Artist Opportunities featured on Instagram
Each week, we gather a collection of opportunities posted on ArtConnect that we think deserve more attention.
March 09 - 16
The Creative Capital Award provides unrestricted project grants of $15,000 up to $50,000 to individual artists to create new work. CC’s new State of the Art Prize will provide unrestricted grants of $10,000 to one artist in every US state and territory through 2027! Artists who receive funding also have access to professional development support, industry connections and community-building opportunities.
Artadia is providing unrestricted grants of $15,000 to NYC-based contemporary artists! In addition to funding, artists benefit from a variety of networking opportunities and a dedicated webpage on Artadia’s artist registry. Also nice to know: finalists receive an honorarium for their time and labor during the application process.
The Grantham Foundation’s 12-month residency explores environmental and Anthropocene themes in Centre-du-Québec. The program includes a four-week research stay, school presentations, and the possibility of a solo exhibition, publication, and public programs. Artists receive a CA$10,000 living allowance, educational and production funding, accommodation and workspace at the Foundation, plus logistical support for exhibition funding and up to CA$500 toward travel for artists living more than 500 km away.
The 2026 Onishi Art Festival will transform a former Fujioka sake brewery into an immersive exhibition experience with an ambiance of mystery through sound installations, meditative moments and culinary retreats. Up to five artists will be invited to stay in town free of charge for the days surrounding the opening, and those presenting original artwork will receive a participation fee.
The Marta Hoepffner Prize for Photography recognizes contemporary black and white photography from up-and-coming artists. The winning artist will be awarded €3,000 and exhibited alongside a curated selection of other works at the Hofheim am Taunus City Museum in Germany.
Anonymous Was A Woman provides environmental art grants up to $20,000 for projects led by women, transgender and gender-nonconforming artists in the US. More than $470,000 will be awarded to artists in 2026!
The Delfina Foundation invites applications from Latin American and Caribbean artists and those from diasporic communities in the US for a fully funded 12-week residency in London. Residents receive accommodation, airfare and local transit, a £1,200 materials budget, £40 per diem, and plenty of guided visits to museums and galleries, networking opportunities and collaborative exchanges.
The Theodor Körner Prize is endowed with €5,000 and awarded via direct funding for the prize winners to use at their unrestricted disposal. The prize money is paid in two installments: the first (€3,000) after the prize has been awarded, and the second (€2,000) after the documented completion of the project.
March 03 - 08
Observatoire de l'Espace invites visual artists to imagine new codes of conduct for life in space. Selected works will be exhibited in Paris and added to the Observatory’s permanent collection. Artists receive a €4,000 production budget, divided as follows: design and production (€2,000) and acquisition of the final piece (€2,000).
Skopje European Capital of Culture 2028 is calling for original, non-commercial cultural and artistic projects to become an integral part of the official Skopje 2028 programme, implemented across the North Macedonian city and its ten municipalities, in both institutional and public spaces. Project duration may span months or years (2026–2028)!
This year’s Giga Photo Award invites photographers to document how digital connection is lived, relied upon, and sustained in everyday life, particularly in fragile, crisis‑affected, and rapidly changing contexts. Winning images will be showcased in an exhibition in Geneva and receive up to $3,000 in cash awards, a photobook, and gear.
The Elizabeth Kostova Foundation invites applications for the fourth edition of Women in the Mountains, a residency for women writers from Bulgaria and other countries in Europe, to spend time amid the green and tranquil mountain town of Chepelare, Bulgaria. EFK provides accommodation and board, and covers all travel expenses-including for a few mountain hikes.
The Innovate Grant awards two $1,800 grants each quarter - one to a visual artist, and another to a photographer. All media and disciplines are accepted, but the next open call for funding closes soon!
February 23 - March 02
The Galveston Artist Residency is a fully funded residency in Texas providing artists with 10 months of unencumbered studio time to dive deep into their work, with a group exhibition at the end of their stay. Artists receive a studio apartment (all bills paid), 24hr studio space, a $1,400 monthly stipend, and $500 for travel.
Artists can now apply to the Yukon Art Centre’s Kluane National Park Artist Residency in Canada’s southwest Yukon. The two-week residency includes accommodation, meals, and a $3,000 CAD honorarium. Nice to know: KLRS is an off-grid facility powered mainly by solar energy!
ReA Arte is inviting artists to participate in the next edition of ReA! Art Fair in Milan. Selected artists will be exhibited in an international curatorial project designed specifically for the event with all sales proceeds going to the artists. Participants also have access to the selection process for awards in collaboration with partner institutions, which in previous years have included financial support, residencies and exhibition opportunities.
Arab Fund for Arts and Culture
The Arab Fund for Arts and Culture (AFAC) Visual Arts Grant supports the production and exhibition of a wide range of media. Grants of up to $20,000 are provided to individuals annually, and up to $35,000 for collectives.
The Center of Gravity at the Niels Bohr Institute seeks bold, original and ambitious proposals for art-science projects that engage with themes like black holes, gravitational waves, and the concept of time. The three-month residency in Copenhagen includes accommodation, travel, and a production stipend.
Visual artists in the early stages of their careers are invited to apply for the RISE by Henley Festival Emerging Artist Prize. Winners take home a £500-£1,000 prize and are exhibited during the 2026 Henley Festival. Other perks for participating include up to £300 for transporting work and commission-free sales.
The Hyundai Artlab Editorial Fellowship is open to art writers around the world. Fellows receive $10,000 to produce three pieces of writing every other month for Artlab Editorial through the end of 2026 and will be paired with one of this year’s Fellowship Advisors for regular one-on-one guidance and mentorship throughout the program.
February 16 - 22
Registration is still open for the Estonian Academy of Arts’ international Masters and Doctoral programmes! If you missed the online info sessions, you can find your future MA/PhD programme on EKA’s website to learn more. For those ready to apply, be sure to take note of differing deadlines: March 02 for MA programmes; March 31 for PhD.
Artadia seeks to provide unrestricted grants of $15,000 to Chicago-based contemporary artists! In addition to funding, artists benefit from a variety of networking opportunities and a dedicated webpage on Artadia’s artist registry. Nice to know: finalists receive an honorarium for their time and labor during the application process.
Centre for British Photography
The Centre for British Photography has announced the third year of its grants programme supporting photographers across Britain. Artists can apply for up to £4,000 in funding to complete a project within one year.
The Spector Craft Prize for Emerging Artists supports artists whose work demonstrates a deep engagement with American craft and culture. Each year up to 5 artists are awarded a $10,000 grant and have travel & accommodation costs covered to participate in the Spector Craft Conference and awards ceremony.
Gdańsk Dance Festival invites choreographers to take part in this year’s international solo dance contest, Klub Żak. In addition to a solo performance on the Klub ŻAK stage and €500-€5,000 in cash awards, participants receive accommodation, meals, and up to €180 for travel.
Busan International Comedy Festival
The Busan International Comedy Festival is looking for street performers to take part in this year’s festivities in South Korea! Selected performers receive round-trip airfare, accommodation and 100% of tip box earnings, as well as full production support and the chance to win the $1,000 “Best Street Performer” award.
Streamline Publishing invites visual artists (not just painters!) to take part in the next PleinAir Salon! Monthly competition winners can take home up to $600 USD, and category winners are then added to the pool of finalists for a chance to win a $15,000 grand prize. All winners receive a spread in PleinAir Magazine and the grand prize receives a cover feature.
February 09 - 15
An international open call for artists looking to develop new work through a focused residency in Japan! Artists receive a 540,000 JPY Stipend (≈$3,500) with a private studio and private housing.
This is an interesting one. The City of Pompano Beach (FL) is looking to commission an artist or team to design and fabricate a sculpture to be displayed at the beach for one year before being submerged in the ocean and attached to Lady Luck in Shipwreck Park (with the help of the South Florida Diving Team).
Tyler School of Art and Architecture
The Tyler School of Art and Architecture invites North American tribal citizens to take part in the Edgar Heap of Birds Family Residency in Philadelphia, PA. The residency includes a $1,500 materials budget, $3,500 monthly stipend, a solo exhibition, and access to Temple University’s 4,000,000-volume library.
