Art Academy of Cincinnati is proud to announce the launch of its Artist-in-Residence Summer Residency Program, a competitive four-week studio residency for ten artists designed to foster artistic growth, professional development, and creative exchange. Taking place July 6-31, 2026, the program invites artists from across disciplines to apply for an immersive experience that includes a private studio (approx. 200 sq ft) located in the 120,000 square-foot AAC building in Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati, and the option of private or shared housing across the street from the campus.
Participants will benefit from studio visits with leading arts professionals, collectors, and curators from the region, providing invaluable feedback and networking opportunities. The residency offers artists a supportive and dynamic environment to advance their practice in the heart of Cincinnati’s thriving arts community.
Deposit requires 50% due
Interested applicants can apply through Slide Room below.
Application deadline to apply is March 1st.
Residents will have access to a variety of facilities to support their creative practice in these areas:
