Artist In Residence

Alabama Contemporary’s residency program is designed so that the artist may grow their practice and provide space to experiment outside their typical work. The program offers free studio space and use of the facilities to two artist per two-year period, culminating in an exhibition and/or performance of their work at the end of the residency. The Artist In Residence (AIR) program is part of an ongoing commitment to grow and sustain creative practice in the region. By supporting artists, we support community and culture-building for the South, and redefine ourselves and what is possible here.

This program is generously supported by

The Mobile Artist in Residence program is on the move! Our new space, AC Satellite at 561 Saint Francis St., is currently under construction and will be a dedicated space to all future Alabama Contemporary AIRs. We hope to open applications this fall, and welcome a new artist in 2026! Check back for details. 

Past Artists


2018-20: Colleen Comer

2020-22: Soynika Edwards-Bush

2020-24: June Reddix Stennis