The Arizona State Parks Artist Residency Program is a collaborative initiative between Arizona State Parks and Trails (ASPT) and the Arizona Commission on the Arts (ACA), designed to immerse Arizona-based artists in the state's natural ecosystems. The program provides artists with dedicated time, space, and resources to create work inspired by local landscapes in State Parks, promoting aesthetic appreciation, environmental education, and community engagement. The program fosters creative exploration that connects art with the environment, while encouraging the preservation and appreciation of Arizona’s unique natural and cultural heritage.
Timeline:
Application due - October 1, 2026
Spring Residents Notified - December 8, 2026
Paperwork and Planning - January - March 2027
Residency Oracle April 17 - May 1, 2027
Rockin' River May 10 - May 23, 2027
Arizona State Parks Artist Residency Program
The Arizona State Parks Artist Residency Program is a collaborative initiative between Arizona State Parks and Trails (ASPT) and the Arizona Commission on the Arts (ACA), designed to immerse Arizona-based artists in the state's natural ecosystems. The program provides artists with dedicated time, space, and resources to create work inspired by local landscapes in State Parks, promoting aesthetic appreciation, environmental education, and community engagement. The program fosters creative exploration that connects art with the environment, while encouraging the preservation and appreciation of Arizona’s unique natural and cultural heritage.
Timeline:
Application due - October 1, 2026
Spring Residents Notified - December 8, 2026
Paperwork and Planning - January - March 2027
Residency Oracle April 17 - May 1, 2027
Rockin' River May 10 - May 23, 2027