South Dallas Cultural Center Artist-in-Residence Application Form 2027

South Dallas Cultural Center Artist-in-Residence Application Form 2027

The South Dallas Cultural Center is seeking a dedicated artist for our 2027 Artist-in-Residence Program. This residency provides an immersive opportunity to create, engage with the South Dallas community, and develop new work over an extended period.
SDCC Mission: The South Dallas Cultural Center provides programs in the performing, literary, and visual arts with an emphasis on the African contribution to world culture. We facilitate enriching and dynamic opportunities for the Dallas community to experience, examine, and celebrate black creative culture.

Artists are selected based on their demonstrated mastery of the subject matter, artistic skill, and professional experience. Selection is not influenced by race, creed, ethnicity, or any other protected characteristic. Participation in classes and programs is open and welcoming to all individuals, regardless of background.
Application Period:
Opens April 1, 2026
Closes June 1, 2026

Residency Overview
Duration: January 2027 – October 2027
Number of Artists Selected: 2
Residency Culmination: Visual Artist’s work will be featured in the Center’s 5th exhibition of the year (September – October 2027).
Support Provided: Studio space, stipend (no more than 3k per artist), and opportunities for community engagement including workshops, talks, and collaborations with local programs.

The residency is designed for artists committed to exploring innovative ideas and fostering dialogue through their practice. Residents are expected to engage with the South Dallas community, contribute to cultural programming, and develop a body of work that will be showcased professionally.

Residency Deliverables:

1. One keepsake piece for the South Dallas Cultural Center.
2. Culminating presentation depending on discipline.

- Dance or Theater: live performance or staged presentation
- Spoken Word / Professional Poetry: live performance or reading
- Music: live performance
- Visual Arts: exhibition of artwork
- Film: screening or showcase
- New Media Arts / Art + Technology: exhibition, interactive installation, or showcase
Application Requirements
All applicants must submit the following:

1. Artist Statement and Resume/CV
2. Portfolio of Recent Work (images, recordings, videos, or links)
3. Project Proposal or Residency Plan
4. Community Engagement Statement – see question below
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Email Address*
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Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
DanceTheaterSpoken Word / Pros PoetryMusicVisual ArtsFilmNew Media Arts/Art + TechnologyOther
Artist Statement (Please describe your artist vision and approach)*
Resume/ CV*

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Portfolio Website or Link- Upload or provide links to recent work:*
Portfolio

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Project Proposal / Residency Plan

Describe the project you plan to develop during the residency, including:

Central concept or theme
Intended medium or performance format
Timeline for development
Final deliverables for SDCC (including the keepsake piece and culminating presentation)
(300–500 words)
Project Proposal / Residency Plan*
Community Engagement and Impact: Please describe how your residency will benefit the local community beyond your artistic practice. Consider ways your work might engage, educate, inspire, or collaborate with community members, organizations, or audiences. (300–500 words)*
Certification: I certify that all information submitted is accurate and complete. I understand that submission of this application does not guarantee exhibition selection.*
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