Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency (JTHAR) is calling for applications from artists at all stages of their careers and who work in all media, including drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, film, video, new media, installation, fiction and non-fiction writing, interdisciplinary, social practice and architecture for a seven-week residency in southeastern California, USA.
JTHAR fosters creativity through opportunities for exploring, experimenting, quiet reflection, engagement and cross-cultural exchange with the vibrant local artist community. The residency is adjacent to Joshua Tree National Park, where the Sonoran and Mojave deserts meet.
The dates are:
- 6 May – 24 June 2025
- 26 August – 1 October 2025
- 13 January – 3 March 2026
Artists will share their work-in-progress with the board members during a mid-residency review. Reviews are helpful opportunities to discuss progress or issues with completing projects. Artists have the option of an open studio exhibition of their work at the JTHAR studio. Artists chosen for the residency will be required to donate one completed work to the JTHAR programme.
Artist must be 18 years or older. All US and International artists are eligible for JTHAR programme. A vehicle is needed during the residency stay.
Residency recipients will receive a 1,500 USD scholarship to deter costs of participating in the programme (funds can be used towards art supplies, transportation, meals, etc.). The residency provides studio space and living accommodations.