The Media Art Xploration fellowship is a creative laboratory for artists and an opportunity to incubate both new and existing works. In addition to direct funding ($5,000-7,000) and tailored production support, fellows get access to physical production spaces and technical infrastructure needed to realize ambitious projects.
Curators & artists with an exhibition idea, take note: apexart has increased its exhibition budget to $10,000! Apexart covers insurance costs, advertising, documentation (NYC exhibitions only), and the design/printing/mailing of exhibition brochures. For exhibitions outside NYC, apexart can match up to $1,000 for a location rental.
Teatroskop invites artists to submit their proposals for initiatives that bring artists and audiences together through contemporary performance art. Selected projects may receive up to €6,000 (up to 50% of total project budget) to realise projects that decentralize artistic activity beyond capital cities and actively strengthen regional connections between France and Southeast Europe.
February 02 - 08
The Hasselblad Masters competition is now open for submissions! Seven category winners will receive a Hasselblad X2D II 100C camera, 2 XCD lenses of their choice, and a €5,000 cash prize. Winners will also collaborate with Hasselblad to create new work for the Hasselblad Masters Photography Book, with selected photographs showcased across Hasselblad’s global channels.
The Shed in NYC is now accepting proposals for artistic projects to be produced and presented over the next two years. The Shed will support selected projects with a commissioning fee of up to $15,000 of producing stewardship per artist or collective as well as in-kind financial, artistic, and production support.
University of British Columbia
The FCCS Woodhaven AiR Program invites applications for funded 2-4-week summertime stays at the Woodhaven Eco Culture Centre in British Columbia. The residency provides $5,000 CAD in funding, private accommodation, and full use of a dedicated studio space on the property.
Franklin Furnace awards annual FUND grants to early career artists to enable the production of major performance artworks in NYC. FUND grants range between $2,000 and $10,000!
Gallery of Naïve Artists Trebnje
Artists are invited to participate in the International Meeting of Naïve Artists Trebnje, a multi-day gathering and creative event for artists in Slovenia. Selected artists receive €2,000 in financial support and the opportunity to have a solo exhibition at the Gallery of Naïve Artists Trebnje. Participants also receive free accommodation and meals, travel support, and basic materials for the duration of the event.
Forecast’s international mentorship program promotes a deep transdisciplinary exchange and extending professional networks. Through a two-tiered selection process, mentors nominate 3 artists each and invite them to present their ideas at Radialsystem in Berlin. All nominees receive an artist fee, and Forecast covers travel and accommodation for the trip. From there, 6 mentees will receive a production budget, artist fee, and several months to produce their project!
The Mandel Cultural Leadership Program is a two-year fellowship designed to support artists in honing their visions for creative and social impact while developing their capacity as agents of change. The fellowship provides a $40,000 stipend over 2 years, which includes an intensive curriculum of five in-person seminars, bi-monthly virtual meetings, and an individualized course plan to develop skills and knowledge.
January 25 - February 01
The un-realized Art Prize supports visual arts projects that have not yet been implemented (i.e. those that have not yet been presented or published). The jury compiles a shortlist of five projects, from which four are then awarded CHF 3,000 for the idea, and one receives the main prize of CHF 20,000 for the idea and its implementation within six months.
Gyeonggi Museum of Contemporary Ceramic Art (G.Mocca)
The Gyeonggi Museum of Contemporary Ceramic Art invites artists from around the world to participate in the 2026 Gyeonggi Ceramics Biennale! Selected artists will take part in a group exhibition in Gyeonggi, South Korea during the Biennale and will have their work published in the corresponding exhibition catalogue. Also nice: cash awards for category winners.
Delfina Foundation is inviting applications from Taiwanese for a fully funded 12-week residency in London! Selected artists receive accommodation, airfare and local transportation, a £800 materials budget, £35 per diem, and plenty of guided visits to museums and galleries, networking opportunities and collaborative exchanges.
Arts Council Ireland’s Bursary Award provides artists with financial support to allow artists to utilize the time and resources they need to think, research, reflect and deeply engage with their artistic practice. The maximum award is €20,000.
In 2027 circusnext will support emerging artists in the circus sector through four Seedling Labs, or creation residencies, with Positive Force (Split), Sarabanda (Genoa), l’Espace Périphérique (Paris), and Cirko (Helsinki). Artists selected for creation residencies receive transport and accommodation, as well as €3,000 to €5,000 in support, touring/training opportunities and more!
January 19 - 25
The National Portrait Gallery invites photographers across Australia to submit entries in the final iteration of the National Photographic Portrait Prize. The winner receives a $30,000 cash prize and $20,000 worth of equipment, while two other category winners take home $3,000. All finalists (👀) receive $2,900 in support, a domestic travel allowance and accommodation in Canberra for the night of the exhibition opening, plus return freight organized by the Gallery.
Sound artists, this one’s for you! 7artscafe will award one artist (or ensembles up to 4!) with a $10,000 residency grant for a one-month stay in Yokohama, Japan. Artists will participate in at least four free public events, regular residency documentation, and a final concert or sound installation at 7artscafe.
In September, Kapish will host a month-long program exploring the blurry boundaries between sex work, gendered labor, care, and artistic practice that will be structured around an exhibition, one or more performance nights, a workshop day and a film screening. In addition to this being a paid opportunity for artists, there is also revenue sharing from ticket sales.
La Maison Flottante is a floating workshop residence encouraging mobility through a decentralized movement and adventurous dynamic. Two artists will take part in a one-month springboard residency on this flat-bottomed boat moored along the banks of the Seine in Poses, Normandy. Support includes a €2,000 grant, €1,000 for production, €100 for transport and €150 remuneration for public time. A mezzanine bedroom is also available for temporary collaborators or family.
The Maison Perrier Art Prize is a new international prize for graphic designers around the world. The winning artist receives €40,000, a 6-week artist residency at Maison Perrier’s mentor art space in Accra, Ghana, and the production of a limited edition design on Maison Perrier packaging.
Bushwick Gallery invites artists to apply for the upcoming “Soft Shadows –Where Light Meets Quiet Transformation” group exhibition in NYC. In addition to shared exhibition space, Bushwick Gallery also covers exhibition/artist promotion, insurance coverage, and professional photography of the opening night.
The Image Centre provides a variety of photography research fellowships throughout the year. In 2026, there will be five! Fellowships include a $2,500 - $10,000 (CAD) stipend to offset travel and accommodation expenses while exploring the Image Center or TMU Archives and Special Collections in Toronto.
January 12 - 18
NXTHVN invites artists to New Haven, CT for a 10-month mentored fellowship culminating in an exhibition in a prominent gallery space. NXTHVN provides a stipend, subsidized housing and 24-hour workspace, plus monthly professional development sessions and the opportunity to design and participate in artist-led projects and public programming.
Registration is now open for the Estonian Academy of Arts’ international Masters and Doctoral programmes! Online info sessions take place through February 11 - find your future MA/PhD programme and attend the corresponding info session to learn more. For those ready to apply, be sure to take note of differing deadlines: March 02 for MA programmes; March 31 for PhD.
Bader + Simon Gallery awards the Empowerment Grant to emerging and underrepresented artistic voices. Selected artists receive a one-time stipend of $7,500 and take part in an exhibition at the Gallery, for which travel and accommodation are provided for the artist to attend.
Medienfrische invites artists to take part in the upcoming “Walk to Stay” residency in one of the most remote valleys of Austria. Accommodation and meals are provided, as well as workspace, exhibition venues and film screenings, and some travel support!
Are you an artist seeking funding for an art-science project in the works? The European Marine Board provides €10,000 grants for creative individuals/groups from a wide-range of disciplines to engage in a two-way co-creation of artwork in collaboration with ocean scientists!
Streamline Publishing invites visual artists (not just painters!) to take part in the next PleinAir Salon. Monthly competition winners can take home up to $600 USD, and category winners are then added to the pool of finalists for a chance to win a $15,000 grand prize. All winners receive a spread in PleinAir Magazine and the grand prize receives a cover feature.
