"The third edition of this widely praised directory provides a comprehensive index of more than 300 residency programs worldwide, along with profiles and photographs of ninety-five leading artists' communities in the United States." "Also included are charts specifically designed to help artists find the best residency program for their creative and personal needs, based on such factors as artistic discipline, region, admission deadlines, residency season, fees and stipends, and accessibility for artists with disabilities. Artists Communities is the definitive guide to communal opportunities for all creative individuals - from visual and performing artists to filmmakers, composers, and writers."--BOOK JACKET