Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency 2020

Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency (JTHAR) welcomes artists at all stages of their careers working in all media, including drawing, painting, photography, film, video, new media, installation, fiction and non-fiction writing, interdisciplinary work, social practice, and architecture. The program fosters creativity through opportunities for exploring, experimenting, quiet reflection, engagement, and cross-cultural exchange with the vibrant local artist community.

The 2020 program offers a seven-week group residency from April 28 - June 16, 2020, and three six-week solo artist residencies: June 29 - August 10, 2020; August 24 - October 5, 2020; and January 20 - March 2, 2021. All Spring Session recipients receive a $1,000 scholarship/stipend to cover art supplies, transportation, meals, and other costs. Solo residencies do not include scholarship awards. The residency provides studio space and living accommodations, with each artist assigned their own house. Some houses are located near the West Entrance of Joshua Tree National Park; others are in Pipes Canyon and Flamingo Heights. All houses are equipped with AC or swamp coolers. Artists must provide their own transportation and have a vehicle during their stay.

Selection is based on the merit of the artist's portfolio and residency proposal, reviewed by the JTHAR Board Members. Spring residency participants must attend the full seven-week program with no exceptions. Artists chosen for the residency must donate one completed work to JTHAR. The April 28 - June 16 residency culminates in an exhibition at the Joshua Tree Art Gallery, curated by the participating artists. Solo artists may have the option of an exhibition at the JTHAR studio. Mid-residency reviews provide opportunities to discuss progress with board members. Optional workshops about artists' work are available to the local community. Visitors are limited to two-night stays; family members, partners, and pets cannot be accommodated. Entry fee: $40. Work samples may include up to 15 images, 2 audio files, and 3 videos (15 total samples maximum). International artists are eligible.