West Side: Skagit

View from Sourdough Mountain.

Michael Silverman

 

Cascading waterfalls, lush evergreen forests, large lakes, and alpine meadows all characterize the Skagit District. Highway 20, which bisects the park, provides access to both Ross Lake Recreation Area and North Cascades National Park. Artists are able to take advantage of numerous recreational opportunities-- including camping, boating, and hiking--and can explore the park on their own or with National Park Service employees.

Residencies are based out of the North Cascades Visitor Center near Newhalem. Both housing and the center are accessible by vehicle, adjacent to the North Cascades Highway. Residencies occur during the shoulder season, April-May and September-October, normally lasting 4-6 weeks.

Amenities are limited and the nearest grocery store is 23 miles away. Though not required, we highly recommend resident artists bring their own vehicle.

Proposals
Proposals for spring or fall are chosen through a consensus process by a panel of six park and community stewards. Proposals are envisioned as a partnership to celebrate the art of the North Cascades. Please submit proposals with the 2013 Skagit Artist-in-Residence application.

Selection criteria include:
1) Connecting gateway communities to park inspired art.
2) Exposing youth and visitors to artistic impression inspired by the North Cascades.
3) Involving youth and families in creating art from their experiences in the North Cascades.

For more information, contact the Skagit Artist-in-Residence coordinator:
E-mail: e-mail us
Call: 360-854-7303