a special project residency for artists who teach

Back to the Studio
A Special Project Residency for Artists Who Teach
June 19 – July 31, 2026

Recognizing that sustained, committed teaching often comes at the expense of time, energy, and focus for one’s own artistic practice, this residency is for artists who are also teachers. Scheduled for the summer, after the academic year has ended, this residency is designed as a temporary return to the studio, a pause from classrooms and institutional demands in order to re-center artistic work.

The residency is project-based and open to artists of all disciplines. Selected residents receive 24/7 access to ARTS 14C’s studio space (work-only or live/work), curatorial support, and dedicated time to complete a proposed project during the residency period. Work developed during Back to the Studio will be presented in October 2026 as part of the 37th Jersey City Art & Studio Tour (JCAST), with ARTS 14C providing exhibition and/or performance space to support public engagement.