Atlantic Center for the Arts — Chase Hall, Residency 199

Overview
Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA) is a longstanding institution dedicated to supporting artists through its residency programs, which bring together creative practitioners from various disciplines to work in a communal environment. Residency 199 is structured as a three-week session led by artist Chase Hall, offering selected artists the opportunity to develop their work under his mentorship and alongside peers. The residency provides studio space, living accommodations, and meals, allowing artists to focus entirely on their practice without the burden of daily logistics. The program is designed to foster intensive creative exchange, with a schedule that balances individual studio time, group discussions, and informal interactions. Artists are not required to produce a finished product; instead, the emphasis is on experimentation, risk-taking, and the evolution of one's practice. The presence of a distinguished artist like Chase Hall as the lead faculty member ensures that conversations will be grounded in contemporary concerns and rigorous critical feedback. While the residency is fully funded, covering tuition, housing, and meals, artists are responsible for their own travel to and from ACA's campus in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. A limited number of scholarships may be available to offset travel or other expenses, though applicants should not assume additional support. The selection process is competitive, and the jury seeks artists who demonstrate a clear sense of purpose and a willingness to engage deeply with the residency's communal and critical framework.