Bryn Du Artist in Residence Program

About the Open Call

The Bryn Du Artist in Residence program aims to enhance local awareness and engagement in the arts by introducing new and varied artists to the Granville community. It also provides an inspirational setting for the creation of artistic works by one artist at a time, of any discipline, over an 8 or 12-week time frame. While in residence, the chosen artist will reside in the Cramer House, the renovated laundry building designed for Artists in Residence, behind the Bryn Du Mansion. Artists may be in any stage of their career to apply and participate in a Bryn Du residency.Residencies at Bryn Du are open nationwide for artists of all disciplines to apply including but not limited to those in the fields of visual arts, literature, music, theatre, fashion, dance, storytelling and audiovisual studies. Residencies are available in the Winter (January-March), Summer (June-August) and Fall (September-November). Upon applying, artists will specify which seasons they may be interested in and if they prefer an 8 or 12-week residency. All Artists in Residence are expected to provide a minimum of 2 community engagement activities per month which will be agreed upon by Bryn Du and the artist prior to the residency. Examples might include a community poetry reading, performance on the outdoor stage, artist talk or gallery show. Bryn Du is open to lots of ideas and will happily work with accepted artists to determine engagement activities that are enjoyable to the artist, may advance his or her journey, and engage the community. The Cramer House is a 2-story stand-alone building located behind the main Bryn Du Mansion. It features a full kitchen, a large all-purpose tiled room, a half bathroom on the first floor, and a full bathroom with shower, a large open bedroom combined with living room space, a queen-sized bed, desk area, sitting area, and a very large walk-in closet on the second floor. A personal-sized washer and dryer are available in the basement. Bryn Du will not charge rent and will pay for all utilities including electric, water, gas and internet. Artists are responsible for their own materials, food, etc.

What is Offered

Free housing at the Cramer House, a private AIR cottage on the Bryn Du property, and a stipend of $1000 for every 4 weeks of stay ($2000 for an 8-week residency and $3000 for a 12-week residency). Bryn Du will cover all utilities including electric, water, gas, and internet. Access to various campus buildings and spaces can be pre-arranged for artistic work.

Requirements

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and reside in the United States. All artistic disciplines will be considered. Artists are expected to provide a minimum of 2 community engagement activities per month during their residency. All AIRs are required to obtain a background check prior to their residencies. Only one artist can be hosted at a time; collaborations or collectives are not allowed. Artists are responsible for their own travel expenses, materials, food, paper products, additional consumables, and personal items. Pets are not allowed in the Cramer House.

How to Apply

The application window is open from June 1 through August 31 for residencies in the following calendar year. There is a $20 non-refundable application fee. Applicants are advised to read the FAQ section before applying. The application process closes August 31, 2025. Your application is not complete until you finalize the payment.