Short Description
Light Work invites between twelve and fifteen artists to Syracuse to devote one month to creative projects every year. Over 400 artists have participated in Light Work’s Artist-in-Residence Program, and many of them have gone on to achieve international acclaim.
Eligibility
Our international residency program is open to all artists working in photography or image-based media, from any country.
Submission Requirements
- Personal Info
- CV
- Portfolio
- Biography
- Artist Statement / Work Description
- Letter of Intent
How to Apply
Online Application
Program Benefits & Awards
The residency includes a $5,000 stipend, a furnished artist apartment, 24-hour access to our state-of-the-art facilities, and generous staff support. Work by each Artist-in-Residence is published in a special edition of Contact Sheet: The Light Work Annual, along with an essay commissioned by Light Work. Work by former Artists-in-Residence is also part of the Light Work Collection.
Entry Fee
$10.00
Location
New York, United States
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 1 July 2025