CAM x Mercury Project Artist Residency

Contemporary Art Month (CAM) in partnership with Mercury Project are pleased to announce a new residency  for emerging artists in San Antonio. The CAM x Mercury Project Residency will offer one local artist time and space to create alongside other local artists and receive mentorship from established creatives in our community.

Eligibility

We are seeking artists who may be just getting started in their career, or who may be returning to art making after a period of absence. The artist must reside in the San Antonio area at the time of application. Current students are eligible to apply. There is no application fee.

About the Residency

  • Receive dedicated studio space at Mercury Project in the Southtown Arts District for 8 weeks 

  • Have opportunities to engage with studio artists and mentors 

  • Engage in consultation with Creative Coach Leigh Baldwin for a coaching session resulting in a residency plan and artist’s statement

  • Receive a $250 honorarium

  • Exhibit work in a professional gallery setting following the residency

Important Dates

February 17, 2025: Application Opens

March 21, 2025: Application Closes

March 28, 2025: Artist announced at the CAM Closing Party at Space C7

August 1-September 30, 2025: Residency

October 3, 2025: Exhibition

For questions and media inquiries contact

Roberta “Nina” Hassele | contemporaryartmonth@gmail.com