2027 Namingha Institute Artist Residency

Nvartscouncil; Flagstaff (AZ); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 68,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Nvartscouncil Namingha Institute residency offers artists an immersive two-week program in Flagstaff, Arizona, hosted on the Museum of Northern Arizona campus.

Selected early-career artists (18+) will participate in classes with master artists, tour facilities, stay in rustic cabins, and receive a $1,500 stipend to support their artistic exploration. Applications are due by Sunday, Jan. 10, 2027, at 11:59 p.m.

Qualifications

• Open to early-career artists age 18 or older.

Responsibilities

• Participate in classes with master artists on the Museum of Northern Arizona campus.
• Tour MNA’s Easton Collection Center and draw inspiration from the Colorado Plateau.
• Stay in rustic cabins near the studio during the two-week residency.

Job description

Named for the Namingha family, who believe deeply in giving back to the community by aiding and nurturing developing artists, the Namingha Institute celebrates diverse artistry. Supported in part by the Philip M. Smith Trust, this annual residency provides selected artists with a challenging and stimulating environment to explore their artistic interests.

Throughout the two-week residency, students participate in classes with the master artists on the Museum of Northern Arizona campus. They tour MNA’s Easton Collection Center and pull inspiration from the beauty and diversity of the Colorado Plateau. Residents stay in rustic cabins near the studio and are provided a $1,500 stipend.

The institute is open to early-career artists age 18 or older. The 2027 Institute will take place April 25-May 9, 2027. Applications are due by Sunday, Jan. 10, 2027, at 11:59 p.m.