The Arts Alliance of Yamhill County in partnership with Recology Western Oregon invites artists to apply for the 2026 Artist in Residence program.

This unique opportunity supports artists interested in working with reclaimed and discarded materials. Selected artists will have access to the Recology facility to source materials and develop work that explores sustainability, reuse, and creative innovation.

Residency Overview

• Residency period: June through September 2026
  
• Location: Recology Western Oregon Transfer Station, McMinnville
  
• Culminating public exhibition: October 2026
  
• Opportunity to showcase and sell completed work
  

What Selected Artists Receive

• Access to reclaimed materials from the facility
  
• Dedicated time and space to create new work
  
• Public exhibition and community visibility
  
• Promotion through AAYC channels
  
• One year membership with AAYC
  
• Artist Spotlight feature on the AAYC website
  

Who Should Apply

• Artists working in any medium who are open to using repurposed materials
  
• Emerging and established artists are encouraged to apply
  
• Artists interested in environmental themes, storytelling, and community engagement
  

How to Apply
Applications opened in February 2026. Details and application link https://aaycor.org/air-recycled-art.

Our Goal
This program is designed to inspire creativity, reduce waste through artistic reuse, and connect the community to the value of art in everyday materials.