Thank you for this. Rejections are already hard to swallow, so I try not to get my hopes up too much. Good to know there is a silver lining in this case.
Just got a rejection from Guttenberg Arts. Can never tell if the "we strongly suggest you apply again" or "we look forward to seeing your next application" are serious or just obligatory.
For MacDowell the whole - apply only once every 2 years part always makes me apprehensive. I just know I will make my best work right after I submit that application.
Congrats on Atlantic! I'm waiting on Guttenberg, Marie Sharpe Walsh, 23 Days at Sea, Chinati, and just found out I got a scholarship for Anderson Ranch.
I applied with images. I've seen a massive spike in my website views, but that could be from other residency applications. Here's to hoping though! Gato04 did you do photos or videos?
Longtime lurker here - and just wanted to wish you all the best of luck! I will be a first time applicant in the Fall and I feel like I have learned so much reading about the process for all of you.
Also, if anyone has any knowledge or opinions about Anderson Ranch - I'd love to hear them. I recently was rejected for the Residency program, but offered the President's Scholarship for workshops and not sure if that's really a worthwhile option.