High Desert Test Sites (HDTS)
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High Desert Test Sites (HDTS) offers two unique residency programs at A-Z West, an 80-acre compound in Joshua Tree, California, created by artist Andrea Zittel. The Work-Trade Residency invites artists to stay for 2–4 weeks in exchange for 10 hours of weekly work around the property. This includes grounds maintenance, ceramics studio work, and general upkeep. In return, artists receive housing in micro-apartments and access to studio spaces. The Self-Structured Residency allows participants to stay for 1–4 weeks, paying a fee for private accommodations in the A-Z West Guest Cabin or House, with access to weaving and ceramics studios upon request. Both residencies focus on providing a tranquil and immersive experience in the desert, fostering creative work, personal reflection, and community engagement. Transportation is essential as the residency is located in a remote desert area without access to public transit. Applications for the Work-Trade Residency are accepted twice a year, while Self-Structured Residencies are available on a rolling basis.
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