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New Artist Application

Lincoln City Fellowship NYC Residency 2026
The Lincoln City Fellowship NYC Residency is designed for artists seeking input and momentum in the development phase of a specific creative project within an urban, culturally rich environment - offering time, space, and support to deepen ideas, refine process, and engage in meaningful exchange.

The retreat unfolds in two parts, with each artist receiving two dedicated development sessions: one virtual session to prepare and shape their inquiry, and one in-person session in NYC for full cohort engagement and deeper exploration:

Part I — Virtual Preparation (January - March)
Across eight weekly one-hour virtual sessions, the cohort builds connection, establishes shared groundwork, and begins early project conversation. During this phase, each artist has a dedicated virtual development session to share their project-in-progress, receive initial reflection, and clarify the questions they want to carry into the NYC gathering.

Part II — In-Person Development (March 17-22, NYC)
In NYC, each artist receives a second, more extensive development session with the full cohort - inviting in-depth reflection, tailored feedback, and generative dialogue around their evolving project. This urban retreat also includes invigorating arts encounters and spacious, unstructured time to explore the city’s cultural offerings and your own creative impulses.

The residency includes:
- five nights of private accommodations a NYC Hotel (TBA)
- select meals and shows
- a $1500 stipend to support travel, incidentals, and participation in the program.
Applications will be accepted until midnight (PST) on January 2, 2026 though we encourage you to do so at your earliest convenience.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
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Phone Number*
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Homebase location/time zone*
What best describes you as an artist?*
We appreciate that many artists work across mediums and that the label above may only be a partial representation of your creative life.
How did you hear about the Lincoln City Fellowship?*
Objective
Tell us about yourself and your background. How did you arrive to where you are today in your artistic journey?*

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What drives you to create?*

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What are some of the challenges you are currently facing as an artist.*

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Whose lives or perspectives do you hope to impact through your art and what are your current strategies for connecting with these individuals or groups?*

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The Lincoln City Fellowship values mutual respect and curiosity between people from different walks of life and artistic disciplines. Tell us about a time you learned something valuable from someone with a different background or perspective. How did this enrich your artistic practice?*

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The qualities of a Lincoln City Fellow are: drive to create, posture of curiosity, generous spirit, and artistic purpose. In what ways do these values resonate with your approach to your work as an artist?*

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Project in Development
Which art form best describes your creative project in development?*
Describe the creative project are you currently developing. (What is it? Where are you in the process? What questions or challenges are you facing in this specific project?)*

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What inspired this project, and why does it matter to you right now?*

250 words max0/250
Why does engaging with creative counterparts feel especially valuable now and what specific support or feedback are you seeking?*

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Cohort Contribution & Collaboration
This retreat emphasizes groupthink, dialogue and mutual support. What qualities, skills, or experiences would you bring to a group of fellow artists in a generative and collaborative setting?*

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Logistics & Commitment
Does your schedule allow you to commit to attending the retreat in NYC, March 17-22, 2026?*

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To ensure that applicants are fully prepared for the retreat, a series of 8 weekly Zoom meetings are planned to commence mid-January. Please share your general availability and commitment to participate in these one-hour virtual gatherings, as they play a vital role in fostering connections and laying the groundwork for the retreat experience.*
Is there anything else that you'd like to share with us that has not be outlined in the questions above?

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Media
Please submit a brief video that showcases your personality and explains why you want to be a Lincoln City Fellow at this point in your artistic journey.*
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Website
Personal site or other representation of your work
Headshot*

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Additional representation of your work (if applicable)

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Recommendations (optional)

We know sometimes it's easier to let others talk about you so we invite you to upload up to 3 videos or letters of recommendation from people who are familiar with your work.
Written

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Video
YouTube or Vimeo link (2 minutes or less). If more than one entry, separate links with a comma.
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Objective

Project in Development

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Logistics & Commitment

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Recommendations (optional)