Hidden Hills Artist Residency
Nestled in the wooded yet connected neighborhood of West Asheville, Hidden Hills has lots to explore.
With workspaces sprinkled around the house, peace and creativity will surely meet you at the door.
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General Information + Application
Location: West Asheville, NC
All mediums and projects are accepted.
Application uses Google Form. See link below.
Residency space is gifted for free to selected artists in exchange for a donated piece of fine art + community-building efforts.
Questions: hiddenhillsresidency@gmail.com
In response to Hurricane Helene and the devastation that the art community in Asheville and surrounding areas has suffered, Hidden Hills will be opening up residential, studio space, and community workshops to artists who have been affected by the storm. Artists are invited to use this space to make new work inspired by their new environment or continue their existing studio practice while a resident at Hidden Hills Residency.
We are currently offering TWO separate opportunities:
One is for artists who lost housing due to Helene who are seeking a place to live while working on their art practice for 6 weeks.
The second opportunity is for a local commuter who has safe housing but is seeking free studio space for 4 weeks.
Artists who have been directly affected by the storm will be given priority consideration. All individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of artistic discipline. BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ artists will be given priority however all factors of need and circumstance will go into the evaluation process.
“I arrived at Hidden Hills feeling overwhelmed and disregulated, and almost immediately upon arrival I felt my heart and body become calmer. This allowed me to connect to my creative self again.
I felt nurtured and inspired by the warmth of the afternoon light filling the space, the amazing art throughout the home, and the quiet setting among the hills, tucked away in a peaceful setting without distractions.
Hidden Hills offered me the healing I was looking for, and I’m more confident in my artistic abilities after my time there.”
- Amanda James, writer
Housing + Studio Application
1. Jan 11 - Feb 18, 2025
2. Feb 19 - March 31, 2025
Application closes for slot 1: January 10, 2025 at 9AM
Application closes for slot 2: February 7, 2025 at 10 PM
DESCRIPTION
Residential space will be completely financially free. Artists will need to offer a work exchange of a completed piece of art created during their stay or recently completed.
The residential unit is a fully furnished one-bedroom with a king bed, full bathroom, kitchen, and living room. The large bedroom will have a work desk and extra space for your practice. We can provide an easel and storage table. The artist should provide all other materials.
The large living room will be partially shared with another selected local artist seeking studio space. This house will also organize workshops, community gatherings, and additional opportunities to engage with other artists in the area over your professional practice and shared experience post-Helene. This unit is on the top floor of a house built into the hillside, creating a very serene and quiet experience.
Apply Here
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Studio Only Application
STUDIO AVAILABILITY: 4 Week Duration
1. Jan 11 - Feb 5, 2025
2. Feb 5 - March 5, 2025
3. March 5 - April 2, 2025
Application closes for slot 1: January 10, 2025, at 9 AM
Application closes for slot 2: January 31, 2025, at 10 PM
Application closes for slot 3: February 28, 2025, at 10 PM
DESCRIPTION
Hidden Hills has made this opportunity completely financially free. However, artists will need to offer a work exchange of a completed piece of art created during their stay or recently completed. More information about work exchange can be found below.
The studio unit is fully furnished and functions as an Airbnb in the off time. This space includes a large living room, a work desk, a full bathroom, a full kitchen, and outdoor areas.
The home will be partially shared with another selected local artist seeking residency + studio space. This house will also organize workshops, community gatherings, and additional opportunities to engage with other artists in the area over your professional practice and shared experience post-Helene. This unit is on the top floor of a house built into the hillside, creating a very serene and quiet experience.
Another tenant will occupy the unit downstairs, so noise should be kept to a minimum.
Apply Here
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Waitlist
Please stay tuned for more openings in 2024,
or see below to join our waitlist.
Sign up for a waitlist for vacant space throughout the year. If there is a cancellation or the Airbnb is vacant, we would like to offer the room to artists and creatives in the area. Applicants should live within a drivable distance, we will be reaching out with short notice. Availability will be between three and seven days. The experience will be free other than a $100 cleaning fee. Use the link below to sign up.