Yaddo

About

Yaddo is an illustrious artist residency program that has been supporting artists across a broad spectrum of disciplines for over a century. Located in a serene setting, it offers artists the invaluable resources of time, space, and quiet to focus on their work without the interruptions of daily life. Yaddo welcomes professional creative artists from all nations and backgrounds, encompassing a wide range of artistic expressions such as choreography, film, literature, musical composition, painting, performance, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and video. Residencies at Yaddo vary from two weeks to two months and are awarded through a peer review process, emphasizing the quality of the artist's work as the primary selection criterion. This inclusive program encourages applications from artists at the professional level and emerging artists demonstrating professional promise. Yaddo is committed to non-discrimination and encourages artists from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. The residency covers room, board, and studio space, with no fee charged for attendance. Financial aid is available to help offset travel costs and other expenses related to accepting the residency.

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