The Lincoln City Fellowship

The Lincoln City Fellowship is a nationwide residency that builds the creative capacity of professional artists through customized retreats, in person convenings, online community programming, and financial assistance.

The program serves artists from a variety of disciplines and backgrounds who are united by their drive to create, posture of curiosity, generous spirit, and artistic purpose.

Qualities of a Lincoln City Fellow

Fellows have a strong body of original creative work and are eager to expand their artistic depth alongside creative peers. Creating art is not a side hobby, it is an essential and prioritized aspect of each fellow's life.

Fellows have a desire to learn and develop their perspective through connecting and engaging with other people who may not believe all of the same things about the world, humanity, or any political, societal, or spiritual issue that can be named.

Fellows are eager to engage with the community of artists and co-create an experience of support and refuge within the cohort. They are enthusiastic to share their work and resources, while participating in group discussions with an open mind and heart.

Fellows have a deep sense of purpose and intention behind the work they create.  They are committed to artistic expression and have a desire to develop meaningful work in their specific discipline.

Past cohort and retreat participants are encouraged to join our ongoing in-person and virtual community events, designed to provide personalized support, foster continued connection with fellow artists, and promote artistic development throughout the year.

2025 Program Offerings

  • The Lincoln City Fellowship Artist Retreats offer an enriching experience tailored to the unique needs and aspirations of artists across various stages of their creative journeys. These retreats foster a supportive environment for artists to connect, reflect, rejuvenate, and grow through a variety of engaging workshops, meaningful downtime, and collaborative opportunities. In Person

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  • 1:1 coaching sessions for artists seeking personalized creative, strategic and grant-writing support. Virtual/In Person

  • Artist led conversations where an artist submits a topical discussion, artistic challenge or work in progress in which they are seeking specific input and advice from the group. Virtual/In Person

  • The Accountability Cohort is a monthly virtual forum where artists can connect, share updates on their creative projects, and seek support from fellow Fellows. Open to Fellows year-round, these sessions foster a collaborative environment, motivate artists to stay on track with their goals, and inspire innovative thinking. Virtual

  • Facilitated conversations and workshops with subject matter experts and artistic allies. Virtual/ In person

  • Sponsored tickets for Fellows to attend performances, productions, and exhibitions featuring the work of their peers. In Person

  • Nationwide meetups and facilitated gatherings for Lincoln City Fellows to connect in person. In Person.

  • Speranza's annual party offers both a reunion for all Lincoln City Fellows and a platform for featured artists to share creative offerings to the community. Locations vary year to year.  In Person, 2025: Los Angeles

  • Our private online fellows portal is our main online hub for communications, online resources, schedule of events and social interaction with the cohorts. Virtual

  • All virtual conversations and workshops will be recorded and housed in the private online community for those fellows who are unable to attend live.