Pyramid Atlantic Art Center’s Keyholder Residency is a competitive opportunity for emerging to mid-career artists who want unlimited access to the studios in exchange for working 8 hours a week for Pyramid Atlantic. The residency is awarded to artists who hope to learn more and improve their printmaking, papermaking, or book arts skills.
Keyholders work in a productive community atmosphere alongside other artists and are expected to abide by all studio policies. Housing is not provided, although, upon acceptance, artists will receive information on opportunities for nearby housing. Current Pyramid Board Members and Artistic Associates are not eligible for the Keyholder Residency.
There will be one residency session from October 2026 – April 2027.
Selected Artists will receive the following:
24-hour studio access (up to 30 hours a week)
Flat file and storage space for supplies
Promotion in Pyramid’s newsletter and social media
Keyholder residents are asked to:
Work 8 hours a week for Pyramid Atlantic (Perform daily operational tasks including but not limited to ordering supplies, receiving and unpacking orders, responding to organizational inquiries, and working at the reception desk) Bring consumable supplies (paper, ink, newsprint, etc.)
Present one artist talk or public demonstration
Share community studios with other artists and Pyramid Atlantic programming
Application:
Letter of intent explaining why you would like to participate in the Keyholder Program, how this opportunity will affect your career goals, and what studios/equipment you plan on using.
Resume
Three to five images of recent work
Deadline for applications: July 19, 2026
Notification: August 19, 2026