IAA-USA Launches Artist Residency Support Program

Welcoming Our New Development Director – Artist Residency: Elizabeth Decker

IAA-USA is excited to announce the launch of the IAA-USA Artist Residency Program, a new initiative designed to support our members in their pursuit of creative growth through national and international residency opportunities.

As part of this effort, we are proud to introduce Elizabeth Decker as our new Development Director – Artist Residency. Elizabeth is a longtime IAA-USA member from Austin, TX and a dedicated visual artist whose work has been exhibited nationally and internationally. She brings firsthand experience and passion to this role, having been awarded artist residencies in France and England. She currently is painting in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico and planning to offer her studio to the program as she continues her search for amazing residencies.

Elizabeth will serve as a bridge between IAA-USA members and a diverse range of artist residencies, sharing opportunities and offering guidance throughout the application process. While IAA-USA is not involved in residency selection or admissions, Elizabeth will help connect our artists with meaningful programs that align with their practice and goals. Contact: elidecker@iaa-usa.org

Residency Grant Program
To further empower our artists, IAA-USA is pleased to offer unrestricted $500 grants to up to four members during the 2025–2026 residency season. These grants are available to members who:

• Are accepted into an external residency, and

• Provide documentation of acceptance and a signed agreement to attend.

Funds may be used at the artist’s discretion for travel, supplies, food, lodging, or other residency-related expenses.

We encourage all members to explore this opportunity and to reach out to Elizabeth Decker with any questions about artist residencies or the new grant program once a residency opportunity has been offered. She can also help direct inquiries to the residency hosts when needed.

We look forward to seeing our members thrive in inspiring new environments and to celebrating the creative outcomes that emerge from these valuable experiences.

The IAA-USA Board of Directors

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