2026 Artist-in-Residence Program - Touchstone Center for Crafts (Due Mar. 1)
2026 Artist-in-Residence Program - Touchstone Center for Crafts
Deadline: March 1st, 2026
Touchstone Center for Crafts Artist-in-Residence Program offers a unique environment for artists and makers to live and work within a creative community. For this program we are looking for self-motivated individuals who are seeking the time, space, and equipment to focus on their studio practice in the company of fellow artists and makers. A qualified candidate for the program should possess a strong working knowledge and understanding of the equipment and tools used within their designated studio. No instruction is provided.
Please feel free to reach out to Travis Winters via email or call (724) 329-1370 with any questions you may have.
2-Week Spring Artist Residency
May 18-June 1, 2026
$700 (Includes private lodging and studio access)
$150 refundable studio deposit (will be refunded at the end of the residency)
*all fees must be paid in full 2-weeks prior to arrival.
2026 Spring Residency application deadline is March 1st.
There is a $5 fee to apply for residencies.
Studio
Residency space is available in ceramics, small-metals, drawing/painting, writing, fibers, and other various mediums. Residents will have access to a shared studio space within the discipline that they are invited to participate. Consumables (i.e. oxygen, propane, etc.) and materials (i.e. steel, clay, etc.) for personal production are the responsibility of the resident and will be charged at cost. For a list of equipment please contact Travis Winters at twinters@touchstonecrafts.org. Studios will be prepped and ready upon arrival and a general studio cleanup will be scheduled for all participants the day before departure.
Meals
No meals will be provided to Resident Artists, unless specified, throughout their stay on campus. Although Touchstone’s Dining Hall will be closed for the duration of the residencies, artists will have access to a fully equipped communal kitchen, grill, and dining area. Throughout the residency, artists often come together and periodically plan group meals during their stay. Residents are encouraged to explore the beautiful Laurel Highlands area where Touchstone is located. There are multiple grocery stores and restaurants within a 15-20 min drive from Touchstone’s campus. Due to the rural location of Touchstone’s campus. Due to the rural location of Touchstone’s campus, it is strongly recommended that participants bring a car to the residency.
Lodging
Private Dorm lodging is included with the residency fee. Linens can be provided at an additional cost of $50.
Check In/Out
Residents must check in on May 18th, between 12:00am-4:00pm in Touchstone’s Bea Campbell Gallery. All residents must be checked out by 11:00am on June 1st (Unless it has been discussed with Touchstone staff).
Safety While on campus all residents must follow all Touchstone’s Safety Guidelines, Precautions, and Procedures. For a full list of all policies, please check Touchstone’s website www.touchstonecrafts.org. While in the studio all residents must follow the proper safety procedures for the given studio.