Organizer Information:
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University. This residency honors the legacy of Sister Dennis Frandrup, a beloved ceramics professor who inspired generations of students during her 30-year tenure in the Art Department. The residency takes place across both campuses in Saint Joseph and Collegeville, MN (approximately 85 miles from the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport).
Title & Description:
Applications are open for the Sister Dennis Frandrup Artist Residency.
The residency provides six weeks of dedicated studio time, housing, and a modest stipend. Artists receive a private studio space with essential tools and access to studio-specific equipment. Past resident artists have shared their creative work and process through a public lecture, studio visits with senior art majors, and an open studio reception at the conclusion of their stay.
Category:
Visual Arts, Ceramics, Printmaking, Sculpture, Photography, & Video.
Eligibility:
- Who: Open to all artists. International artists are welcome to apply, but visa arrangements are strictly the responsibility of the artist.
- Family-Friendly: This program explicitly welcomes families.
- Accessibility: The visiting artist studio is a loft located upstairs and is primarily reached by a spiral staircase.
Program Benefits & Awards:
- Stipend: A modest stipend is provided.
- Workspace: A private, bright 918 sq. ft. loft studio at the Saint John’s Art Center with 24/7 access, Wi-Fi, and flexible furnishings. Artists also enjoy access to fully equipped studios and labs for printmaking, video, sculpture, and photography.
- Accommodation: Lodging at the Collegeville Institute, a lakeside retreat designed by architect Marcel Breuer. The fully furnished, family-friendly apartments include linens, kitchen equipment, central heating/AC, a brick fireplace, and wireless internet.
Application Fee & Program Costs:
- Fees: There are NO application or residency fees.
- Travel: Travel expenses are NOT reimbursable.
Application Requirements:
Applicants must prepare the following materials:
- A portfolio of 10 images compiled into a single PDF file.
- An image list with titles, mediums, and dimensions.
- A current CV.
- An artist statement.
- A proposal describing how the residency and dedicated studio time will support and advance your artistic practice.
How to Apply?
Submit your application materials as directed on the official residency webpage. (Please reach out to the organizers via email if a specific submission portal is not currently active).
Key Dates:
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2026.
- Residency Session: April 5, 2027 – May 15, 2027 (Six Weeks).
Location:
Saint John’s University (Collegeville, MN) & College of Saint Benedict (Saint Joseph, MN), USA.
Contact Information:
Email: art@csbsju.edu