Contemporary Craft is pleased to open applications for our Two-Week Summer Residency Retreats.
Contemporary Craft is pleased to offer multiple Two-Week Summer Residency Retreats for artists in any stage of their career who are comfortable working independently in a studio environment. Artists should work in a medium supported by our studios such as small metals, jewelry, blacksmithing, fibers, weaving, papermaking, book arts, and small-scale woodworking.
CC will offer two-week sessions throughout the summer and will host two Summer Retreat Residents per session. Residents will share a studio space in the Raphael Building at Contemporary Craft and receive housing in a four bedroom home just a quick three-minute drive from Contemporary Craft.
Eligibility and Requirements
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and must be a non-Pittsburgh resident.
- Applicants must work in a medium that can be supported by the Studios at Contemporary Craft. Artists working in small metals, jewelry, fibers, weaving, papermaking, book arts, and small-scale woodworking are encouraged to apply.
- Residents are responsible for travel to and from Pittsburgh.
- Residents must have their own car for transportation during the residency.
- Residents must bring all personal tools, equipment, and materials they need to complete their work (outside of tools available in the community Studio spaces).
- Residents must complete a successful background check prior to the start of the residency.
Benefits
- Access to Contemporary Craft from 9am-9pm daily
- Access to Contemporary Craft's Community Studios
- Two weeks of uninterrupted studio time and the opportunity to meet and work with other artists
- Pittsburgh is Craft! The opportunity to visit other cultural institutions in an urban environment during your stay in Pittsburgh.
Residency Terms
- July 6-18, 2026
- July 27-August 8, 2026
- August 17-29, 2026
Fees
- Application: Free
- Residency Fee: $500 for two weeks
- Housing Fee: $350-$450 for two weeks
- Studio Fee: Additional studio fees may apply depending on studio consumables
To Apply
Please have the following documents prepared:
Resume (optional)
Artist Statement
Letter of Interest outlining the body of work you hope to complete during your residency
Three professional references
Five photos of your work
Our mission is to engage the public in creative experiences through Contemporary Craft. We strive to create an inclusive environment and encourage artists of all backgrounds to apply.
Deadline and Notification
Application Deadline: January 5, 2026 - 11:59pm
Online Interviews: Late January/Early February
Notification: February 23, 2026