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Residencies

For 80 years, Sawtooth has been a creative hub for the region—an energetic, craft school environment in downtown Winston-Salem, NC. Our year-long Artist-in-Residence programs encourage emerging artists to develop new skills, foster community connections, and create new bodies of work while assisting with studio operations.

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Spend a Year at Sawtooth

Sawtooth’s residencies prioritize self-exploration and personal growth while also providing support for professional development, including possible teaching and exhibition opportunities. Our program is currently open only to U.S.-based artists.

Applications for our 2027-2028 residencies in ceramics, printmaking, and woodworking will open in February 2027. Find more information below about each program and how to apply.

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Supporting Artists at Every Stage

Schupbach-Gordon Resident in Printmaking

The Schupbach-Gordon Residency in Printmaking is a year-long program designed for one emerging printmaker to enhance their skills, explore innovative techniques, and acquire valuable teaching experiences in a nurturing and inclusive setting. One resident will receive 24/7 access to the Printmaking Studio when class is not in session, use of storage, inks, and supplies, and a $500/month stipend for part-time studio maintenance work.

Applications open in February 2027. Check back then to apply!

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Gondring Resident in Woodworking

The Gondring Residency in Woodworking is a year-long program that offers one emerging woodworker the opportunity to develop their skills and gain valuable teaching experience in a supportive, welcoming environment. Selected by the Director of Wood Programs and a rotating jury, applicants are evaluated based on the quality of their work, their dedication to their craft, and their willingness to bring fresh perspectives to the creative community at Sawtooth.

One Gondring Resident in Woodworking receives round-the-clock access to our Wood and Lathe studios, a semi-private studio space, and a $3,000 stipend in exchange for working several hours per week.

Applications open in February 2027. Check back then to apply!

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Ceramics Artists-in-Residence

Our Ceramics Artists-in-Residence spend a year at Sawtooth developing new skills, fostering community connections, and creating new bodies of work while assisting with studio operations. Two residents are given 24/7 access to studio space, materials at cost, free firings, and the opportunity to teach, inspire, and energize our community.

Our residency program is a one-year commitment. Residents are chosen by the Director of Ceramics along with a rotating jury. The selections are based on the quality of the work, its artistic merit, and the diversity of the prospective group in terms of work, background, and career stage.

Applications open in February 2027. Check back then to apply!

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