Applications are now closed. Please check back in the new year for the Spring 2026 application.

The form below is a sample of the application form.

The Low Season Artist Residency is made possible by many dedicated and generous people. In order for us to continue this work we do need to collect a small application fee of $15 to cover administrative costs. If you would like to apply to our program but cannot pay this fee, we can offer you a one-time application fee waiver. Simply add a note stating a “waiver request”. If you are an artist who can afford more than the fee, please consider donating to pay it forward for someone who cannot. If you are applying for a second time please be sure to pay the application fee.

IMPORTANT: When submitting your application fee you will be directed to a PayPal link for the Block Island Arts Council (our fiduciary sponsor) please be sure to add a note stating “application fee for Low Season” when checking out.

Google Docs or Slides is a good option if you don't have a website but be sure to enable sharing so we can view your work.

Click or drag a file to this area to upload.

Please let us know how this residency might help your studio practice or why you are looking for some time away. Also consider why this non-traditional residency would work for you.

It is helpful for us to know if you have been to Block Island. Don’t worry if you haven’t, we simply want to know how much info to share if you are accepted.

Let us know your experience teaching and what creative workshop you could lead. If accepted we will help you with planning, logistics, and feedback. Note:if accepted you will need to complete a background check to work with the school.

Click the Application fee button, which will take you to a PayPal page to complete your transaction. After your transaction, be sure to return to the application page and click the submit application button.

Select at least one response. Note: after paying the application fee please return to this page to submit your application below *

Click Submit Application after your payment is complete.