Artist in Residence Scheme

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The Stoneleigh Arms, Leamington Spa’s new community arts and culture hub is inviting applications for our Artist in Residence programme.

We’re looking for ambitious, socially engaged artists who want to explore the connection between art, community, and place while developing new work within a supportive, inclusive, and artist-led environment.

🌿 About the Residency
Residencies run four times per year: January, April, July, and October and last between 4–6 weeks. They are designed flexibly to support artists balancing work, caring responsibilities, or access needs. We welcome applications from artists at all stages of their careers and especially from those who have faced barriers to traditional residencies or gallery opportunities.

💡 What We Offer
  • Free workspace at The Stoneleigh Arms (allocated to suit your practice: ceramics studio, project room, gallery, or even some outdoor space)
  • A £300 bursary to support time off work, childcare, travel, or other participation costs
  • Opportunities to collaborate with our community partners, including Emmaus, NCT Parents in Mind, The Esther Project, and Leamington LAMP
  • Curatorial and technical support from the Stoneleigh Arms team
  • A public outcome such as an open studio, artist talk, workshop, or exhibition
  • Promotion through our website, newsletter, and social media
  • Optional income-share model for public workshops or events (60/40 for Artist Members or 70/30 for others)
🤝 What We Ask
  • Regular use of the space during your residency (approx. 2+ days per week or equivalent)
  • At least two public engagement activities, co-designed with our team (e.g. talk, workshop, or collaborative event)
  • A willingness to document and share your process for online promotion and community visibility
  • Respect for our shared values: accessibility, inclusivity, collaboration, and kindness

🗓️ Residency Schedule (2026 Launch Year)

Residency Round      Duration                                Application Deadline
Winter Residency       January - mid February        1 December 2025
Spring Residency       April - mid May                      1 March 2026
Summer Residency    July - mid August                   1 June 2026
Autumn Residency     October - mid November     1 September 2026

Each residency lasts 4–6 weeks, with artists selecting their preferred period within the round.

💰 Support and Fees
  • No application fee
  • Free use of space for the duration of the residency
  • £300 bursary per artist to support participation
  • Optional earnings from sales, commissions, workshops, talks, or events delivered during your residency
  • Additional access support available upon request
📝 How to Apply
Applications can be submitted through our online form. You’ll be asked for:
  • A short artist statement (max 300 words)
  • Your proposal for the residency (max 400 words)
  • How your work connects with community, access, sustainability, or place
  • Preferred residency round (Jan / Apr / Jul / Oct) and duration
  • Up to 5 images of recent work (or a portfolio PDF, max 10MB)
  • CV or website link
  • Any access needs or bursary support notes (confidential)
Selection Criteria
  • Quality and clarity of artistic proposal
  • Relevance to Stoneleigh Arms’ community ethos
  • Feasibility within our facilities and timeframe
  • Potential for public engagement
All applicants will receive a response within four weeks of the deadline.
✨ Ready to Apply?

👉 Simply fill out the form to apply https://wkf.ms/4oDuIhF