Photo submitted to the Times Observer Warren Bensken, the Allegheny National Forest's first artist-in-residence, shows his centennial-themed print at the demonstration program held at Laughing Owl Press in Kane.

The Allegheny National Forest is accepting applications for the forest’s 2026 Artist-in-Residence Program. Applications for the summer and fall residencies will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, May 10.

The Artist-in-Residence Program provides artists of all mediums the opportunity to pursue their craft outside of their normal environments. The three-week program immerses chosen applicants into the natural setting of Allegheny National Forest to inspire their works.

Artists will receive three weeks of free housing, a stipend, field trips with Forest Service staff, and networking opportunities with local arts organizations. Artists of all experience levels and mediums are encouraged to apply.

For more information email Jen Danko, Artist-in-Residence Program coordinator, at jen.danko@usda.gov or call 814-363-6017.