SUMMER KEYHOLDER RESIDENCY PROGRAM

Lower East Side Printshop, NY, offers emerging artists FREE studio residencies to develop new work and foster their artistic careers. The application deadline is February 15, 2026 for residencies from June 1 through August 31, 2026. Printmaking facilities are available for intaglio, relief, monotype, waterbased screenprinting, digital processes, and other techniques that employ the tools at hand. Keyholders work independently in the LESP Community Studio and have access to a vibrant community of peers for three months. Artists from all disciplines are eligible to apply; some familiarity with printmaking medium is required. Artists with specific printmaking projects are highly encouraged to apply.

Applications are evaluated by a panel of seasoned artists, curators, and art professionals based on the quality of submitted artwork.

Keyholder Residency includes:
• 24/7, 3-month access to a shared studio with printmaking facilities
• $500 stipend
• One free printmaking class at LESP
• Guest curator critiques and salons
• Group exhibition opportunities
• Consultation hours with Printshop’s staff
• Access to the Materials for the Arts

Eligibility:
• Artists must reside in New York metro area during the residency period.
• Students enrolled in any degree program at the time of the residency are not eligible.
• Keyholder Residencies are limited to emerging artists only. The Printshop defines emerging artists as under-recognized and under-represented artists in early stages in their careers.

Requirements:
1. 8-10 images of recent work (JPEG format)
2. Image list: your name, work title, year, medium, and dimensions (PDF Format)
3. Artistic resume (PDF Format)
4. Application form

DEADLINE: February 15, 2026, 11:59PM EST
Apply online: http://www.printshop.org/summer-keyholder-residency/

For more information, contact: 212-673-5390 or info@printshop.org