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Ox-Bow School of Art and Artists' Residency
Saugatuck, MI, United States
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Founded in 1910 and affiliated with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Ox-Bow sits on 115 acres of dunes, woods, and meadows along the Kalamazoo River near Lake Michigan. The residency program offers 2-week sessions for mid-career and established artists with private studios, shared housing, and communal meals. Residents work alongside summer school students, creating a unique intergenerational dynamic.
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Slow Season Residency (Rolling Applications)
129d leftOx-Bow's self-directed Slow Season residencies run in two- to four-week stays during September–November 2026 and March–April 2027 on the Saugatuck, Michigan campus. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis via a Submittable portfolio inquiry, open to artists of all levels and disciplines. Costs run $1,200 for one week up to $4,200 for four, including a private dorm-style room, weeknight dinners, and a stocked pantry.
