Open Call
Phoenix & Zenith Grant - October 2026
Mauser EcoHouse
Eligibility
We have 2 Artists Grants Available for the month of October. The Phoenix Artist Grant is awarded annually to an emerging artist at any discipline in financial need. Members of underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Zenith Artist Grant is awarded annually to an artist with a focus on eco/sustainability. The discipline changes every year and we are accepting applications for Photographers in 2026
Number of Participants
1
Deadline
Selection Results (Announcement Dates)
Duration
October 01, 2026 - October 31, 2026
Facilities
Installation Space, Shared Studio
Housing
Shared Bathroom, Shared Room
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner, Vegetarian
Public Programs
Community Engagement , Grant, Mural Projects, Readings, Retreat, Workshops
Disciplines
Dance, Drawing, Fiber Arts, Illustration, Installation, Interdiscplinary Arts, Jewelry, Multimedia, Music, Painting, Photography, Playwriting, Public Art, Textile, Video Art, Visual Arts
Languages
English, Spanish
Program Description
Grant Includes Residency Program: -Delicious daily breakfast and gourmet vegetarian dinners (Monday–Friday) featuring fresh, local, and organic ingredients -1–2 weekly excursions with transportation and entrance fees included (Manuel Antonio National Park, cacao farms, waterfalls, mangrove tours, beaches, and more) -Inspiring studio space overlooking the lush Costa Rican jungle Fully equipped communal kitchen -High-speed Starlink Wi-Fi and basic utilities -Weekly housekeeping, laundry service, fresh linens, and towels -Airport transportation on arrival and departure days (1st and last day of the month) -Opportunities for community engagement through artist presentations, potluck dinners, open studios, optional mural projects, and volunteering at the local elementary school in Esterillos Oeste Accommodation Shared Room (up to 4 artists) Extra-large single beds with comfortable pillow-top mattresses, shared spacious bathroom with shower and jacuzzi tub.
