DhyanYoga offers programs which integrate learning, creative growth, celebration and inner exploration. The Artists-in-Residence program at the center provides a unique opportunity for creative individuals to develop their artistic journey in a spiritual atmosphere, in close communion with nature. Offered for a period of up to 2 months. The artist will be given accommodations at the center, prepared vegetarian meals, and access to all other facilities at DhyanYoga. The residency period can begin on any date convenient to the artist.

In exchange, the artist will provide help with events and possibly look to host events to share their art with others. 

Greater Washington DC metro area offers dynamic opportunities for cultural and artistic engagements, and artists can chose from a wide variety of excursions within the area. The multi-layered and vibrant culture of the city leaves artists inspired to explore color, form and express in new ways!!

Contact us directly for more information or for clarification. 

• Eligibility: All artists above the age of 18 years are eligible to apply.

• Duration: Up to 60day (can be extended mutually).

• Fellowships: The artists’ subsidized contribution towards the program is US $ 300 per month per person, inclusive of accommodation/facilities/classes charges and all vegetarian meals. The contributions towards the program could be waived off if artist is contributing enough in form of his art workshop/concerts/classes/events at DhyanYoga.

• Applications: Contact us directly through email or phone to further inquire about application. We welcome artists from all creative disciplines including, but not limited to, the following areas:

  • • Visual Arts: Painting, drawing, illustration, studio ceramics, sculpture, photography, landscape art, fiber and textile arts, installation art, public art, conceptual art and so on.
  • • Performing Arts: Acting, dancing, music, direction, choreography, puppetry, clowning and miming.
  • • Healing Art: Yoga, meditation, massage, ayurveda and other rejuvenation therapies like reiki, shiatsu, reflexology and so on.
  • • Design: Applied and theoretical design projects in the field of graphic design; architecture; furniture and interior design; textile, fashion, accessory and jewelry design; product design; space design and narratives.