Jentel Residency Winter/Spring 2027 Open Call

Overview

Jentel Artist Residency, in its 25th year, offers 3-week residencies in Wyoming's Lower Piney Creek Valley in the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains. Five new and two renovated structures provide private studios, private bedrooms in shared housing, shared living areas and kitchens, and access to Wyoming's natural beauty.

Who May Apply

Visual artists in all mediums; writers in fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry; and composers in all genres. Applicants must be 25 years of age or older, US citizens or residing in the US during the year of the residency, and not enrolled full-time (9+ hours) in an academic program. Post-doc fellows are eligible.

Residency Details

21-day residencies run from mid-January through early December. Average of 6 artists in residence at a time. Each resident receives a private studio, private bedroom, shared living area and kitchen access, and a $300 stipend distributed weekly.

Selection

Jentel's review panelists are visual art, literary, and music professionals who review and rate applications twice a year. Selection is based on artistic merit and promise. Both mature and emerging artists are encouraged to apply.

Participation Expectations

Residents participate in public programming, open studio with fellow residents, and give artist talks or presentations.

Meals & Amenities

Some meals provided. Residents have access to shared kitchen and a food stipend. Housing is partially accessible (50% or more). Studios and facilities are also partially accessible (50% or more).

Key Dates

• Submission deadline: September 15, 2026
• Residencies: Mid-January through early December

Fees & Support

• Application fee: $30
• $100 reservation deposit due one month after notification (non-refundable if cancelled less than two months before residency start)
• $300 stipend provided during residency
• No additional charges aside from application fee

Application

Apply at http://jentelarts.org. Jentel welcomes participation of artists from all backgrounds and does not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, marital status, or nation of origin.