Artist-In-Residence Program-How to Apply

Past Artist-In-Residence caught in the act of creating a work of art.

HOW TO APPLY

Artists must submit application materials and art samples exactly as indicated. Insufficient, or excess materials, are causes for application rejection, as is an artist's proposed use of a work already in progress (before your arrival) as a residency project.

If you are interested in being considered for one of our opportunities, please provide:

1. Resume
2. Entry form
3. Artist statement of work
4. Two to three electronic examples of your work
5. Contact information
6. Dates that you wish to conduct your residency (please provide two or three options).

To download a printable entry form, click here. Once your application package is complete, please mail to the following address:

Attn: Coordinator, Artist-In-Residence Program
Big Cypress National Preserve
33100 Tamiami Trail E
Ochopee, FL 34141

Calendar for 2013-2014
Entries are accepted for the 2013-2014 Artist-In-Residence Program with postmarks dated September 1 through November 30, 2012. Applications postmarked after the deadline will not be considered.

Notifications will be made to finalists by February 28, 2013.

The Selection Process
A panel of professionals from diverse artistic disciplines will choose participating artists. Selection is based on artistic merit, the Statement of Purpose, and appropriateness to a national park residency. 

Program Management
Big Cypress National Preserve's Artist-In-Residence Program is managed by the Division of Interpretation. It is one of the founding and longest running programs in the National Park System. The works completed under this program contribute to the public understanding and appreciation of our national parks and create a legacy preserved for future generations.