Support & Expectations

We’re excited to host artists in our rural community of Liberal, Kansas. During your residency, we provide space, support, and stipends so you can focus on creating and connecting with the community.

Residency Length

Residencies are generally two weeks in length.
Shorter or longer stays may be considered by request, based on availability, project scope, and scheduling.

What We Provide

• Up to $500 travel reimbursement (submit receipts for airfare or mileage, gas, shuttle, or rental car)
  

• $20 per day food stipend (flat rate, paid directly to you)

• Up to $1,000 project/material reimbursement for your residency project
  Must be submitted in advance and approved by the board before purchasing
  

• Free private living quarters including:

• Bedroom/Bathroom

• Kitchen

• On-site shared laundry (no extra cost)
  

• Studio & Equipment Access at the Arts Center:

• Visual art studio space

• Digital arts computers (including photo editing & design software)

• Gallery, demo spaces, and creative equipment as available
  

• Support from Baker staff to schedule and promote your community demonstration/class

What We Ask in Exchange

To help us grow our creative community, we ask each Artist in Residence to participate in the following:

• Participate in 1–3 public-facing events (depending on length of stay)
  These may include teaching classes, workshops, live demonstrations, artist talks, open studios, or similar community-focused activities.
  Programming will be planned collaboratively, based on the artist’s interests, strengths, and project focus.
  

• Participate in a Baker Gallery show and public reception
  (Preferably during your residency, but may be scheduled for a later date if needed.)
  Artwork must be gallery-ready, including framing when necessary, clearly labeled, and prepared for installation.
  The public reception will be hosted by Baker Arts and provide an opportunity to connect with the community.
  

• One donated original artwork
  Given at the conclusion of your residency for our permanent collection or fundraising use.

Living & Creating at Baker

While you’re here, you’ll have:

• A quiet, private place to live and work

• A creative home base at the Baker Arts Center

• Opportunities to inspire makers of all ages

• Access to tools, studios, and creative spaces
  

• A chance to share your craft with a community eager for creative experiences
  

We believe artists bring something truly meaningful to Southwest Kansas — and we can’t wait to create with you.

Application Requirements

     When applying, artists should submit:

1. Portfolio – A selection of current work (digital images preferred).

2. Previous Experience – List of shows, exhibits, workshops, or residencies.

3. Short Artist Statement – Explaining how your art will benefit our community.

4. Proposal for Permanent Collection Piece – Include a short description of the proposed work to be donated to the Baker Arts Center’s permanent collection.

5. Contact Information – Email, phone, and mailing address.
   

We’re excited to see your work and welcome you to our community!