January 05 - 11
Forge Project is seeking a cohort of six Indigenous artists representing a broad diversity of cultural practices and geographical contexts to take part in a fellowship program honoring Indigenous pasts and building Native futures. Fellows receive $25,000 and full access to the Forge Project site, libraries and lending collection of living Indigenous artists, and the opportunity to present their work to both local and online audiences. Forge covers round-trip travel, local transportation, accommodation, two daily weekday meals, and a per diem for the rest.
Riso Pop invites artists to explore the theme of Fire Horse through illustration or design. Selected artwork will become part of a collaborative Riso-printed zine (available for sale) and be exhibited during Riso Pop’s Open Studio Weekend in Amsterdam. Selected submissions will also be included in a special open call poster celebrating everyone who took part.
Toma House AIR is inviting artists to take part in a four-week immersive Kintsugi (lacquer art) Residency in Japan. Artists will learn how to plan and carry out traditional urushi-based kintsugi repairs and apply maki-e decorative techniques in their own kintsugi practices. Artists receive a professional kintsugi kit and handbook, as well as accommodation for the duration of their stay.
The Canadian Clay & Glass Gallery’s Winifred Shantz Award for Ceramics helps early-career ceramic artists undertake a period of independent research. One winner will receive $10,000 and inclusion in a group exhibition (with travel and accommodation provided). One runner-up will take home $5,000, and three finalists will receive $1,000.
The Artists Association of Nantucket
The Artists Association of Nantucket’s Environmental Artist Residency supports artists whose work engages with ecological issues in creating new work informed by the island’s own climate-related challenges. Selected artists receive accommodation and private studio space, $500 for travel, and a $3,000 artist stipend. The residency culminates with an exhibition at the Association’s Champion Gallery.
Skateholders is a unique residency combining the worlds of skateboarding and installation art charged with activating the public space and community within the Czech Republic’s south Bohemian region. Skateboarders, architects and local practitioners will collaborate to expand skateboarding infrastructure in the city through small-scale interventions (iykyk!). The five-week programme includes accommodation and travel, plus a €1,000 materials budget and €1,000 artist stipend.
December 29- January 04
ArtFlow Studio’s biannual ArtFlow Prize supports emerging artists by offering international exposure, collaboration opportunities, exhibition space, and cross-cultural dialogue. Prizes up for grabs include a JustArt Newspaper feature, multiple exhibition opportunities, and a £200 cash prize.
Artists from Canada are invited to apply for a fully funded 11-week residency in London in 2026. Gasworks covers flight costs, visa fees, accommodation, a weekly £175 stipend, up to £800 for materials, a prepaid travel card for unlimited transport in central London, and more.
Nordic Culture Point’s Nordic-Baltic Mobility Funding Programme strengthens artistic and cultural cooperation in the Nordic Region and Baltic countries. Mobility funding applies to travel and/or stays of up to 14 days - think collaborating with colleagues in another Nordic and/or Baltic country, taking part in an exhibition or workshop, or embarking on a research trip.
ADAGP awards three creation grants to support the production of an original graphic work using the processes of intaglio, woodblock, linoleum, lithography, screen printing or risography as part of a project. The jury will select 3 winning artists, and each will receive a grant of €6,000.
Kresge Arts Detroit offers year-long artist fellowships with a $50,000 no-strings-attached award for emerging and established artists based in the tri-county area (Macomb, Oakland, or Wayne) of Detroit. A wide range of disciplines will be accepted!
The Middlebrook Prize is awarded annually to an emerging Canadian curator under 30. The winner of the prize receives a $5,000 honorarium, as well as mentorship throughout the development of a funded exhibition at the Art Gallery of Guelph.
December 22- 28
The KÖR is tasked with animating the public space of the city of Vienna with permanent and temporary artistic projects. The grant program operates on a rolling basis, deadlining three times a year. Artists in Vienna, take note! Variable funding options, with a one-stage process for projects requesting up to €10,000, and a two-stage process for those exceeding €10K up to €100,000.
Fogo Island Arts will invite a Canadian curator to work on Fogo Island for six weeks near the end of 2026. Fogo Island Arts will cover the selected candidate’s roundtrip travel, accommodation in a heritage house and the use of a vehicle for on-island transportation. The candidate will also receive a weekly honorarium for food and incidentals.
The Alternative Narrative Creative Collaboration Grant is part of the British Council’s Malaysia program highlighting creative responses to climate adaptation. Three £20,000 project grants are available for collaborations between UK and Malaysian artists working at the intersection of art and science!
Sodas 2123’s Resistance Song Residency offers a three-month stay in Vilnius, Lithuania to explore how singing functions as an act of resistance and the role of song and sound in collective resilience and cultural expression. Artists receive a €2,400 residency grant and €250 toward travel, and €300 to cover materials/production expenses. Residents stay in a repurposed school building in a friendly neighborhood just 15 minutes from Vilnius Old Town.
Brea Gallery invites local artists to take part in the annual “Made in California” juried exhibition. Among those selected to take part in a group exhibition in Brea, California, one artist will be awarded a solo exhibition space within the larger exhibition space, fully equipped with a separate title wall and show promotion. Artists can also win a range of cash prizes, from $100 to $750.
The Asian American Arts Alliance will support a minimum of 15 artists undertaking projects that benefit communities in NYC’s Chinatown, Manhattan or Flushing, Queens; support Palestinian creators and communities; and/or strengthen AAPI and cross-cultural solidarities. Artists receive $1,500 and regular engagement with the Arts Alliance throughout the 4-month project implementation period.
The Homiens Art Prize is an international award open to artists from any country working in any medium. This round, three winners will receive a $1,000 cash prize and take part in a group exhibition as part of Homien’s seasonal programming. Winners also have the opportunity to take part in an artist interview and request a letter of recommendation for future opportunities and networking.
December 15- 21
Bronx Arts’ BRIO (Bronx Recognizes Its Own) Award supports individual artists living and working in NYC’s Bronx borough with one-time grants of $5,000. In addition to the funding, artists take part in a public engagement activity known as Artists for Community Enrichment (ACE) and receive additional visibility throughout NYC.
Revolú Gallery invites artists to Mexico City for six weeks for a high-impact residency culminating in a two-week gallery exhibition. The residency offers an art studio, shared housing, and a $500 materials stipend, plus daily breakfasts and reimbursement for airfare. Other perks include museum access, publicity and gallery support, mentorship, and the choice between a public exhibition or public presentation.
The Arthena Foundation offers grants for artists living in or originally from Germany who are financing an upcoming artbook publication with a planned run of at least 100 copies. The prize can support up to 75% of publication costs, with a maximum amount of €10,000.
Toma House invites artists to Nara, Japan to pursue a deeper understanding of Hyogu (表具), the art of paper mounting and framing. In addition to the specialized space, tools, materials and guidance to explore hyogu, resident artists will have the choice between staying in an 18th century historic home or the newly renovated annex next door.
The New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) invites artists to propose works that can be publicly displayed outdoors at Abu Dhabi Art, NYUAD, and Um El Emarat Park, Abu Dhabi. The winning artist will receive a $10,000 production grant and be exhibited in November 2026.
The Art of Progress Prize is a global open call for the next generation of artists whose work fuses multi-sensory artistic practices with environmental consciousness. Of 10 finalists, 5 will be invited to exhibit at dsm-firmenich’s Swiss headquarters. The grand prize winner will take home a €15,000 grant and receive a year-long mentorship with the opportunity to collaborate further.
Center for Creative Photography
The Center for Creative Photography promotes new knowledge of photography, photographic history and photographic theory through eight specialized research fellowships covering a wide range of interdisciplinary projects. Funding starts at $2,500 and maxes out at $5,000.
December 08- 14
The Post Wave Publishing Prize for Illustration is now open to illustrators based anywhere in the world! The winning entry under the theme of “Time for Tea” will receive a £3,000 cash prize and be considered for publication. They’ll also receive a fully funded trip (👀) to the Anxi County region of China, renowned for its folk and tea culture. Runners-up will win a portfolio review with one of the Post Wave Publishing art directors.
Letter Books announced the call for short fiction for an upcoming book titled, “Letters as Characters: An Anthology of Short Stories.” Each published author in the anthology will receive a $100 USD honorarium and an author’s copy of the book. If there’s any remaining balance after the book sells out and covers production expenses, it’ll be shared among the authors.
