Residencies for artists from an array of disciplines.

Art and Community

Newnan ArtRez offers residencies to emerging and mid-career artists from various disciplines so they can pursue their art away from everyday pressures while engaging in community experiences that enrich Newnan and Coweta County’s cultural environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mission of Newnan ArtRez?

The mission of Newnan ArtRez is to offer emerging and mid-career artists a retreat to pursue visual, literary and musical projects away from daily pressures; to create opportunities for our community to engage with artists; and to support art experiences that enrich Newnan and Coweta County’s cultural environment.

Am I eligible to apply?

ArtRez welcomes applications from emerging and mid-career professional artists. We cannot host enrolled students.

ArtRez best meets the needs of painters, photographers and visual artists working in two dimensions; of composers and musicians with their own instruments; and of writers. We cannot accommodate potters, ceramicists or wood turners.If you work in a different discipline, please contact us to see if we can accommodate your specific needs.

ArtRez accepts one artist per residency. Partners are allowed with prior arrangement and ArtRez consent.

Where Will I Stay?

Gray Cottage is a renovated one-bedroom bungalow in Newnan, Georgia, 35 minutes south of the Atlanta airport. The peaceful cottage is next door to the Newnan branch of the University of West Georgia and a short walk to the lively town square filled with shops, galleries, and restaurants.

Gray Cottage has a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and comfortable porches. Workspace includes an artist’s studio and an office with a large writing desk. We provide Internet Service, a flat screen television and cable, as well as a bicycle.

No smoking or pets are allowed.

Can I receive mail while at Gray Cottage?

No, the cottage does not have a mailbox. If you need to receive mail, we can make arrangements.

How Long Are Residencies?

Residencies can last from two weeks to two months.

When Can I Apply?

Applications may be sent to us at any time. Applications are reviewed quarterly, in January, April, July, and October.

Is There an Application Fee?

Yes, $35 non refundable

What Expenses Do I Pay?

Artists are responsible for travel, food, and art supplies.

Is a Stipend Provided?

A small stipend may be provided in some instances.

Does ArtRez ever Partner with Other Organizations?

ArtRez often works with West Georgia University and Newnan’s Carnegie Library, among other local organizations, to bring artists into the community. Organizations interested in partnering with ArtRez to host a residency should contact us directly. Partner Organizations may use the application we provide for their applying artists.

What Community Engagement Does ArtRez Expect From Artists?

Artists are expected to be available for involvement with the community. Artists are encouraged to create their own plan for community involvement, which may take the shape of free demonstrations, readings, workshops and/or open houses, etc. ArtRez helps artists connect with contacts in the community and helps publicize through local outlets and social media. Artists frequently sell their work in a farewell presentation.

Is ArtRez Non-Profit?

Yes, we are a non-profit organization. Under our non-profit parent organization Newnan Artist in Residence Inc., ArtRez has offered residencies to emerging and mid-career artists since 2015. Our board includes local writers, artists and community leaders.

Interested in becoming an artist in residence?
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Past Artists

T.B. Grennan

Writer

June

Keija Parssinen

Writer

June

Leo Cordovi & Mär Martinez

Painters

May 2023

Rusty Roden

Composer

January 2023

Katie Cooper

Fine Artist

July-August 2022

Amy Pabst

Fiber Artist | Quilter

May

Auzelle Epeneter

Poet

August-September 2021

Robyn Carter

Writer

July-August 2021

Christine Vines

Fiction Writer

June 2021

Graham Barnhart

Poet

March 2020, Winner of the Blackwell Prize in Writing

Shelley Graham Turner

Painter

June 2019

Krista Hoefle & Eli Kahn

Artist, Gamer

January 11 - February 10, 2019

Jessica Hudgins

artist

June 2018

Meg Kaizu

writer and painter

April 2018

Gray Cottage and the Newnan Community

Newnan, Georgia, is only 35 minutes south of the Atlanta airport; yet it feels a world away, offering small town hospitality along with sophisticated shops, galleries, and restaurants.

Located a few blocks from Newnan’s lively town square, Gray Cottage is a fully renovated one-bedroom bungalow with comfortable porches and ample workspaces for visiting artists.

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