Visual Arts Residencies in Brooklyn

NARS Foundation (New York Art Residency and Studios)

Brooklyn, United States

The New York Art Residency and Studios (NARS) Foundation Artist in Residency Program, based in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, offers three and six-month residencies for emerging and mid-career artists and curators from both the U.S. and internationally. The program provides 24/7 access to furnished, private or shared studio spaces (250 – 300 sq ft) and focuses on the artistic process and experimentation within a diverse artist community. Residents benefit from meetings with 3-4 Studio Visitors each month, gaining feedback and expanding their professional network. They also receive administrative, curatorial, and professional support to explore and expand their artistic practice. Presentation opportunities include a curated exhibition in the NARS gallery, bi-annual Open Studios, and the Entree/Encore program for sharing research and work through various formats. The residency fosters a community-driven program, encouraging ongoing dialogue with fellow artists through weekly gatherings, inter-studio visits, field trips, and meals. Residents work alongside NYC-based artists who retain space year-round, benefiting from exposure to New York’s cultural and sociopolitical context.

Smack Mellon Artist Studio

Brooklyn, United States

The Smack Mellon Artist Studio Program, launched in , provides six NYC-based emerging or early career visual artists with free private studio space (250-300 sq ft) accessible 24/7, a fellowship, and access to shared facilities including a digital production lab and fabrication shop. The program runs for an eleven-month period and includes opportunities for studio visits with curators and public open studio events twice yearly.