Next Chapter is the Creative Body Institute’s week-long creative writing retreat in the southwest of France designed for women writers 40+ looking to reignite their imagination and creative practice. Perks include accommodation, organic vegetarian meals daily and all-day snacks (nice), and a nurturing atmosphere and space set on 20 acres of woodland. Other perks include guided yoga classes, a sauna, outdoor pool, cozy writing library with tea and music, bicycles to borrow, easy access to hiking spots, and of course, structured feedback sessions and personalized 1-1 mentoring.
Open Sites has invited artists to take part in three outdoor exhibitions on either side of the Franco-Belgian border. Up to 8 artists/groups will receive production support of €1,600 per selected and completed project, as well as accommodation and two meals per weekday.
Autograph invites collage and photomontage artists with work that disrupts dominant narratives to take part in a digital artist exhibition. Selected artists will be featured online in a dedicated gallery on Autograph’s website, and will receive editorial support, promotion via newsletters and social media channels, and a £400 artist’s fee.
Active Art seeks 25 artists to showcase during the launch of the next version of the Active Art mobile app. Selected artists will be featured throughout the app during launch and can earn revenue from engagement, all while maintaining ownership of their IP.
December 01- 07
The PERSPEKTIVE fund facilitates the development of collaborative and transnational artistic initiatives between the German and French art scenes. PERSPEKTIVE provides up to 50% of the overall budget (max. 10,000€) for projects carried out collaboratively and presented in both countries.
The Conrad Whelan 42 Fellowship supports study and research during a twelve-month appointment. Fellows may propose a wide range of research subjects, including but not limited to artist migration, international exchange of art, trade in art materials, artistic identity and shared cultural heritage. Stipends range from 39,000€ to 45,000€, with an additional 5,000€ in support for travel and visa fees.
Artists can still apply for the next edition of Scythia, the International Biennial of Contemporary Textile & Fiber Art! Selected artists will take part in a group exhibition, fashion show and master-class in 2026 in Ivano-Frankivs’k, Ukraine. Exhibiting artists benefit from an international atmosphere of artists, designers and lecturers at the events.
Artists & Mothers provides $25,000 grants to artists with children under the age of three to be used for childcare expenses with a provider of their choice. Artists should identify as mothers, have a history of exhibition, and work primarily in the fields within contemporary and socially-engaged art within one of the five boroughs of New York City.
The Innovate Grant supports artists and photographers by awarding two $1,800 USD grants each quarter. The next open call for funding closes soon! All media and disciplines are accepted, and artists around the world can apply.
Maja Arte Contemporanea’s month-long residency takes place in Romazzano, a small village located about 8 km from Todi (Perugia), Italy. The residency, exclusively open to female visual artists, provides self-contained, fully furnished accommodation and a contribution of 1,000€ toward living expenses.
Media artists from around the world can now enter their work for consideration for the 2026 European Media Art Festival! Selected artists receive a 500€ installation stipend and a 25€ to 250€ screening fee. Artists are also invited to the Festival, which includes three nights hotel accommodation and a contribution to travel costs. Winners of the EMAF Award will each receive a 400€ prize.
November 24 - 30
The 2026 ACT International Festival for Emerging Performing Artists will take place in Bilbao and Barakald, Spain, and provide selected artists with accommodation, three daily meals and full passes to the festival event. The winner of the ACT Main Award Prize will receive 5,000€ for the production and presentation of a new project at the next edition of the Festival.
The IOMMa (Indian Ocean Music Market) invites musicians based in the Indian Ocean to apply for an opportunity to showcase at IOMMa 2026 in La Reunion Island. IOMMa covers accommodation, local transportation, evening meals, and a fee for selected bands.
The Morgan and Menil Drawing Institutes will award one research fellowship of 3-9 months to support independent projects on some aspect of the history, theory, interpretation, or cultural meaning of drawing throughout the history of art. Fellows receive $4,000-$5,100 per month, plus $1,500 for relocation expenses. The cost of one-way travel between New York and Houston at the mid-point of the fellowship will also be reimbursed. For foreign applicants, non-financial assistance with procuring a visa is provided.
The Teiger Foundation’s Hosting Grant provides support to US-based curators presenting a contemporary visual art exhibition or project originating elsewhere. Grants are awarded in two amounts: $50,000 and $75,000.
Al-Tiba9 Contemporary Art invites artists from around the world to submit their work to Al-Tiba9 Art Magazine Issue 20. Selected artists are featured across an up to six-page spread in the print and digital publication. Featured artists also receive international exposure at artist book fairs in Barcelona, Madrid and Lisbon.
Writers’ House Villa Kivi invites writers to take part in one of two writers’ residencies in the Linnunlaulu Villa Area of downtown Helsinki. Residencies are 2 weeks or one month in length and include accommodation, a writing desk and a view of Finland’s Töölönlahti Bay.
Olbrich Botanical Gardens invites proposals for temporary light-based installations for GLEAM 2026, a public art exhibition situated within a 16-acre Midwest landscape and 10,000-square-foot tropical conservatory in Madison, WI (US). The Gardens will consider installation budgets between $5,000 and $30,000!
November 17 - 23
Theo Moorman Trust for Weavers
The Theo Moorman Trust for Weavers supports young and experienced weavers alike with biennale grants ranging from £500 to £5,000. Whether it’s a sabbatical to reassess the nature of their work or the purchase of special equipment, selected artists will take part in a follow-up artist interview after six months and a final report after 12.
The G. & A. Mamidakis Foundation invites proposals for large-scale, site-specific outdoor installation art for this year’s Art Prize. The selected proposal is awarded €15,000, a return ticket to Crete, accommodation and meals. The Foundation covers transportation costs of the work, which will be presented to the public in the summer of 2026 and remain on permanent display at Minos Palace, in Agios Nikolaos, Crete.
Beam Center invites artists and designers to propose an ambitious, collaborative artwork to be built by over 100 youth and staff during its July 2026 camp session in New Hampshire (US). Selected proposals receive a $5,000 award and a $15,000 fabrication budget, with full access to Beam’s extensive workshops and facilities. Proposals should be bold, hands-on, and foster creativity, craftsmanship, and community!
The Sony Future FIlmmaker Awards celebrate independent filmmakers shaping the global cinematic landscape of tomorrow. Both shortlisted filmmakers and the category winners are flown to Los Angeles for an industry-immersive program, and the winners receive a $2,500-$5,000 cash prize.
The Material Works Art Award supports artists with one-time $2,500 grants in exchange for an original artwork joining the Chicago gallery’s growing contemporary art collection. Artists will be interviewed on their practice for an online feature and Material Works covers shipping costs for the final piece!
The Adirondack Experience will offer four artists a one-month residency in upstate New York during the 2026 open season. In addition to some quality time in the Museum’s Art Lab and the opportunity to peruse the collections with curatorial staff, residents receive accommodation, a $5,000 stipend, and $500 for travel.
November 10 - 16
Boomer Gallery invites visual artists to display their work in central London during “Transcendence,” the gallery’s upcoming group exhibition series exploring the artist’s inner world. Participating artists receive administrative and graphic design services throughout the exhibition, plus a hosted opening event with refreshments and printed exhibition ephemera.
The Bernheim Artist-in-Residence Program invites regional artists to take part in the next 8-week forest residency in Clermont, Kentucky. Residents receive furnished cabin accommodation (with Wi-Fi), studio space set on the edge of a 35-acre lake, a $2,500 stipend and numerous enriching activities and educational opportunities during their stay.
Art Senses is a mentorship programme for sensory artists! For the debut “Sensing the Invisible” edition, the winning Artist of the Year will receive €10,000, up to 6 months tailored remote mentorship, international visibility online, the opportunity to present their work at Therme Art partner venues, and the chance to realise the project as a permanent site-specific artwork with Therme Art. Three shortlisted artists will take home €1,000!
The Golden Fleece Award supports contemporary visual artists from and/or in Ireland who are at critical junctions in their careers. In 2026, two Awards of €10,000 will be made - one in each of the two categories: Visual Art and Craft + Applied Art!
Bushwick Gallery is inviting artists whose work “Doesn’t Play Well with Others” to take part in a one-night solo exhibition in Brooklyn, NYC. In addition to the solo exhibition space, the Gallery will cover event promotion, PR and professional documentation of the evening.
