The Open Space Residency is designed for emerging artists seeking a nurturing environment to explore and experiment with their new work. It serves as a dedicated space where artists can physically engage and test their creative endeavors. Shaking the Tree provides artists with an open platform to share the fruits of their labor and showcase the work they have produced. Given the existing imbalances within our industry, we will prioritize applications from BIPOC art-makers, while also encouraging everyone to apply.
The 2024 Live Performance Residency application deadline has passed. The Visual Arts Residency has a rolling deadline.
Our Visual Arts Residency (VAR) is on open call to visual artists, photographers, film makers, fashion designers, graphic artists, textile artists, and more. Through this residency, artists’ work will be featured in our tiny (98 sq ft) Inside the Box gallery for a duration of 5 weeks. Artists are encouraged to think creatively about how they will display their work within the confines of the space.