AiR Application Process
Join us to learn more about Arts Mission Oak Cliff and our Artist-in Residence (AiR) program!
Get a step-by-step walkthrough of the application process, including important deadlines, submission requirements, and selection criteria. Feel confident in your application and increase your chances of becoming the next AiR.
Register below to attend our upcoming info sessions:
July 28 | 7pm-8pm | In-Person
Aug 12 | 7pm-8pm | Virtual
Aug 24 | 11am-12pm | In-Person
Application Timeline:
Application Open: 8/04 - 9/01
Application Review: 9/04 - 9/16
Interviews: 9/22 - 9/25
Decision Notices Sent: 10/06
AiR: Sanctuary
Spring Cohort: December 1, 2025 - March 31, 2026
Community Offerings: Jan. 6 - Feb. 21, 2026
Informal Showing: Feb. 15 - 28, 2026
Sanctuary Shows: Mar. 13-14, 2026
Summer Cohort: April 1 - July 31, 2026
Community Offerings: May 1 - Jun. 21, 2026
Informal Showing: Jun. 26 - July 2, 2026
Sanctuary Shows: July 17-18, 2026
Winter Cohort: August 1 - November 30, 2026
Community Offerings: Sept. 1 - Oct. 3, 2026
Informal Showing: Oct. 18 - 30, 2026
Sanctuary Shows: Nov. 13-14, 2026
AiR: Underground
Spring Cohort: December 1, 2025 - March 31, 2026
Community Offerings: Jan. 6 - Feb. 21, 2026
Opening Reception: Mar. 5, 2026
Exhibition: Mar. 5-19, 2026
Summer Cohort: April 1 - July 31, 2026
Community Offerings: May 1 - Jun. 21, 2026
Opening Reception: July 9, 2026
Exhibition: July 9-23, 2026
Winter Cohort: August 1 - November 30, 2026
Community Offerings: Sept. 1 - Oct. 3, 2026
Opening Reception: Nov. 5, 2026
Exhibition: Nov. 5-19, 2026