Below is a list of the questions which appear on the application form. You may use this list to prepare your answers ahead of time, or simply start the application form. All of your answers will need to be entered on the official online form– this is just a list to assist you in preparing your answers.
Regular Application
How/Where did you learn about In Cahoots Residency?
(limit 20 words)
Please introduce yourself in one paragraph.
(limit 150 words)
Please describe your creative practice.
What concepts, inquiry, processes drive your work?
(limit 500 words)
How will being a resident at In Cahoots aid in the growth and the development of your artwork?
(limit 200 words)
Do you have a specific project in mind for your residency?
If so, please describe the medium, scale and techniques that you will use.
(limit 200 words)
In Cahoots Residency fosters a collaborative environment.
Although you will have your own table to work at, the tools, spaces and equipment are shared.
Are you ok with this?
Will you need instruction in particular printmaking or book arts processes during your residency?
If so, please explain.
Please describe your experience with the art techniques you propose to use while at In Cahoots and the related tools and equipment that you have used. (limit 200 words)
Grant Application
How/Where did you learn about In Cahoots Residency? (limit 20 words)
Please introduce yourself in one paragraph. (limit 150 words)
Please describe your creative practice.
What concepts, inquiry, processes drive your work? (limit 500 words)
Describe your financial need. We do not require exact income numbers or tax forms, but please explain your financial situation and why a grant would help you attend the residency. (limit 150 words)
Please describe your artistic merit as evidenced by awards, degrees, professional accomplishments, exhibitions, etc. (limit 500 words)
Please explain why our residency is a good fit for you and your work. How will receiving a residency grant at In Cahoots aid in the growth and the development of your artwork? (limit 250 words)
Do you have a specific project in mind for your residency? If so, please describe the medium, scale, techniques, and equipment that you will use. (limit 200 words)
Other studio needs and requirements (if not listed above). Please keep in mind that In Cahoots does not have specific equipment or support for lithography, darkroom photography, or screenprinting.
In Cahoots Residency fosters a collaborative environment. Visual artists: Although you will have your own table to work at, the tools, studio spaces and equipment are shared. Are you ok with this? (Writers: can answer N/A. Writers have a private writing studio)
Will you need instruction in particular printmaking or book arts processes during your residency? If so, please explain. Note that instruction is offered at 90/hour.
For visual artists: Please describe your experience with the art techniques you propose to use while at In Cahoots and the related tools and equipment that you have used. (Writers can enter n/a) (limit 200 words)
Please provide 3 references: Name, title and institution/company, phone, email and relationship to you. Please alert your references that In Cahoots may be contacting them.