Call for Artists:
A Fall Residency at One River Zen

One River Zen is pleased to announce an open call for submissions to our upcoming Fall Artist Residency, offered in proud partnership with the Arts of Starved Rock Country Fund.

This eight-week, non-residential residency invites artists of all disciplines to explore the intersection of contemplative practice and creative expression. Located in Ottawa, Illinois—near the confluence of the Fox and Illinois Rivers—One River Zen is a Sōtō Zen Buddhist community rooted in traditional practice and committed to contemporary engagement.

Artists selected for the residency will have the opportunity to deepen their creative work through meditation, connect with our sangha (spiritual community), and contribute to building meaningful bridges between the temple and the wider Ottawa community. The program includes a public presentation and a closing reception to showcase the artist’s work.

Special consideration will be given to applicants interested in enhancing their artistic practice through contemplative experience and community connection.

For more information or to submit your application, please contact René Parks Wendinger at rene@srccf.org.