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Inspired by Zion? Apply to make art in the park!

A woman in a red shirt pointing to artwork on a canvas
2024 Artist-in-Residence Alison Green describes her work.

NPS / Ally O'Rullian

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News Release Date: May 31, 2024

Contact: zion_newsdesk@nps.gov, 435-772-0162

SPRINGDALE, Utah – Do the striking features of Zion spark your creativity? Share your inspiration with others through our Artist-in-Residence Program! 

The application period for 2025 residencies is open tomorrow, June 1 through July 19, 2024.  
 
Eligibility and Applications 
Two artists will be selected for the 2025 season and will each serve a month-long residency in: 

  • February 2025, 

  • June 2025 or, 

  • Mid-October to mid-November 2025. 

 
All professional artists who are American citizens or U.S. permanent residents are welcome to apply. Visit the online application portal to learn more about the program requirements, to submit portfolio pieces, and to apply to be an Artist-in-Residence! We will announce the two 2025 Artists-in-Residence selectees in fall 2024. 
 
 
About the Zion Artist-in-Residence Program 
Zion Artists-in-Residence live and work in the majestic desert environment of Southern Utah for one month. The program provides artists with park housing at no cost to them.  
 
To benefit park visitors and the local community, the Artists-in-Residence present two public programs tailored to their medium, interest, experience, and audience. Zion encourages artists to host open studio hours or interact with visitors at or near trailheads. During their time at Zion, Artists-in-Residence are part of the Volunteers-in-Parks program and wear National Park Service volunteer uniforms.  
 
The Artist-in-Residence submits an original piece of work inspired by their visit within six months of leaving Zion. The art may be added to the park's permanent museum or interpretive collections or, in partnership with the Zion National Park Forever Project, may be used to financially support the Artist-in-Residence Program. 
 
 
See past artists’ work and learn more about how Zion has inspired artistic creation on our website. 
 
See public domain photos and video. 



Last updated: May 31, 2024

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