Headlands Center for the Arts Artist in Residence
About this opportunity
Headlands Center for the Arts occupies a stunning former military base in the Marin Headlands, just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco. The programme awards fully funded residencies to approximately 50 artists each year. Residents benefit from private studios, communal meals, and an extraordinary natural setting that fosters deep creative focus.
Application tips
The 2027 application opens 1 April 2026 and closes 1 June 2026, with results communicated by December. Emphasise how the specific environment and community at Headlands would inform your practice. The programme values artists who will engage meaningfully with the interdisciplinary cohort.
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