Delfina Foundation has invited applications from artists based in Latin America and the Caribbean for a fully funded three-month residency in London! Selected artists receive accommodation, airfare and location transportation, a £1000 materials budget and living allowance of £40 per day.
un/fund invites visual artists to submit applications for one of four unique opportunities: a fully-funded 4-week residency in Florence, Italy, an art book publishing deal, a year-long mentorship award and €10,000 in funding for the proposed project.
November 03 - 09
The Rothko Museum invites artists to apply for the 2026 International CERAMIC LABORATORY Symposium in Daugavpils, Latvia. 10 artists will be chosen to take part in two exhibitions and receive accommodation, catering, studio space and a variety of recreation opportunities within the local art and cultural environment.
ec(h)oing is TRES' fully funded one-year commission for research-based artists from the Global South. Selected participants receive a monthly research stipend for 12 months, a production budget of €8.400, accommodation at a chosen university for a three-month residency, and support to travel to and stay in Bangkok for a separate two-week residency.
Kelowna Art Gallery is accepting proposals for a site-specific installation at the Glass Gallery, a unique exhibition space showcasing artists from across British Columbia. Exhibiting artists receive royalties, which comes to about $686 for the first three months and $172 for each additional month. Exhibitions generally run for about six months.
Mophradat’s New Agents open call will select 6 artists whose practices engage with the Arab world to participate in a 6-weekend-long online seminar, halved by a one-week retreat to collaborate on planning a public event taking place later that year. Mophradat provides a $6,000 participation stipend and gives curatorial input through regular group conversations regarding the eventual public event.
The Asian Cultural Council’s Individual Fellowship offers an opportunity for artists, scholars, and arts professionals in Asia and the United States to pursue research and a self-directed cultural exchange experience in another country, territory, or region. Fellows may receive up to $35,000 in project funding.
The Pillars Artist Fellowship supports screenwriters and directors working in and alongside Muslim communities by providing them with mentorship, industry connections, and financial support. In this cycle, 10 fellows will receive a $40,000 unrestricted award, one-on-one mentorship, networking and educational (workshop) opportunities. Fellows will also take part in multi-day retreats in London, Los Angeles, and NYC.
Cultivamos Cultura invites artists from around the world to apply for the fully funded Bom Dia OASis Residency in São Luís, Portugal. The residency can run for 7 to 30 days, and includes comprehensive support including accommodation, €500 for travel, a food per diem, €1,300 project fee and €1,600 materials/production budget.
October 27 - November 02
Akademie Schloss Solitude is accepting applications for its residential fellowship for the 2026-2028 period. The fellowship includes a 6- or 9-month residency in Stuttgart, €1,300 monthly fellowship, a travel allowance for arrival and departure, and a furnished live/work studio including utilities.
Fire Station Artists’ Studios’ International Curator Residency Program provides contemporary curators with space and a stipend to live, work and network in Dublin, Ireland for 3-4 weeks. Accommodation in a live/work studio in Dublin’s historic north inner-city centre is provided, as well as a €300 stipend to support their stay.
The Van Lier Fellowship at Wave Hill is a one-year program awarded to two NYC-based visual artists. Each fellow receives a $10,435 stipend, which includes an $8,000 honorarium, studio, transportation stipend for the residency, and professional development opportunities as well as artist programs. Fellows will be provided a semi-private studio space during the Winter Workspace Program, and a solo site-specific exhibition as part of the Sunroom Project Space Program.
Digitdots invites artists working across multiple media to submit their work for a physical group exhibition in NYC, and a digital exhibition on their global platform, Didots. Selected artists will be featured online and the contest will culminate with a group exhibition of the winning works in the heart of New York City.
The Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation invites experienced artists to submit proposals for a large-scale public mural commission on the south support incline of the LaBell Bridge in LaBelle, Florida. The site-specific work will highlight Florida’s unique wildlife and ecosystems, whether native flora and fauna or conservation landscapes and/or agriculture. The budget is $15,000.
The University of Victoria’s Artist Scholar Residency provides six weeks of space and time to create work(s) inspired by their experiences in the Jeffrey Rubinoff Sculpture Park. All travel, food, and accommodation are covered by the residency, along with a budget to cover materials and shipping (if applicable). There’s also a stipend of $5,000 (CAD) in addition to the covered costs, and residents will have access to on-site facilities (library, Interpretive Center, studio, the Park itself).
October 20 - 26
Culture Moves Europe supports the mobility of artists on a rolling basis. If you have a residency in the books or project brewing requiring travel in 2026, this is a funding source you don’t want to pass up. Support includes up to €85 per day for project implementation and travel allowances of €400-800. Additional top-ups are also available: €400 for green mobility, €175 for the outermost regions, €200 per child familial support, €120 for visas, and €30 per day accessibility support.
Cow House Studios invites artists and their families to Rathnure, Ireland for family-friendly two-week artist residency, where they’ll be immersed in the Studio’s supportive and invigorating environment. During their stay, artists receive a €500 stipend, three meals daily, private accommodation and studio, and childcare from 10 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday.
VIA Art Fund’s Artistic Production Grants are awarded twice annually to support new commissions taking place outside museum or gallery walls within the public realm. Funding ranges from $25,000 to $100,000 per project, with grants at the upper levels of funding reserved for permanent or long-term installations, or newly commissioned works that may be gifted to a U.S. public collection.
Arab Fund for Arts and Culture
The Arab Documentary Film Grant Program is open to applications from Arab directors and producers living in the Arab region and diaspora. The $7,000 production grant can be used to cover artist fees, travel, equipment, research or production costs. The grant also covers per diem when on location associated with the attendance to three workshops, with travel and accommodation costs covered by the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture.
There’s just over a week left to apply for the Art Explora x Cité Internationale des Arts art residency in Paris. This 3- to 6-month residency includes a fully equipped and furnished studio apartment, round trip travel to Paris, a living allowance of €1,000 per month, and a production grant of €3,000. Eight studios are available.
The Boulder Public Art Program will commission 1-2 artists to create original artworks for two underpass locations along the Bear Creek Greenway Trail in Boulder, Colorado. The commission amount is $45,000 per art location (two walls per location), with a total commission budget of $90,000. Mosaic artists are strongly encouraged to submit their ideas!
Arteles Creative Center invites artists and researchers to Hämeenkyrö, Finland for “Way Beyond,” a 29-day transdisciplinary residency program focused on exploring the cosmos, consciousness, the nature of the mind and the unknown. The Residency includes accommodation and potential publication opportunities, as well as the space to contemplate, process and develop new ideas and perspectives while being inspired by fellow deep thinkers.
October 13 - 19
Artadia provides unrestricted artist grants of $15,000 to select artists within a particular city. This round calls on all Houston, Texas-based contemporary artists! In addition to funding, artists also have access to various networking opportunities and a dedicated webpage on Artadia’s online artist registry, and finalists receive an honorarium for their time and labor during the application process.
Calgary Arts Development is seeking a professional artist or artist team for a public art opportunity at the future Northeast LRT Extension station plaza. The artist fee for the first phase is $75,000 + GST and involves working on the design team, conducting community engagement and developing the public artwork concept. Phase 2 will finalize the project budget based on final designs, including fabrication, installation and associated travel. Shortlisted applicants will receive a $1,000 honorarium for participating in the assessment.
The City of Denver’s Public Art Program will commission artists and artist teams to design original two-dimensional artworks for the new shade structure ceiling in Montbello Central Park. The budget for this commission is $50,000, and is for etched, cut or printed designs only – the fabrication and installation of the metal panels themselves will be provided by a separate project vendor.
Boomer Gallery invites visual artists to display their work in central London during the gallery’s upcoming group exhibition series exploring trends in contemporary art. Participating artists receive administrative and graphic design services throughout the exhibition, plus a hosted opening event with refreshments and printed exhibition ephemera.
The Center for Art and Advocacy supports directly impacted artists with a demonstrated capacity to advance social change and a clear vision for utilizing their creative practice to end mass incarceration. Through the Center's fellowship, selected artists receive a $20,000 grant, mentorship and community building opportunities.
