McColl Center Artist-in-Residence Program

About the Open Call

McColl Center's Artist-in-Residence Program provides a catalyst for artistic growth. We offer flexible residency terms throughout the year, with a dedicated summer session for parents and/or educators. Artists can indicate preferred dates and duration during the annual application period. Residents receive private housing adjacent to McColl Center, a large-scale private studio in our historic building in Uptown Charlotte, curatorial guidance, marketing and PR support, and a generous stipend. Artists have the freedom to fully focus on artistic research, exploration, and creation, while also engaging with McColl Center’s Igniters community and the Charlotte-based creative sector. Artists have access to shared labs and studios, including a 3D Lab (3D printer and laser cutter), Ceramics + Sculpture Studio, Darkroom, Media Lab with a large-scale printer, and Woodshop. Artists-in-Residence participate in a group exhibition and lead one to two community engagements centered around their practice. This residency encourages artists to think big, take risks, and explore ideas within the context of Charlotte.

What is Offered

Private housing adjacent to McColl Center, a large-scale private studio, curatorial guidance, marketing and PR support, generous stipend, access to 3D Lab (3D printer and laser cutter), Ceramics + Sculpture Studio, Darkroom, Media Lab with large-scale printer, and Woodshop. Participation in a group exhibition and community engagements.

Requirements

Limited to artists who reside in the United States. Open to emerging and mid-career artists. Dedicated summer session for parents and/or educators.

How to Apply

Applications open on July 1, 2025, with a submission deadline of September 1, 2025, for residencies taking place between Summer 2026 and Winter 2027. The review process takes up to 14 weeks from the application deadline, with notifications sent via email. Apply online via Slideroom. Guidelines and Frequently Asked Questions are available on the McColl Center website.