those who work at the intersection of contemporary craft and photography, are encouraged to apply December 1, 2025 – February 1, 2026. Resident artists receive a $1,000 monthly stipend and numerous benefits, including 24/7 access to studio space, cultural and professional development, the opportunity to exhibit work and give an artist talk, and much more. Artists working at the intersection of contemporary craft and photography are eligible to apply for the Interdisciplinary Craft + Photography Artist Residency, in partnership with Houston Center for Photography. Six- and nine-month residencies will be given preference, with limited three- and twelve-month residencies available.