Residency Proposal: Hood Century x Walker Art Center

Co-developed a research-driven residency proposal for Hood Century and the Walker Art Center in Minnesota, leading scope definition, deliverables, visual moodboards, and initial event concepts focused on architecture, archives, and community engagement.

Context

Hood Century (@hoodmidcenturymodern) partnered with Hood Century as the first artist residency with the Walker Art Center, exploring the intersection of mid-century architecture, community archives, and cultural preservation in Minnesota. This project required translating complex archival research and community engagement goals into a compelling proposal.

Role & Responsibilities

• •Residency Proposal Co-Development
• •Scope Definition & Deliverables Planning
• •Visual Moodboard Creation
• •Event Concept Design
• •Community Engagement Strategy
• •Archival Research Support

Project Gallery

Event Visual

Promotional Materials

Instagram Reel

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Instagram Reel - Residency Promo

Thematic Event Promo Short

Process

The development process began with extensive research into the Twin Cities historical infrustructure and reviewing archives, along with evaluating relevant projects that alligned and the Walker Art Center's institutional priorities to benchmark success and provide historical precedent. I collaborated closely with the Hood Century team to define the residency scope, identifying key deliverables that would balance academic rigor with community accessibility. Visual moodboards were created to articulate the aesthetic and conceptual direction, drawing from architectural photography, drawings, and documentation, especially prominant mid-century and black modernist sites around the Twin Cities, archival materials, and contemporary design language. Event concepts were developed to activate the residency through public programming, workshops, and exhibitions focused on making architecture and archives accessible to diverse audiences.

Outcome

The residency proposal successfully articulated a clear vision for the project, and the residency is currently ongoing at the Walker Art Center. The project demonstrates the potential for cultural institutions to partner with independent researchers and community archivists in preserving and celebrating architectural heritage. Limited work samples are shown here as the residency continues to develop.