Arctic Canvas invites artists to slow down and reconnect with their creative process during a two-week solo artist residency on Western Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The residency includes accommodation and studio space in a live/work studio and a peaceful environment to develop a personal project. Depending on the project, additional opportunities with Icelandic galleries or cultural venues may also be possible!
October 06 - 12
Gallerie V is an art gallery focused on showcasing young and emerging talent from around the United Kingdom through supported exhibitions and cash awards for winning artists. The Gallery is now accepting applications for the 2026 De Reus Art Prize, which awards two exhibiting finalists with £500 and £1,000.
The Eb Dietzsch Art Prize for Painting is awarded to young painters at the beginning of their professional careers in memory of the East Thuringian painter/graphic artist Eberhard (Eb) Dietzsch. The total prize money for the 2026 edition is €5,000.
Rencontres d'Arles curatorial research fellowship will be carried out in two stages: research and production. The €20,000 grant includes an initial amount of €5,000 for expenses and copyright fees, while a second amount of €15,000 will be provided for exhibition production.
Artists from Brazil are invited to apply for a fully funded 11-week residency in London during the spring of 2026. Gasworks provides flights, visa costs, accommodation, a weekly £175 stipend, up to £800 for materials, and a prepaid travel card for unlimited transport in central London.
Fondation Marc de Montalembert
The Fondation Marc de Montalembert supports young Mediterranean artists through annual grants and a prize to promote regional culture, with select projects eligible for further publication support. The winner of this year’s Foundation’s Marc de Montalembert Prize will take home a €7,000 artist grant and present their final projects at the end of the following year.
Between Bridges has announced the open call for the next visual arts residency in Berlin. In addition to workspace, the residency offers a €1,500 monthly stipend and a €5,000 production budget for the month-long exhibition.
September 29 - October 05
Salt Lake Arts provides project support for community projects and programs, with a total grant fund of $70,000. Projects grants are awarded in two amounts: $2,000 and $4,000 (the latter requiring a cash match). Additional grant opportunities may also be available for projects with exceptional outcomes.
If a sculpture residency set in 40 acres of forested land speaks to you, the call is up for the next three-week “Sculpture in the Wild” artistic residency taking place in Lincoln, Montana (US). In addition to accommodation and a heavy dose of nature, the total residency budget for 2026 is $50,000, which will be used to support one or more artists, depending on selection outcome.
The MAP Academy’s South Asia Textile Research & Educator Fellowship supports artistic research projects that highlight and examine textiles from South Asia (including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Tibet). A total of four fellowships will be awarded, each carrying a one-time grant of INR 550,000 (roughly €5,300) towards project execution.
Atelier Josepha and ARS Baltica invites artists from the Baltic Region to Ahrenshoop, Germany for a three-week residency taking place in late 2026. Support includes the use of Atelier Josepha and lodging in the neighboring house, a €1,500 stipend, travel expenses, and materials compensation up to €250.
Goethe Institut has launched its final invitation to artists, collectives, and cultural organisations based in Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, and Belgium to submit proposals for projects that engage with the themes of care and gender. A total of 42 projects will be supported across both funding schemes through small-scale and medium-scale grants, with a total of 26 small-scale grants up to €2,500 and 16 medium-scale grants up to €9,800.
Struts Gallery invites artists to take part in the 2026 Open Studio Residency Program in Sackville, Canada. Artists-in-residence have access to the centre’s extensive media arts equipment and facilities, and receive substantial funding to help facilitate a five week stay, including a $3250 artist fee, a $30 per diem ($750 for 25 days), travel coverage up to $800, and $200 for materials associated with workshops and public events.
The Homiens Art Prize is an international award open to artists from any country working in any medium. This round, three winners will receive a $1,000 cash prize and take part in a group exhibition as part of Homien’s seasonal programming. Winners also have the opportunity to take part in an artist interview and request a letter of recommendation for future opportunities and networking.
September 22 - 28
The Visual Disruption Image 2025 is a competition for visually striking visuals that carry a clear message and spark thought, discussion or change. Awards of €250 and €1,000 are up for grabs, and winning images will be published in the Visual Disruption Day Insights, included in a press release shared on social media, and featured in a targeted online campaign.
Performance artists with live works under 15 minutes can now apply to Teatri Riflessi, an international short performance contest taking place in Zafferana Etnea, Italy. 12 works will be selected and awarded cachets of €500–€1,100 and partial travel support, as well as the chance to win up to €1,500 and future touring or residency opportunities.
Westway LAB invites artists and musical projects to be showcased during the 2026 edition of Westway LAB in Guimarães, Portugal. During the one-week residency, artists will develop original compositions and then perform them live as part of the festival line-up. Accommodation, travel, meals and an artist fee of €200 will be provided.
The Design Doha Biennale celebrates and supports outstanding designers across the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MENASA) region. Each year four designers are selected to win a financial grant of 200,000 QAR (roughly €46,000) and a two-week design residency and mentorship in Qatar. The winning collections will be carried for one season with access to global retail.
The City of San Bruno (California) invites professional artists to submit a proposal for a permanent outdoor sculpture at Posy Park, a prominent public plaza and gateway to downtown San Bruno just outside the San Bruno Caltrain station. A $75,000 artist commission will be provided.
Squeaky Wheel’s Workspace Residency supports artists working on media art projects. The call for April residency dates will close in just over a week! Selected artists receive accommodation, a $1,000 stipend, $400 in travel support, and a $300 artist fee. Up to $1,000 in assistance for childcare and/or disability support is also available.
September 15 - 21
City of San Bruno Culture and Arts Commission
The City of San Bruno (California) invites professional artists to submit a proposal for a permanent outdoor sculpture at Posy Park, a prominent public plaza and gateway to downtown San Bruno just outside the San Bruno Caltrain station. A $75,000 artist commission will be provided.
Another great sounding opportunity here offering space, time and resources! dieKunstBauStelle invites jewelry artists to apply for the unique opportunity to work in a fully-equipped goldsmith’s workshop with a vibrant community of colleagues and patrons. Accommodation, materials, travel support and a €700 monthly stipend are provided, and the residency concludes with a public exhibition and workshop discussion in Landsberg.
The Getty Scholars Program supports innovative, post-graduate research about art through 3-, 6-, and 9-month residencies at the Getty. Apartment accommodation is provided, as well as relocation assistance to Los Angeles, a workstation at the Getty Research Institute or Getty Villa, and a stipend of $21,500 to $65,000, depending on the duration of your stay.
PACT Zollverein offers artists and cultural workers from around the world a space to develop artistic projects and productions during fully funded, 3-6-week residencies in Essen, Germany. Accommodation, travel expenses and a weekly stipend are provided.
The Alex J. Ettl Grant is the National Sculpture Society’s $7,500 prize awarded to a US-based figurative or realist sculptor demonstrating a commitment to sculpting and outstanding ability in their work. The next grant will be awarded in March 2026!
The HERALBONY Art Prize provides a platform for international artists with disabilities working across drawing and painting. The 2026 Prize will award finalists with a group exhibition in Tokyo, Japan and be considered for a Grand Prize of ¥3,000,000 (~ €17,300) and Jury Prizes of ¥300,000 each (€1,730).
Ding Creative Studio invites international artists to submit their work to be featured in the studio’s new print magazine. Shortlisted artists will be showcased in collab posts on social media and receive a copy of the magazine. Finalists get a two-page spread in the print magazine, including a full bio with website link and 2-5 featured works. Some works may also be printed for display at launch events.
September 08 - 14
The Goethe-Institut’s Theatre and Dance Department provides funding (travel grants and shipping fees) for guest performances in Germany by theatrical and dance ensembles from countries outside Germany.
Leica invites photographers from across Latin America to apply for the First Travel Photography Award. Prizes include a photographic journey through Peru, a 14-day PONANT & LATAM voyage, and a luxury stay at Chablé Hotel in Yucatán. All winners take home Leica gear and will be featured in Luxury Travel Magazine.
New Mexico Arts invites artists to Cedar Crest, New Mexico for a six-week residency along the Sandia Mountain range. Residents receive a $14,000 stipend and private accommodation in a fully furnished, historic Adobe home with access to miles of trails within the Sandia Mountains.
