Applications are open now for the inaugural artist-in-residence program through the 5.4.7. Arts Center, located at the M. T. Liggett Art Environment in Mullinville, Kansas. Artsts and creatives of all backgrounds are encouraged to aply for this 4-6 week residency.
Artists will be provided with a fully-furnished one-bedroom apartment located at the Visitors Center, which includes kitchen and laundry facilities. Artists will have access to the shared studio space downstairs, onsite tools and materials, and outdoor acreage to pursue their work and research. Artists will also have access to the 5.4.7 Arts Center in Greensburg, 11 miles east of the residency.
Artists will receive travel support of $1,000 maximum and a weekly artist stipend during their time.
This program is open to artists and creatives of all disciplines, including but not limited to: visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, media arts, musical arts, and multidisciplinary arts. Given the legacy of M.T.’s life and work, special consideration and preference will be given to self-taught artists, educators, military veterans, and first responders. Artists that work in metal and restoration will be given priority due to the environment and materials available at the residency. Applicants are expected to:
- be 18 years of age or older at the time of the residency
- have an interest in working in a rural context and community
- show willingness to work with community members from a diverse range of social, cultural, economic, and political backgrounds
- have an ability to work independently in a remote location
- have a personal vehicle, driver’s license, and qualifying auto insurance (due to location and lack of access to public transportation)
