SMAC Artist-in-Residence
Application Form

Entry Deadline is July 17, 2026.

​​

​

The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for our 12 month Artist-in-Residence Program. Our Residency program, commencing in September, is designed to provide time and space for emerging artists to develop their voices. Residents gain invaluable experience working in a community environment, teaching classes, sharing their technical knowledge and expertise, and managing many jobs around the art center. SMAC provides a supportive creative community, while appreciating the need for privacy and independent work.

​

Benefits

• Private 10’ x 10’ studio space

• $200 monthly stipend for materials

• Paid teaching opportunities

• Solo exhibit with opening reception in August 2027

Responsibilities

• 12 month time commitment

• Operations support with gallery/studio space open hours (10 hours per week)

• Communication support for Art Center events and programming

Requirements

• All applicants must be U.S. citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents

• BFA, BA, MFA, or MA highly recommended

• Background check

Application Process

• Statement of Interest

• Artist Statement 

• Resume

• 10 digital images of work

• 2 professional references

Artist-in-Residence Selection

• Application committee will include one SMAC board member, one artist (non-board member), and one business leader/community leader

• Committee will have up to 30 days to make a final decision after application deadline

Important Dates:

• Application deadline July 17, 2026

• Notifications August 10, 2026

• Move in date: September 1, 2026

• Residency Start date: September 1, 2026

• Move out August 29th, 2027

• Solo Gallery Exhibit August 6-28, 2027

Applications are currently being accepted for 2025-26.
Please submit all questions to info@smac-art.org.