Hackerman Artist in Residence Proposals
The application for the 2026 Residency is closed. Please visit the Pratt in Residence page in August for the announcement of the 2026 Hackerman Artist in Residence. The 2026 Artist in Residence will specialize in two-dimensional art.
2026 Jury Panel
2026 Jury Panel Coming Soon
Program Information
The Hackerman Artist in Residence (AIR) program is an opportunity for the selected visual artist to work as an independent contractor developing a new body of artwork or to further develop projects already in existence. The Hackerman Artist in Residence program aims to enhance the artistic and cultural life of Maryland by connecting established and emerging artists with Library resources and tools, creating meaningful connections with Library patrons, and contributing unique perspectives to our ever-evolving and growing community.
Program Goals
- Foster an inclusive and diverse space: Create opportunities for Library patrons to interact with professional artists from various disciplines, promoting equity and inclusivity.
- Enhance creative growth and exploration: Cultivate a thriving artistic scene in Baltimore by encouraging artists to explore and contribute to the city's cultural landscape.
- Facilitate meaningful collaborations: Offer a platform for the community to engage with professional artists.
- Enrich creative learning: Provide access to resources and services that support Library patrons in their artistic learning and exploration.
- Bridge the gap between art and community: Establish connections between artists and the Library community.
Stipend
The Pratt provides a stipend during the residency period. Our current stipend is $30,000 for 11 months, dependent on available funding, with some additional resources available for supply costs. We are unable to reimburse travel costs or provide housing for visiting artists.
Selection Process
Residents are carefully selected through a multi-round review process in which library staff and external jurors review and score applications.
Notification of application status will be made by May 23, 2025.
Due to the high volume of applications received, we are able to provide individualized feedback only to the top nine applicants who are not selected for the residency.
More Information
For more information about the Artist in Residence program, please email air@prattlibrary.org.
Artists in Residence
The Enoch Pratt Free Library Artist in Residence Program is designed to bring creatives from around Baltimore to share and create at the Pratt Library.