Activation has come to represent a future in which mutual aid efforts center accessible care and creative expansion through community solidarity. Last fall I attended an artist residency that reconfigured my expectations around creative community. Exiting the bus from the familiar chaos of New York City into the verdant curtain of the Catskill Mountains, I spent four days immersed in…

The Artist Residency in Dharamkot Studio is a fantastic opportunity for artists seeking inspiration and new cultural experiences. Located in the serene Himalayan foothills, this program provides a calm environment conducive to artistic creation. The studio offers walls covered with murals, stunning gardens, and cozy rooms that inspire creativity. The locality of this residency allows artists to explore the rich culture of India while experiencing its vibrant art scene.

Name: Mary Sprague Profession: Artist and Art/Art History professor (retired) Location: St. Louis, Missouri Size: 4500 square feet Years lived in: 27 years; owned Mary’s home and studio is an aggregation of 50 years of art. An active and longtime member of the St. Louis artistic community, she’s also one of those women you want to be when you’re in your 70s — whip smart, creative and kind.

What are artist residencies? Artist residencies provide artists the opportunity to have the space and time to work outside of their usual environment. Often artists travel to residencies abroad or across the country so as to be in a different location and create new work. They can be incredibly helpful for artists who are starting … All about Artist residencies Read More »

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