Mission

Cultivate a stronger diverse interconnected arts community for creative people within the greater Madison area.

By sharing a studio/ online space, tools, skill sets we are practicing mutual aid together.

In the shared space residency we believe the creative process defies classification.

We are open to wherever collaboration leads us.

Residency details

  • Accepted Residents will receive 40 hours of time to be used in person at the studio OR via Zoom.

  • 40 hours may be used within a 4 week span ( this doesn’t necessarily mean within a calendar month)

  • There will be an initial meeting with Sara to collaborate on a studio schedule and discuss the needs of the resident

  • Studio space may be shared while Sara is in the studio OR on your own depending on the what is agreed upon - in the case that the studio is in use w/o Sara there will be additional terms and rules

  • All residents of 2026 will be invited to present or exhibit work of their choice in a Shared Space residency group exhibition TBD at a later date.

  • Tools and supplies are also available to share. A full list of available supplies will be discussed upon acceptance. General art supplies are usually available as well as printmaking supplies including a portable press that can print up to 24” wide

studio rules

  • MASKS are REQUIRED in the studio:

  1. in gatherings of more than 4 people.

  2. when anyone lingering symptoms of illness.

  • In the event anyone is feeling unwell studio time will be rescheduled for a different time.

  • Any food or drink waste must be removed from the studio daily

  • Respect shared tools, supplies and studio space and treat them with care.

  • We will have open and honest conversations in the event of any conflict.

designed for

madison area creatives that may:

  • Experience barriers due to any part of their identity

  • Be Caregivers

  • Operate outside of Academia

  • Be self - taught

No cost to apply or participate

This residency will be funded by community support.

Folks can donate directly or purchase Mail Art subscriptions all proceeds support these residencies

availability

FEB - SEPT 2026

Applications accepted on a rolling basis until spots are filled. If the form on this page has been disabled it means spots have been filled or capacity levels have changed.

8-9 residents will be accepted for 2026

Site details

Roundhouse studios has several shared restrooms ( gendered and non gendered)

Shared sink area down the hall, Electric Kettle and various selection of tea

Shared kitchen, some dishes, microwaves

All 40 studios are located on the 2nd floor, accessible via elevator or stairs

Communication arts collective is also here.

Studio details

169 sq ft

8ft walls open to ceiling

Natural light via upper east facing windows

Several tables at counter height

Biggest table roughly 3ft x 5ft

Some open wall space.

How to apply

Fill out the form below

This is a shared space residency so for transparency here are my answers to the form.

Name - Sara Meredith

Pronouns - She/ her

Accessibility needs - I’m hypermobile so sometimes I need to sit. There are counter height stools for all the tables and a lower couch. In order for me to accommodate the nature of the printmaking methods I explore the surfaces are optimized for standing to reduce strain. I’m immunocompromised - suspect that I have long term effects of having COVID once so I take COVID/ disease precaution seriously.

Share any terms that you identify with that help me ensure the Shared Space residency provides equitable access - I’m white (mixed eastern european/ Latvian descent), cisgender, female, asexual,autistic/ neurodivergent, middle class, mother, wife, interdisciplinary artist, community builder

Tell me about yourself ( casual)- I’m passionate about including every lifeform in my area as part of my community. Most recently I have developed a weekly ritual of interacting with the squirrels in our yard. I love hiking in the Cherokee Marsh. I’ve been involved growing Communication arts collective- an all volunteer run arts non profit in Madison - since 2020.I believe systems are killing everything we hold dear and the best way to work toward liberation is to nurture bigger love and relationships in our communities. I have 2 sons that test all of these practices as teens and a husband that has never stopped allowing me to be wild spirit.

I need space ————

to practice being a flawed human, to collaborate on big ideas, to share and nurture creativity of others, to challenge hierarchies, to be present.

APPLICATION FORM

By filling out this application form you have read and agree to follow studio rules listed above.

If the form is not visible it means All residencies have been filled for 2026 or capacity levels have changed. An announcement will be made via all channels when applications are being accepted again

FAQs

What skills/ help is available to support residents?

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Help/ Skills/ Guidance can be provided in these areas: Printmaking, General problem solving or troubleshooting, Brainstorming, Dreaming, Executing vision, Researching, Promotion and more.

Sara has been a practicing artist for 20+ years, a volunteer/ part of leadership team of DIY arts collective, Communication for over 5 years. Her skills supported different parts of the collective over the years including the retail shop, print collective management, exhibitions, promotion, operations, admin, visioning, conflict management and team building

How do I know this residency is right for me?

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You need space to: work on a project, experiment, test printmaking methods but don’t have a press, collaborate , brainstorm or troubleshoot an idea, practice being in a COVID conscious space, access to a variety of general art supplies, receive creative guidance, design a process suited to your needs, be in proximity to other creatives.

These are some general areas that will be a good fit for the Shared Space residency. If you live in Madison/ surrounding area and don’t have access to creative space then this residency is for you

What makes this residency different?

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This residency is designed to improve access to time and space to create without an extensive application, travel, need for accommodation. There is no cost to apply or upon acceptance.

There aren’t any requirements to present or have a final product to show. There is an optional opportunity to participate in a group exhibition for residents of 2026.

How can I contact you if I have more questions?

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You can reach Sara anytime via our contact page or email. Please allow time for a response, Sara will respond when she has capacity.