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The Cedars Union
The Cedars Union (CU) is a nonprofit arts incubator in Dallas dedicated to supporting emerging artists through affordable studio space, shared tools, and professional development. Located in the historic Cedars neighborhood, The CU provides resources that foster collaboration, experimentation, and growth within the visual arts community. Through exhibitions, workshops, and public programs, The Cedars Union connects artists and audiences, strengthening the cultural fabric of North Texas.
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Description
Our Mission: The mission of the Cedars Union is to provide resources such as studios, tools, programs, and pro-bono services for creatives, foster a collaborative and supportive artist community, and advance the arts in North Texas. Our Vision: North Texas is a vibrant international art community where art is celebrated and artists thrive. Our Values: Inspire collaboration between the community and the arts; be inclusive and diverse; uphold the highest standards; respect artists’ creative expression and protect their rights.
Organization Type
Arts NonprofitLOCATION
1219 S Ervay St., Dallas, TX, 75215
UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunity
The Cedars Union Incubator Cohort VI
Residency
Call DescriptionThe Cedars Union creates a collaborative learning environment giving artists an opportunity to learn from and teach one another. At The Cedars Union, artists work as part of a cohesive community, applicants must have a dedication to community, their work, and a drive for a successful art career. The Cohort at The Cedars Union is a year-and-a-half long program (18 months) with access to a micro-studio in the studio hall along with 14 to 18 peers. The program provides artists with affordable studio space, 24/7 access to tools, equipment, and an artistic community. Cohort members have access to all available amenities including fibers facilities, printmaking facilities, ceramics facilities, woodshop, computer labs, and a large array of tools, resources, and programming. The Cedars Union also provides hands-on training via workshops and demos, regular artist member critiques, and exhibition opportunities. Members are encouraged to take an active role in this collaboration with the ability to lead or participate in critiques, classes and workshops, events and projects, and various committeesApplicants will request a micro-studio size and upon acceptance enter into an 18-month lease commitment. Studios are designed in a variety of sizes and set ups ranging from 64 to 200 square feet, available in two distinct designs. All studios are available to rent at $1.60 per square foot. All studios are designed without doors and with low walls in order to reinforce core values of the Cohort program; collaboration, community, and visibility. Studio assignments are made based on applicant preference and jury scoring Applicants for the Cohort program must be 18 or older and live within 75 miles of The Cedars Union (located in the Cedars neighborhood of Dallas). Selected Artists Start Date: Week of August 31st 2026, Program runs through February 27th, 2028 (18 months total).The Cedars Union Cohort VI Incubator Program Jurors are: - Emily Budd, SMU- Christina Hahn, Cohort 4- Thomas Feulmer, The Warehouse- Ade Omotosho, DMA- Ahava Silkey-Jones, Dallas CollegeApplication RequirementsPersonal Identification FormCVBio/Artist StatementStatement of IntentDiversity Statement5 images of your workEligibility CriteriaApplicants for the Cohort program must be 18 or older and live within 75 miles of The Cedars Union (located in the Cedars neighborhood of Dallas). Selected artists start date: week of August 31st 2026, program runs through February 27th, 2028 (18 months total).
Fee to Apply
$10
Deadline
June 13, 2026
Scope
Fort Worth
Organized by
The Cedars Union
Opportunity
The Cedars Union Incubator Cohort VI
Residency
Call DescriptionThe Cedars Union creates a collaborative learning environment giving artists an opportunity to learn from and teach one another. At The Cedars Union, artists work as part of a cohesive community, applicants must have a dedication to community, their work, and a drive for a successful art career. The Cohort at The Cedars Union is a year-and-a-half long program (18 months) with access to a micro-studio in the studio hall along with 14 to 18 peers. The program provides artists with affordable studio space, 24/7 access to tools, equipment, and an artistic community. Cohort members have access to all available amenities including fibers facilities, printmaking facilities, ceramics facilities, woodshop, computer labs, and a large array of tools, resources, and programming. The Cedars Union also provides hands-on training via workshops and demos, regular artist member critiques, and exhibition opportunities. Members are encouraged to take an active role in this collaboration with the ability to lead or participate in critiques, classes and workshops, events and projects, and various committeesApplicants will request a micro-studio size and upon acceptance enter into an 18-month lease commitment. Studios are designed in a variety of sizes and set ups ranging from 64 to 200 square feet, available in two distinct designs. All studios are available to rent at $1.60 per square foot. All studios are designed without doors and with low walls in order to reinforce core values of the Cohort program; collaboration, community, and visibility. Studio assignments are made based on applicant preference and jury scoring Applicants for the Cohort program must be 18 or older and live within 75 miles of The Cedars Union (located in the Cedars neighborhood of Dallas). Selected Artists Start Date: Week of August 31st 2026, Program runs through February 27th, 2028 (18 months total).The Cedars Union Cohort VI Incubator Program Jurors are: - Emily Budd, SMU- Christina Hahn, Cohort 4- Thomas Feulmer, The Warehouse- Ade Omotosho, DMA- Ahava Silkey-Jones, Dallas CollegeApplication RequirementsPersonal Identification FormCVBio/Artist StatementStatement of IntentDiversity Statement5 images of your workEligibility CriteriaApplicants for the Cohort program must be 18 or older and live within 75 miles of The Cedars Union (located in the Cedars neighborhood of Dallas). Selected artists start date: week of August 31st 2026, program runs through February 27th, 2028 (18 months total).
Fee to Apply
$10
Deadline
June 13, 2026
Scope
Fort Worth
Organized by
The Cedars Union