For 2026, Monira Foundation is working in partnership with Baxter St for a special residency exchange program in support of our Alumni Artists. If you are a former artist from either organization (BAXTER ST or Monira), please be on the lookout for information about applying!
The Monira Foundation’s Special Projects Residency offers dedicated space and time for artists working in the performance, movement, and time-based disciplines, including dance, film, music, theater, and visual art related to movement. The residency is open to artists in the New Jersey/New York area and will take place at the Monira Foundation Gallery.
From July 1 to August 30, 2026, an artist or collaborative group from the BAXTER ST alumni artists will be awarded two months of access to the gallery space (July 1 to August 1–30) to develop new work or continue existing projects. This opportunity provides artists with the time and space to support their creative practices that explore experimental approaches that defy artworld definition.
The Special Projects Residency includes:
- A $500 stipend for the selected artist or collective.
- Access to a safe, private studio space with windows. The Monira Gallery measures 45 ft x 60 ft. (floor map below)
- A sound system is available, and artists may bring their own music devices (with adaptors) to connect to the audio equipment.
- Residency promotion on Monira’s social media and communication channels during the residency.
Eligibility:
Applications are open to individual artists or collaborations working in the movement and time-based realm, including disciplines such as film, theater, and visual art related to movement. We welcome and encourage experimental practices that defy clear art world definitions. This residency emphasizes the artistic process without expecting a final presentation, though artists may choose to share their work if it aligns with their process. Please note that housing and transportation are not included.
This opportunity is best suited for New Jersey/New York-based artists who:
- Explore their interests and questions through thoughtful processes, and can articulate the context for their work.
- Are excited to share their work through the Monira Foundation and value dialogue with audiences as a meaningful part of their process.
- Are at least 18 years old, not currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program, and have not participated in a Monira Residency in the past year.
This residency aims to serve a wide and supportive community, supporting performers of all racial and cultural perspectives and abilities. The selection process involves a panel review with an invited curator, Monira staff, BAXTER ST Staff and former Resident Artists.
Apply:
Applications can be submitted through Submittable. To apply, you will need:
1. Artist Statement (200 words)
2. Residency proposal. What is the project? How is the space being used, and why now? (200 words)
3. Up to 5 images or videos of the proposed project. May include an image or 2 of past work to exemplify proposed work.
You will also upload your CV and a work list that matches your work separately. Monira and BAXTER ST staff may reach out for interview invitations before final selections are made. Please ensure your Submittable account is up to date with the correct contact information, as we will primarily communicate through it during the review process.
Special Notes:
This program is a free, open call for our alumni. If you have questions or need a link to apply to the Monira Special Project Residency (BAXTER ST Alumni) or the BAXTER ST Workspace Exchange Residency (Monira Alumni), email Anne Muntges at anne@monirafoundation.org / Sydney Ellison at sydney@baxterst.org, or Candela Cubria at candela@baxterst.org. Notifications of acceptance will be sent in May 2026.