The Hugo Burge Foundation has announced the second round of funding for artists, communities and educational projects across the UK. Nearly £300,000 in funding is available! Grants of up to £5,000 for individuals and up to £15,000 for community and education-focused initiatives. Projects requesting £10,000 or less may be fully funded, while those seeking more than £10,000 will need at least 30% co-funding from other sources.
The Ashley Gibson Barnette Museum invites proposals for a new outdoor sculpture for Ela’s Forest, a living tribute garden at Florida Southern College. The budget for this project is $18,000, all in.
The Dream Big Art Awards (DBAA)
The Dream Big Art Awards (DBAA) are back in Seoul! Artists worldwide are invited to submit motion digital works for large-scale public screens at Seoul City Hall and the DB Financial Center.
Why it’s interesting: this opportunity brings digital art directly into public space, reaching huge audiences and sparking shared moments of inspiration.
September 01 - 07
Through 2027, Immersive Arts will support more than 200 individual artists using immersive technologies to develop their practice. Artists at all levels of experience are invited to apply for funding ranging from £5,000 to £50,000.
Pro Helvetia & Róng Design Library invite contemporary designers from around the world to explore traditional Chinese craftsmanship and create new work inspired by local materials and techniques during a one-month residency in China. Selected participants receive international airfare, accommodation, and up to CNY 5,000 (CHF 600) in materials and sample-making support. Additional funding is provided for travel and lodging during visits to traditional craft workshops!
Eryc Taylor Dance will award three $1,000 grants to emerging choreographers for the development of original group works, culminating in an informal studio showing in NYC.
Artadia provides unrestricted artist grants of $15,000 to select artists within a particular city. This round calls on all Boston-based contemporary artists! In addition to funding, artists also have access to various networking opportunities and a dedicated webpage on Artadia’s online artist registry.
Artists from Central America are invited to apply for a fully funded 11-week residency in London at the start of 2026. Gasworks provides flights, visa costs, private accommodation, a weekly £150 stipend, up to £800 for materials, and a travel card for unlimited transport in central London.
In partnership with Lithuanian Culture Institute, Delfina Foundation welcomes applications from Lithuanian artists for a fully funded three-month residency in London. Selected artists receive accommodation, airfare and location transportation, a £1000 materials budget and living allowance of £40 per day.
CTM Radio Lab will support the creation of a new work to premiere at the 2026 CTM Festival in Berlin. The selected artist will receive a €5000 production grant and be offered a short residency in January 2026 to finalise their live presentation, with travel expenses to Berlin and lodging during the residency and festival period covered by CTM.
August 25 - 31
The Elephant Trust offers grants of £2,000–£5,000 to UK-based visual artists and small arts organisations for the creation of new, imaginative work or exhibitions. Priority is given to proposals that push boundaries and depart from the routine. Additional support is available through the George Melhuish and Shelagh Wakely Bequests, and the Joanna Drew Travel Bursary for curators.
The Getty Fellowships support emerging researchers working on projects related to the theme of “Provenance.” Fellows receive up to $35,000, housing, a travel stipend, a workstation, and access to Getty collections and scholarly programming.
The City of Newport Beach welcomes entries to the ongoing Sculpture Exhibition in Civic Center Park. Up to 10 artworks will be given a $7,500 production budget and showcased for three years in the 14-acre, ocean-view sculpture garden.
The State of Berlin is offering work stipends for comic artists to support the development of Berlin’s comic scene. Grants of €2,000/month are available for 4 or 8 months, depending on the scope of the project. Selection is based on artistic quality, content, and innovation.
The 2025 SPIE International Day of Light Photo Contest is open to amateur and professional photographers with projects demonstrating the impact light has on various societal aspects of our world. Prizes include $2,500 (first), $1,000 (second), $500 (third), and a special $1,000 Judges' Choice Award.
In 2026, Q-O2 will host 14 residencies in 2026 (7 international and 7 for artists living in Belgium) working with, on or around sound. Artists receive a work studio, materials, and the possibility to present their work and/or propose a workshop. International artists receive shared accommodation and a €200 contribution to travel expenses. A small subsistence budget will be reserved for all artists who do not come with other funding.
August 18 - 24
The Bronx Cultural Visions Fund supports the creation of new work in the performing arts, including dance, music, theater, performance art, and multidisciplinary projects. Emerging and mid-career artists based in the Bronx can apply for up to $10,000 for concept development or $20,000 for production.
The City of Melun (FR) is commissioning a large-scale sculpture for installation along the banks of the Seine. Artists and collectives are invited to propose works inspired by Melun’s heritage and local flora and fauna. The selected project will be developed in collaboration with the city, with an all-inclusive budget of €8,000 provided.
The Fujifilm x World GFX Challenge Grant Program supports emerging visual storytellers in bringing meaningful photography or video projects to life. The program awards 5 Global Grants ($10,000) and 10 Regional Grants ($5,000), along with GFX System gear, mentorship, and technical support. Final works will be showcased online and in international exhibitions in May 2026.
The Myma Art Prize supports emerging visual artists with resources to advance their careers. The Grand Prize includes $5,000 and a 3-month residency in Benin, while two runners-up each receive $2,500. All finalists take part in a group exhibition in Lagos or Accra, with 12 months of mentorship, artist talks, media coverage, and gallery support.
Northcrest Developments is inviting proposals for a large-scale, interactive public art installation to be featured at YZD, Toronto’s 370-acre industrial space and former Downsview Airport grounds. Up to $100,000 in funding will be available for bold, imaginative projects aligning with the vision of “Where Creativity Meets Play.”
There are just a few more days to apply for PAKD Gallery Berlin’s second edition of Spanning Delta, the Gallery’s annual open call to bring new artists from 15 countries onto the gallery’s permanent roster. This call is open to all forms of painting, sculpture, installation, photography, digital art, and interactive media.
August 11 - 17
KADIST is launching an 18-month Curatorial Fellowship in Paris, offering €30,000 in fees, free housing, access to KADIST’s spaces, curatorial and technical support, and budgets of up to €15,000 for public programs and €25,000 per exhibition.
The British Council Film Travel Grant Fund provides support to filmmakers and XR artists to attend selected international festivals, showcases, labs, and co-production forums, with grants ranging from £100 to £1,500, and up to £10,000 for XR presentations.
TaDA – Textile and Design Alliance offers residencies in Eastern Switzerland and supports experimental projects in design, art, and architecture through access to local textile companies, facilities, and expert guidance. Residents receive housing, workspace, travel costs, a monthly stipend of CHF 2000 (about the same in EUR), and professional support for applied research and creative exchange.
421 is seeking exhibition proposals from curators and collectives working closely with contemporary artistic practices across the UAE and wider Arabic-speaking geographies. Accepted proposals will be presented at 421’s Gallery 2 in 2027, with curators receiving a curatorial fee, full production and marketing support, and extensive promotion.
Pioneer Works offers artists and musicians 1-to-5-month residencies with the space, tools and collaborative platform needed for experimentation in NYC. Residents get $1,000 to $2,500 in funding, access to studio space, specialized facilities and tools, and biweekly studio visits with art professionals.
Artists and researchers can now submit applications for the 2026 Center for Craft Research Fund. Grants up to $15,000 are available to support new and interdisciplinary research in craft within the United States.
Culture Hub Croatia’s month-long curator-in-residence programme invites curators to Prostor in Split to develop a project responding to the theme Unknown, culminating in at least one public event. Support includes accommodation, studio and coworking space, up to €300 for travel, a €900 stipend, and a production budget up to €1000.
August 04 - 10
Unpolished is looking for jewelry artists with strong ties to Belgium to exhibit their work during Current Obsession’s Obsessed! Festival, a vibrant gathering for jewelry lovers and curious minds from Belgium and the Netherlands. Participants receive an artist fee, as well as the opportunity to sell pieces and take part in a small vernissage and series of talks.
tekhnē invites researchers and artists working at the intersection of music, technology, and socio-political inquiry to apply for a fully funded three-week residency in Szczecin, Poland. Support includes travel (domestic/international), accommodation and a per diem, plus additional funding for short-term study trips and archival research in other cities (e.g. Warsaw).
