Residencies //

Our residency opportunities are designed to create a welcoming pathway to participation in Radiant Hall’s studio community. We understand that having a designated studio space is a significant investment for many artists, and the cost may be a barrier for some. We also feel that underwriting this cost is one way we can help combat the historically oppressive and exclusionary practices of the Pittsburgh cultural sector.

Residencies are offered in partnership with Knotzland, Anthropology of Motherhood, Carlow University and BOOM Concepts, with support from, The Grable Foundation, Arts, Equity, & Education Fund, The Pittsburgh Foundation, and The Heinz Endowments.

  • Radiant Hall Residencies prioritize artists with practices or identities which have historically been marginalized by the cultural sector, or underrepresented in our studios (including BIPOC, Queer, Disabled, Low Income, Students/Recent Grads, and more). Some residency opportunities may have additional criteria based on partner or funder priorities, which are outlined in open calls. At this point, our residency programs focus on local artists; non-local artists are welcome to apply, but please note that we do not offer a housing component.

  • Residency participants receive fully subsidized studio space for 3 months to 1 year, typically with no specific output or public component requirements! Participants also receive a one-time stipends ranging from $500 to $1,000, individualized support from Radiant Hall staff and partners, and waitlist priority for available studios after the residency term ends.

  • We accept general residency applications on a rolling basis, and award residencies as space and funding is available. We also issue open calls periodically for residencies offered in partnership with other organizations, or with more specific eligibility requirements. On average, 10 residencies (4 short-term, 6 long-term) are awarded per year.

  • Radiant Hall’s KNOTZLAND RESIDENCY - A 1-year residency prioritizing marginalized artists working in fiber/textiles

    Residency cycle begins Mar 1, 2027

    Not a fit for you? Check out our 3rd River Fellowship, submit a general application for our subsidized studio membership program or ask us about access membership!