Teaching Artist Residency

American University and Hamiltonian Artists invite applications for the newly established Hamiltonian Teaching Artist Residency with American University for the Spring 2027 semester (January–May 2027). This residency is for practicing visual artists who are committed to artist mentorship and studio-driven pedagogy. It offers fully funded housing, studio space, and a paid graduate-level teaching appointment in the MFA Studio Art Program at American University. 

Through their MFA course, the teaching artist in residence will provide students with personalized studio guidance, critiques, and discussions with practicing artists—allowing for extensive engagement with professionals in the field who can act as mentors. The teaching artist in residence will also participate in end-of-semester graduate critique reviews. 

The teaching artist in residence will be invited to engage directly with Hamiltonian Fellows by participating in scheduled professional development and fellowship programming. Additionally, the teaching artist in residence will host a public program, such as an open studio event, at Hamiltonian Artists to share their work and creative process with the broader DC community.

The Residency offers comprehensive support: $5,900 teaching salary for a graduate course, $2,000 residency honorarium, $1,000 stipend for a public lecture and travel expenses. Fully funded housing and studio provided by Hamiltonian Artists in Washington, DC. 

The priority deadline for applications is September 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.

Submission Materials & Guidelines

1. Statement of Interest:
   • Detail your interest in the fellowship, your approach to artist mentorship and studio-driven pedagogy, and how a semester in Washington, DC, aligns with your creative practice. Highlight experience with mentorship regarding studio guidance and critique.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) (PDF)
   • Complete CV highlighting exhibition history, teaching experience, awards, residencies, and relevant professional activities.
3. Artist Portfolio (20 Images) 
   • Include 20 high-resolution images of work with corresponding image details: title, year, medium, dimensions, and brief contextual notes where appropriate.

Eligibility Requirements

Degree: An MFA, or anticipated MFA completion by January 15, 2027, in Visual Arts, Studio Art, or a related creative discipline is required.

Teaching Experience: Prior university-level teaching experience is not required. Practicing artists with a strong interest in mentoring graduate students are highly encouraged to apply.

Residency: The selected teaching artist must reside in the provided Washington, DC, housing for the duration of the Spring 2027 semester (January–May 2027). The teaching artist is expected to be present on campus for teaching and at their Hamiltonian studio for the duration of the residency.

How to Apply

Apply at the AU Careers Website online application .

No application fee.

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