PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Lichtenstein Center for the Arts has announced the opening of applications for its second annual Artist-in-Residence program. 

 

The initiative provides one selected artist with free studio space for 11 months, beginning in May 2026 and concluding in April 2027.

 

Located in the Upstreet Cultural District, the Lichtenstein Center serves as a hub for the local arts community, housing nine individual studios, a ceramic studio, and a gallery. The residency is intended to facilitate artistic development by allowing a practitioner to create new work while interacting with other onsite professionals.

 

The program is limited to full-time residents of Pittsfield who are at least 21 years of age. Applicants may be emerging or experienced artists but must have prior exhibition experience. To apply, candidates must submit a portfolio of at least five images via website, social media, or email, followed by a remote interview with the Cultural Development office staff.

 

The deadline for all application materials is March 31.

 

In addition to the 11-month studio placement, the resident will participate in the "OUT OF THE STUDIOS" group exhibition in October 2026. The artist will retain 100% of the proceeds from any artwork sold during this show.

 

The residency also includes:

 

A $200 stipend for a featured appearance at "Palace Park" during a First Fridays at Five event, involving work displays or live demonstrations.

 

Promotion through LovePittsfield.com social media platforms.

 

Access to the center's collaborative environment and historic facilities.

 

The Lichtenstein Center is named for Kitty Lichtenstein, who donated the building to support the city's arts scene. It currently serves as the headquarters for the city's Cultural Development Office.

 

Interested artists can apply by contacting the Cultural Development office at cultural.development@pittsfieldma.gov.