Organizer Information
Ramona Residency is a nonprofit, artist-run residency located in the Arts District of Houston, Texas, home to the largest concentration of artists in the state. Founded with the goal of supporting artist mothers and caregivers, the residency provides a fully furnished home where artists can live and work alongside their families. The organization emphasizes community engagement, fostering connections between resident artists, local curators, and the Houston arts community.
Ramona Residency also collaborates with local maker spaces, galleries, and cultural nonprofits, including HTX Clay, TXRX Labs, Burning Bones Press, and Lawndale Art Center, creating a supportive and resource-rich environment for artistic practice.
Title & Description
Printmaking & Visual Arts Residency for Mothers at Ramona Artist Residency 2026
This two-week residency provides artist mothers with dedicated time, space, and support to pursue creative projects in any visual arts medium. Participants live in a fully furnished house in Houston’s Arts District, with flexible studio areas including indoor spaces and the outdoor back deck. The program encourages creative experimentation, community engagement, and professional growth through opportunities to meet local curators, participate in open studios or artist talks, and contribute a work to future exhibitions and fundraisers. The residency is designed for mothers and female-identifying caregivers, allowing them to bring their families or organize childcare with support from a partner or caregiver.
Categories
- Visual Art
- Painting
- Printmaking
- Photography
- Illustration
- Sculpture
- Mixed Media
- Other Visual Arts Disciplines
Eligibility
- Open to artists at any stage of their careers.
- Mothers and female-identifying caregivers are prioritized.
- International and national applicants welcome, including Houston-based artists.
- No requirement for children to attend; family participation is optional.
- Applicants must be able to work within the residency’s home or outdoor space.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Fully furnished accommodations for the residency period.
- $500 stipend to support living expenses.
- Opportunity to live and work with family in an accessible, family-friendly neighborhood.
- Engagement with local curators, artists, and the Houston arts community.
- Participation in an open studio or artist talk during the residency.
- Contribution of one artwork to future Ramona Residency exhibitions and fundraisers.
- Access to nearby maker spaces and community resources (e.g., HTX Clay, TXRX Labs, Burning Bones Press).
Application Fee
$35 USD entry fee, payable at the time of application to support residency operations and programming.
Application Requirements
- Personal information (name, contact details).
- Artistic CV or portfolio demonstrating practice.
- Statement of intent or project proposal outlining the creative work planned during the residency.
- Confirmation of eligibility as a mother or caregiver.
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 1 March 2026
- Finalist Zoom Interviews: March 10–12, 2026
- Artist Notification: 15 March 2026
Available Residency Slots 2026:
- May 1–15
- May 17–31
- June 1–15
- June 17–30
- July 1–15
- July 17–31
Location
Ramona Residency House, Arts District, Houston, Texas,
United States
Additional Details
- One artist mother and her family accommodated per residency.
- Partner, spouse, or caregiver may join to assist with childcare.
- No separate studio; artists are expected to work in shared indoor/outdoor spaces.
- Public transportation is limited; car or rideshare recommended.
- Artists may need to arrange own travel; travel stipends and visa support are not provided.
- House amenities include two bedrooms, living room fold-out, kitchen, washer/dryer, Wi-Fi, and parking.
- Residents are encouraged to engage with Houston’s cultural scene, including museums and galleries.
