An Exploration of Inspiration Through Sound, Movement, Visual Arts & Craft
Uncommon Art Residency
Founded in 2017 by Erik Warner, the Uncommon Art Residency has blossomed into a sanctuary for creative minds, inviting artists from across the nation to explore, collaborate, and ignite new ideas. Initially housed at the Sound View Greenport, a hotel on Long Island, New York, the residency expanded in 2020 to the Anvil Hotel in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. These creative havens foster a vibrant ecosystem where community, collaboration, and connection are at the heart of the experience.
The residency program encourages artistic expression in all forms, from performances and open working sessions to exhibitions and lectures. Each artist is invited to share their work and process with the public, creating a dynamic dialogue between artist and community. Past residents have hosted classes, performances, and unique community experiences, enriching both their art and the lives of those they touch.
About The Uncommon Art Residency
For the past seven years, the residency has welcomed a diverse array of contemporary artists, musicians, composers, playwrights, and craftsmen. Through immersive exploration of their crafts and the unique influence of their surroundings, residents have birthed fresh perspectives and transformative work. The merging of location, community, and creativity has resulted in a dynamic exchange that shapes both the artists and the locales they engage with.
In Jackson Hole, Travis Walker, the Director of the Uncommon Art Residency, orchestrates this inspiring program with the support of local partners, including the Art Association of Jackson Hole & the Center For The Arts. A full-time artist and founder of Teton ArtLab, Travis ensures that the residency thrives within the rich cultural fabric of the region. Artists are invited to work in the vibrant studios of the Art Association’s Center for the Arts, where the rugged landscape and creative spirit of Jackson Hole inspire groundbreaking new works.
Our 2025 Uncommon Art Exhibit
The Uncommon Art Exhibit presents work from diverse artists that have participated in the Uncommon Art Residency in Jackson and New York. The 2025 show will be on display from July 7 to September 8, 2025.
Mark your calendars for an August reception (exact date TBD), and a closing party on September 5 as part of the Fall Arts Festival Palates & Palettes walk. The Uncommon Art Exhibit is presented by the Center in partnership with Teton Art Lab with support provided by Sound View Greenport and Anvil Hotel.
More Information
Teton Artlab has supported exceptional artists with the creation of new work through artist residencies. We have also presented exhibitions, concerts, films, talks, workshops, and demonstrations by artists from all over the world.
The Art Association of Jackson Hole is dedicated to encouraging a vital, creative community through education, engagement with, and enjoyment of visual art. The Uncommon artists are able to utilize the many art studios & facilities.
A Home for Nonprofits to Support Art, Education, Creativity, and Community in Jackson Hole.
Each September, the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival brings together the nation’s top Western, wildlife, and landscape artists for an immersieve 10-day celebration of art in the heart of Jackson, WY. With over 50 art events, local galleries and venues transform into vibrant showcases of creativity.
Now in its 41st year, the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival has something to inspire everyone. From the Jackson Hole QuickDraw to Palates & Palettes, Arts on the Green, Western Visions, Sunday Art Brunch and more! The Fall Arts Festival showcases why Jackson Hole is the premier art destination in the Rockies.
The Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival, held annually each September in Jackson, Wyoming, is a vibrant celebration of arts and culture that attracts enthusiasts and collectors from all over. The festival offers a diverse array of signature events, including gallery walks, art sales, culinary experiences, home tours, and educational workshops. Attendees can immerse themselves in the region’s rich artistic heritage while enjoying the stunning natural beauty of Jackson Hole. With its blend of visual arts, music, food, and more, the festival provides a unique and enriching experience for all who visit.
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Apply Now for the 2026 Uncommon Art Residency
Uncommon Art Residency at Anvil Hotel Jackson
Applications are available starting June 1, 2025 and closing September 1, 2025 through Teton Art Lab.
Each artist in residence will receive between 1-2 weeks of complimentary accommodations at Anvil Hotel in Downtown Jackson, $200/week cash stipend and $200 in dining credits at Glorietta Trattoria, the hotel’s onsite Italian restaurant. In exchange, we ask each artist to offer an artist talk and/or demonstration that is open to the public. Artists have access to nearby shared studio spaces for ceramics, printmaking, photography, and more at the nearby Art Association of Jackson Hole.
Claire HarnEnz | April 7 to April 17
Tom Holmes | April 19 to April 26
Nolan Tredway | May 5 to May 12
Sheldon Wong | May 13 to May 21
Lila Steffan | May 15 to May 23
Robyn Moore | May 17 to May 23
Participating Jackson Artists
These artists are selected through a competitive application process open to any artist over the age of 18. For 2025, we selected 6 artists from 175 applications. These artists were chosen based on their unique backgrounds and the strength of their work. We invite the public to interact with these artists during free talks and studio visits at the Art Association. These events are made possible through Old Bill’s Fun Run and a grant from the Cultural Council of Jackson Hole.
