Residencies / Verified 7 September 2026
Dorland Mountain Arts offers funded residencies of 1–6 weeks in individual cottages near Temecula Valley, California, for visual artists, writers, and composers at any career stage worldwide. The $40 application fee is due by September 17, 2026. Spouses or partners may attend as non-collaborators; residents receive leave during their stay.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 17, 2026
“September 17, 2026”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. $40 to apply
“$40 entry (page-verified)”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. Funded residency
“Private cottages with WiFi, AC, kitchen, bathroom, workspace; two cottages include Steinway/Kimball pianos; Community Arts Center with library, writing desk, typewriter, painting/printmaking studio; extensive grounds with reflecting pond, lake with rowboat, hiking trails”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. 1 week to 6 weeks, based on requests and availability
Who can apply. Open to artists based anywhere in the world. Any stage of career. Visual, literary, and composing/performing artists invited. Spouses/partners allowed for full stay (non-collaborators). Residents granted leave during residency.
How they choose.
“Candidates reviewed in order of receipt of completed applications; approved by review board”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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