Residencies / Verified 2 September 2026
Hold Space offers fully funded residencies at Ox-Bow School of Art and Artists' Residency in Saugatuck, Michigan for artists and cultural workers of color, ages 21+. The retreat covers lodging for 1–7 nights, two daily meals, and 24-hour studio access across metals, ceramics, printmaking, fiber, painting, and writing, with no cost to participants. Groups up to twelve can apply for individual projects, collaborative work, or planning retreats.
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What the organizer actually says
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. Fully funded, valued at $300 per person, per day. Lodging for 1-7 nights, two chef-prepared meals daily, 24-hour studio access (metals, ceramics, printmaking, fiber, painting, writing), technical guid
“Lodging, two chef-prepared meals per day, 24-hour studio access. Valued at $300 per person, per day. Fully funded.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. 1–7 nights between September 14–20, 2026
Who can apply. Artists and cultural workers of color. Participants must be 21 or older at retreat start. Groups up to twelve. Children may be brought but childcare not provided.
How they choose.
“Proposals reviewed by a panel of BIPOC artists and curators familiar with Ox-Bow's programs.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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