About the Teaching Artists Roster

Artists represented in the Teaching Artists roster have successfully undergone a peer panel review process that evaluates their artistic and instructional abilities and achievements as they relate to teaching artist residencies. The purpose of this resource is to provide you with basic information about them and the residencies they offer to schools and communities. The information contained in this resource is provided by the artists.

The Iowa Arts Council requires that applicants to certain grant programs work with the artists listed in the Teaching Artists Roster.

• The Artists in Schools and Communities grant program requires that applicants work with artists who are listed in the Teaching Artists Roster. This 5-day residency model brings artists of excellence into Iowa’s schools and communities to provide students an in-depth experience with artists. They provide students the environment to develop critical thinking skills, help build confidence and self-awareness, share their ideas with others, and be involved in the creative process. If you are interested in applying for an AISC grant – please review the program information.

• Applicants to the EZ 1-2-3 Arts in Education grant program are also required to work with artists from the Teaching Artists Roster. These smaller grants do not require use of the full residency model, but are designed to support in-classroom learning experiences for students. If you are interested in information on EZ 1-2-3 Arts in Education grants – please review the program information here.

How do I select an artist?
It’s easier than you think! Visit the Iowa Artist Directory and select “Search by Publication” then select “Teaching Artist Roster” to review artists who are pre-qualified to conduct residencies and arts education projects and programs. Second, visit their roster page, which profiles their residencies, their artistic work and background, residency preferences and needs, availability, and how to contact them.

How do I schedule an artist?
Contact the artists or their agent(s) to determine their availability, fees and expenses. Artists will work with you to plan a residency, project or program that meets your needs and budget.

Will the Iowa Arts Council recommend an artist for our residency or arts-in-education project?
No. The responsibility of identifying and selecting an artist is your responsibility. All AISC Residencies must involve an artist or performing group represented in this roster.

Who should I contact to schedule an artist?
The contact information for each artist is listed on their roster page. They are responsible for maintaining accurate contact information on this roster.

Where can I obtain more information about artists in the Teaching Artist Roster?
In most instances, artists will provide you additional information about themselves, work samples, bio or resume, and information, materials, needs and requirements regarding their residencies.

I’m an artist who is interested in conducting Artists residencies in Iowa. How do I apply to be on the roster?
The annual application deadline is April 1. Click here to access the:

Application Guidelines (pdf)

Application Form (pdf)

Application Form (Word)

Discipline Codes (pdf)

Type Codes (pdf)