resident artist program
dedicated studio space. community support. make, teach and care for maypop while growing your own creative practice.
about the residency
The Maypop Resident Artist program is a 6-month studio residency for artists who are interested not only in having a place to work, but in helping shape and care for a shared creative space.
Resident Artists are stewards of the studio. Artists who value presence, collaboration and the slow building of a place that supports meaningful making. This residency is rooted in mutual investment: affordable studio access in exchange for care, participation, and contribution to the life of the studio.
the space
Resident Artists are provided a dedicated workspace in the The Understory (the basement studio of Maypop). This space is well-suited for various practices including ceramics, printmaking, painting, photography (including film and cyanotype), fiber-based work, and other focused studio practices.
Resident Artists also have access to the shared upstairs studio with natural light during open studio hours. This space is communal and not reserved exclusively for residents.
resident access
dedicated, private basement studio space for focused work
shared upstairs studio with natural light
worktable, storage, and communal studio resources
tools and equipment relevant to your practice (esp. fiber artists) or access to wholesale pricing for materials
teaching opportunities during residency
participation in open studios, events, and community programs
unlimited access to the studio between 7a and 10p.
opportunity to exhibit work in the maypop gallery space, with support for marketing and signage
in-studio signage & marketing support
monthly check-ins and support from the studio director
a full equipment list can be provided upon request.
resident commitment
resident artists contribute to the life of the studio through a monthly studio fee, teaching, and stewardship of shared space. each residency is unique, and contributions may look different depending on life circumstances. at maypop, we take care of each other.
$250/month studio fee (with work-trade or sliding scale options available)
6-month commitment, with the option to renew
offer at least one class, workshop or learning experience during your residency
stewardship contribution to studio growth
willingness to communicate with other residents about shared space, tools and scheduling
participation in monthly check-ins
if this feels aligned with your creative practice, we invite you to fill out the resident artist application form so we can get to know you and your craft, explore what inspires you, and see how you might contribute to our creative community.