Eligibility

Practicing artists of all backgrounds and at any stage of their career are encouraged to apply.

Number of Participants

The Anderson Center’s Winter Retreat program is a short-term residency during the organization’s off-season for artists and writers seeking concentrated creative time for reflection and the advancement of their personal artistic goals. A Winter Retreat at the Anderson Center is a fee-based opportunity for up to four artists at a time to live in community and fellowship while working on their own projects in the inspiring setting of the historic Tower View Estate.

Deadline

December 01, 2024 06:00 UTC

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

October 15, 2024 05:00 UTC

Duration

January 08, 2025 - February 04, 2025

Costs

• $30.00 application fee
• $650.00 program fee (weekly)

Facilities

Darkroom, Desk Space, Individual Studio, Library, Piano, Print Shop

Housing

Guest House, Kitchen, Private Room

Disciplines

Animation, Architecture, Book Arts, Cartoonist, Choreography, Cinematography, Comedy, Composers, Conceptual Art, Dance, Design, Documentary, Drawing, Fiber Arts, Fiction, Film, Illustration, Interdiscplinary Arts, Jewelry, Journalism, Literature, Music Composition, Nonfiction, Painting, Photography, Playwriting, Poetry, Printmaking, Scholar, Screenwriting, Sculpture, Social Practice, Sound Art, Textile, Visual Arts

Languages

English

Program Description

A self-paced Winter Retreat may be a good fit for: -Artists & writers who need time away from daily responsibilities and distractions to focus on a creative project. - Visual artists needing access to the Anderson Center’s specific studio facilities. -Educators seeking focused creative time during a winter break or sabbatical. A Winter Retreat is also an ideal opportunity for collaborating artists to advance a project or work alongside one another at Tower View. A Winter Retreat in the Historic Tower View Residence includes a private bedroom and a private bathroom, along with access to a fully equipped kitchen, laundry room, living room, dining room, and several common spaces. Bedrooms are equipped with either a king bed, full bed, or twin beds; a desk, a dresser, a large closet, and a comfortable chair. Artists are responsible for their own food, meals, and transportation.