SOU’WESTER ARTIST RESIDENCY PROGRAM

STANDARD ARTIST RESIDENCY

Our Artist Residency program offers reduced weekly rates for people wishing to devote themselves to their creative pursuits.

The Sou’wester offers an ideal environment for a supportive and distraction-free retreat. The program suits all kinds of artists, including writers, musicians, visual artists, craftsmen, cooks, engineers, and more. Participants will enjoy a self-directed residency, allowing them to choose how to spend their time and pursue their creative endeavors. The residency is available year-round and generally runs from Sunday at 4:00pm to Friday at 11:00am. Rates range from $200 to $575/week (+taxes and fees), depending on the season and your accommodation. *There is no application fee for our residency.

ARE YOU A CERAMIC ARTIST?

Our ceramics add-on option ($75) is available for artists who wish to work with clay during their artist residency. This add-on is specifically designed for experienced ceramic artists focusing solely on ceramics, as the studio is not equipped for multimedia projects. Ilwaco Artworks operates as a community ceramics space, so you will be working alongside other artists. The fee includes access to the studio, equipment, tools, and glazes for the duration of your residency week. Clay must be purchased separately, or you can bring your own cone 6 clay with prior approval from our studio manager. To inquire about bringing your own clay or glazes, please email Hans at ilwacoartworks@gmail.com.

TEACHING RESIDENCIES

Are you an artist with unique techniques and a passion for teaching? We’re looking for innovative artist educators from across the country to join us for a Teaching Residency at Ilwaco Artworks Community Clay Studio and The Sou’wester Lodge. Teaching residencies are open to local, regional, and national artists who are ready to share their expertise, ideas, and creative energy with our vibrant coastal community.