Mary Olson Farm Artist in Residence 2021

The Mary Olson Farm Artist in Residence program offers an annual opportunity for an artist to pursue their work in the unique setting of the Mary Olson Farm in Auburn, Washington. The residency lasts approximately two months during June and July.

The residency provides a $3,500 stipend (funds can be used towards art supplies, transportation, meals, etc.), a large historic barn studio space of approximately 450 sq. ft. on a 67-acre property, opportunities to tour the property and learn about Auburn's history through the White River Valley Museum, and an exhibition opportunity with reception and artist talk in Auburn. Selected artists must commit a minimum of ten hours per week for eight weeks creating work on-site, participate in two open-studio weekend afternoons for public viewing, lead one free public workshop, and participate in a final artist talk, reception, and exhibition. Artists provide their own supplies and transportation.

Eligibility is open to individual artists or artist teams currently residing in the Pacific Northwest working in two and three-dimensional media including drawing, painting, photography, textiles, sculpture, installation, woodworking, and printmaking. Selection is based on artistic excellence, strength and creativity of the residency proposal, and feasibility of creating innovative work during the residency. The application deadline is February 25, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. MST. Finalists will be notified by March 5, 2021 and invited to interview on March 10, 2021. Final selection and notifications will be made by March 12, 2021. Work samples should include 5-10 digital images and up to 2 optional videos demonstrating past work.