When you donate to La Muse, then moving forward our goal is to have every artist come on retreat for free.
Unfortunately we cannot do this alone. Already, La Muse has given exhibitions of local artists’ work as well as residents. We donate fellowships to the writing departments of the University of Iowa and the University of Wisconsin in the United States as well as donate a Wildcard Fellowship that anyone anywhere can apply for.
The Eielson-Fannings have done the above out of their own pocket. Out of loyalty to their mission, the owners politely refuse inquiries by parties who are looking for short-term touristic visits which would earn them a lot more money than a stay of a creative nature. The Eielson-Fannings would love to do so much more, but again their operating costs will not allow this to happen just yet, but with your help, or your foundation’s help they can make it happen soon!
In the interim La Muse’s mission is to keep La Muse accessible to both emerging and established artists and writers and to provide for them a space in which they feel inspired and focused on their work. Because La Muse is not supported (at present) by any foundations or grants, it cannot afford to offer more than a few residencies a year as well as a barter opportunity most months.
The Eielson-Fannings hope to broaden the residency program through what individuals and organizations donate
Ware truly grateful for all your generous contributions to date. A lot of very grateful artists and writers are too.
If you are a former Muser or a friend to the arts (either an individual or part of an organization) please donate to La Muse so that other creative individuals can avail of the gift you give, to take valuable time away to concentrate on their work.
Please contact us with any questions you might have about starting a fellowship, residency program or sending an artist to La Muse by filling out this form.
Thank you!