Our Artist in Residence Program is a one month production residency where 8-10 artists are granted full access to our facilities and community to develop their practice. The selected artists are given unlimited scanning, an ink stipend, a personal studio with workstation and viewing wall, training and guidance by our staff, an organized public event to present their new work, and lifetime free lab access. During their month at LATITUDE residents are asked to be mentors to the community, sharing their insights and creative methods.

We encourage artists who are interested in production, education, and experimentation with our technology to apply. No prior printing experience, art education, or media specificity are required but we do require a level of professionalism and communication to support the artists’ success. For more details on how to apply, please email colleen@latitudechicago.org. Applications open August 1st, 2025.

About Our Artist Residency

The Residency

The LATITUDE Artist in Residency was started in 2013 with the mission to better support artists and the production of their work. Our current focus is to support artists who are interested in using our printing and scanning services to expand their practice, regardless of medium or prior experience. In the past, we have accepted photographers, painters, performance artists, new media artists and sculptors to name a few.

AIR Programming

During their month-long residency, artists are asked to put on one community programming event. Residents are asked to be mentors to the community, sharing their insights and creative methods. In the past we’ve hosted panel discussions, artist talks, performances, workshops, and critiques.

Ink Stipend

Residents receive an $1,000 ink stipend, unlimited scanning, a personal workstation, training and guidance by our staff, an organized public event to present their new work, and lifetime free lab access. At this time, we are not able to offer a housing stipend. The LATITUDE team will help schedule studio visits during your month-long residency.

AIR 2025 Anwulika Anigbo

New at LATITUDE

This residency now offers a dedicated studio space at LATITUDE!

With a designated computer workstation, scanner, viewing wall, and some photo equipment.

AIR 2025 Xi Li

February 2025 AIR

Bri robinson

Bri Robinson is a mixed media artist, analog collagist, sculpture artist, and historian who weaves intricate narratives of love, loss, and identity across the expansive Midwest. Raised in Ohio and now based in Chicago, Bri’s work reflects the rich cultural tapestry of the region, combining personal history with broader societal concepts. Brought up by a large, close-knit family, Bri draws inspiration from the everyday moments and memories that shape our lives, using images found in family photo albums, adult magazines, and personal portraits. Through their unique process of cutting, pasting, and layering, Bri deepens the meaning of these found objects, transforming them into evocative works of art.

Read Our Interview with Bri

Artist in Residency Application

Applications Are

Closed

for Our 2025 Residency.

AIR 2026 Application Opens August 1st, 2025

AIR Application Timeline:

August - Application Open

September - AIR Selection Committee Reviews & Finalizes 2025 AIR

October - Acceptances and Zooms are scheduled with Finalists.

LATITUDE never wants finances to stand in the way of participation in our programs. Please reach out to us to discuss financial assistance.

Application Includes:

General Artist Information ( Name, Email, Phone Number )
Artist Demographic Information (Not Required)
Artist Bio (200 Word Limit)
Artist Statement (200 Word limit)
Submission of 10 JPEG images of your work. (The 10 images should correlate to the work you're interested in creating at LATITUDE and does not need to be a single body of work.)
Lab Proposal (500 word limit): Explain how you will make use of the lab during your residency and how the residency will be beneficial for you.
Programming Proposal (500-word limit): Explain how you will engage with the Chicago arts community through your free public programming. This Public Program can include but is not limited to a workshop, panel discussion, performance or something else in your wheelhouse.
Please list the name and email of two professional references who will be contacted if you are a Finalist.

International artists can apply but LATITUDE does not have a travel stipend at this time or housing a part of this residency.

New Addition to our AIR Residency:

In September, Latitude will reach out to the 12 finalists for the AIR program for a Zoom. This Zoom is mandatory and does not confirm a spot in the residency. After the Zoom, our Executive director will reach out to finalists for their top three months as well as contact their references. If all three components are met, Latitude will build the 2025 calendar year. Artists not included in this calendar will be alternates for the residency program.

Latitude will now require a $100 deposit for a residency spot, which is returned to the artist upon arrival in their designated month.