Up North Progressive

The Porcupine Mountains Artist-in-Residence Program for Spring, Summer, and Fall, 2020, and Winter, 2021, residencies are accepting applications until February 14, 2020, for any artist interested in a chance to create art while living in the pristine forest of the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park; Michigan’s largest state park

For two weeks, artists have the opportunity to live in the park where rivers, waterfalls, wooded mountain peaks, the Lake Superior shoreline are there to inspire and enchant any artist’s creative spirit. The virgin forest hosts numerous wildlife plant life for writers, artists, composers, and performing artists to experience the beauty of the park.

The artist will have a cabin located on the Little Union River to stay during the residency, and the opportunity for a three-night backcountry trip to explore more of the park. During the residency, artists will share their experiences with the public through demonstrations and lectures.

The final selection of residencies will be based on the artist’s ability to live in a rustic wilderness, the willingness to donate a finished piece inspired by their stay at the park, and their ability to interpret the park through their art. All forms of art will be considered except those that are considered inconsistent with the park’s mission.

The deadline to apply for any of the residency periods offered is February 14, 2020. For more information and to apply, go to the Friends of the Porkies website.

Good luck to all the applicants!