Studios Inc. Alum Harold Smith Enjoys Escape to Create

Studios Inc. alum Harold Smith is currently enjoying the Escape to Create Residency in Northwest Florida. When speaking about the residency, Harold States, “This is my third residency and my most enjoyable, probably because I was still dealing with significant anxiety disorder while at the other two. I completed series at the other two from start to finish but here I am taking more time to just relax, chill, not rush, take more walks, enjoy more time in the sun.”

Founded by Karen Holland and Marsha Dowler, the residency allows space to foster the creation of work that transforms, teaches, and inspires, provides an environment that supports our artists’ creative goals, and advances the role of artists in community life. With the help of Marsha Dowler, Karen and her started the residency fueled by their love of the arts. Both board members of the Seaside Institute, the two of them, started the nonprofit and opened its cottage doors to artists from across the country. While in residence, the group convenes each week to share their creations over dinner. Among Karen and Marsha, the rest of the board members are Elizabeth Burress, Cathy Toole, and Sue Trucksess.

Attached are photos taken by the artist Harold Smith during his residency.

The application for the next round of residents closes July 31st, 2026. You can learn more about Escape to Create here