Artist Village was founded by a group of professional artists and arts educators who thoroughly understand the value of your work, skills, and time as an artist. Our primary funding source, currently, consists of grants and private donors. Though we would love to, we are unable to compensate actors at a level which recognizes the value of their talent, training, or time in the way a fully professional company might. Compensation ranges from Guest Artist to a simple gas stipend. Contract terms are negotiated individually based on position.