Print Center New York is accepting applications from US-based artists interested in the chance to take part in a group exhibition in NYC in 2026. Each artist will receive an unrestricted artist fee of $2,500 for participation and shipping/framing coverage, as well as travel, lodging, meals for the three-day in-person intensive.
FAKI Festival calls on artists, activists, researchers and theatre critics to participate in the next International Festival of Alternative Theatrical Expression in Zagreb, Croatia in May 2026. Participants receive €200-500 in travel assistance, shared accommodation, meals, production support and professional documentation of their performances.
In partnership with Kunsthalle Praha, Delfina Foundation welcomes applications from curators based in Central and Eastern Europe for a fully funded four-week residency in London. Selected artists receive airfare and location transportation, accommodation, a £400 materials budget and living allowance of £40 per day.
PAKD Gallery Berlin invites artists to apply for the second edition of Spanning Delta, PAKD’s annual open call bringing new artists onto the gallery’s permanent roster. This call is open to all forms of painting, sculpture, installation, photography, digital art, and interactive media.
July 28 - August 03
Médicos del Mundo Spain has opened submissions for the 29th Luis Valtueña Award, honoring photo series that address social injustice or human rights issues. The winner receives €6,000, and all finalists are featured in digital and print publications, as well as an international exhibition in Madrid, with travel and accommodation provided to attend the awards ceremony.
Triennial of Photography Hamburg
The Triennial of Photography Hamburg invites Hamburg-based artists to submit lens-based or interdisciplinary projects exploring themes of alliance, infinity, and love for the 9th edition of the event taking place in 2026. Selected artists will be showcased during the opening days and may receive up to €5,000 in funding.
The Hodder Fellowship supports artists and writers as they pursue independent projects through a $93,000 stipend over a 10-month appointment at Princeton University in New Jersey (US). Fellows are selected for their creative potential and typically have a first book or equivalent achievement.
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' Aaron Siskind Award supports early- to mid-career and under-recognized established photographers with funding to complete significant photographic projects. All photo-based media is welcome – two artists will each receive an unrestricted prize of $25,000.
Sounding Images - Screening Sounds (SISS)
Sounding Images - Screening Sounds (SISS) is inviting emerging artists to submit completed works exploring the relationship between sound and image. Four winners will be awarded €2,500 each, with public presentations in Lecce or Trento, Italy by March 2026.
The Goethe-Institut invites Southeast Asian and Southeast Asian diaspora artists and curators in Germany or Southeast Asia to submit existing works on Diaspora and “Dealing in Distance” for a mini traveling festival. Selected works will be shown alongside residency outcomes in Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam. Up to €1,000 in production funding is available, with airfare covered for key contributors.
The City of Graz and steirischer herbst invite applications for the 2026 Werner Fenz Grant for Art in Public Space. In addition to the €17,000 grant, on-site research, travel and accommodation of the artist(s) are covered during production.
July 21 - 27
Dia Art Foundation invites applications from young artists with an interest in contemporary art, experimental pedagogy, and community engagement for the Durational Pedagogies Fellowship at Dia Chelsea in New York. Artists receive a $2,500 stipend, materials, access to community spaces, and individualized mentorship from Dia artists, educators and staff.
Art on the Block NYC will host five short-term (5 weeks) residencies in a NYC storefront for the opportunity to transform the space into both an artist’s studio and public viewing space while facilitating various art-making workshops and artist interviews with the Art on the Block NYC team. Artists receive a $6,000 stipend for their participation in addition to studio space at Art on the Block NYC.
There’s just over a week left to apply for the James Castle House residency designed to provide an immersive focus on a project or body of work that responds to the history and legacy of Boise’s James Castle. Residents receive accommodation as well as a $4,000 stipend for a two-month stay (or a $1,000 stipend if opting for a two-week residency).
transmediale is accepting applications for the Exhibition Curator of transmediale 2027. The exhibition curator's central responsibility is the development of the upcoming exhibition as part of the festival’s programme. The selected curator will receive €20,000 for approximately six weeks of collaboration at the Akademie der Künste in Berlin.
The City of Worcester invites artists to submit proposals for the design and fabrication of temporary illuminated public art installations to be exhibited on the Worcester Common as part of the 2025/2026 Festival of Lights. Artists may request funding within the range of $5,000 to $30,000, depending on the project’s complexity, scale, and budget proposal.
Boomer Gallery invites visual artists to display their work in the heart of London’s Tower Bridge District during the first edition of the gallery’s “Vogued” group exhibition series. Participating artists receive administrative and graphic design services throughout the exhibition, plus a hosted opening event with refreshments and printed exhibition ephemera.
The Discovery Art Fair 2025 invites artists, galleries and project spaces to participate in the curated art fair bringing together nearly 120 international exhibitors and over 15,000 visitors each year at Germany’s Frankfurt Fair Grounds. Selected participants enjoy visibility at the fair, access to collectors, curators, and the press, and space for real encounters, networking and exchange.
July 14 - 20
Hotusa Group invites photographers to interpret the concept of “From Madrid to Heaven” through imagery that captures what makes Spain’s capital unique for the Eurostars Madrid Tower Photography Award. The first place winner will take home €2,500, and the runner-up, €1,000. Eight additional runners-up will receive free stays at the Eurostars Hotel Company hotels of their choice.
The Wex Human Impact Awards 2025 invites photographers and filmmakers to share powerful stories of how people shape, and are shaped by, the world around them. Winning photographers will be invited to the award ceremony and receive one of three cash prizes: £5,000, £3,000, or £1,000.
Hotusa Group invites visual artists to submit photographic triptychs inspired by the theme “Barcelona in Nature” to the Eurostars Grand Marina Photography Award 2025. The winner receives €2,500, and the runner-up, €1,000. Eight additional runners-up will receive free stays at the Eurostars Hotel Company hotels of their choice.
The City of Ocala Cultural Arts seeks existing sculptures for the 8th Biennial Ocala Outdoor Sculpture Competition at Tuscawilla Park. Up to 10 works will be selected for display for two years. Selected artists will receive a $4,000 installation stipend and have the chance to win one of several cash prizes, including Best in Show ($2,000), 2nd Place ($1,000), People’s Choice ($1,000) and Honorable Mention ($500).
In 2026, the State of Tyrol’s programme Art in Public Space will be endowed with EUR 80,000. The sum of state funding for the projects recommended for implementation can amount to 100% of the total eligible costs, with two to three projects invited for realization.
POY Latam highlights the work of visual journalists, documentary photographers and artists across Ibero-America with projects produced in Latin America, Spain, Portugal or the Caribbean. The winner of POYLatam 2025 will receive $1,000.
July 07 - 13
In 2025, the Lin Xiang Xiong Art for Peace Prize will be awarded to three winners, inviting them to the exhibition opening in Penang with an awards ceremony taking place at the Hôtel de l'Industrie in Paris. The works of the three winners will be exhibited on this occasion, and the first prize is worth €8,000.
Art Avenue is the UAE’s mural street art project aimed at bringing together female artists from around the world to create a series of public artworks in Dubai. This is a fully funded opportunity and includes travel, accommodation, materials, and a stipend.
The Matter of Art Grant is designed to uplift imaginative fine artists working in physical media. Three unrestricted grants are up for grabs this time: one $1,000 grand prize and two runner-up grants of $500. Five selected finalists will also take part in an exhibition in Cleveland, Ohio.
The Museum of Chinese in America
The Museum of Chinese in America will invite 3 performing artists to individually generate one theme-based project utilizing the resources and collections at MOCA in NYC. Throughout the residency, artists will participate in artist-led workshops and a presentation to the public at the end of the residency. Participating artists receive a $3,000 honorarium, plus additional financial support for the work-in-progress presentation.
Toma House AIR invites artists from around the world to the 2025 Kintsugi Residency Program focused on the Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics with urushi lacquer and gold. Selected artists receive accommodation and a subsidy of ¥204,000 (~ $1,400) to be applied directly toward reducing the total program fee.
Toma House AIR welcomes artists from around the world to the 2025 Hyogu Residency Program dedicated to hyogu, or Japanese paper mounting techniques. Selected artists receive accommodation and a subsidy of ¥440,000 (~ $3,000) to be applied directly toward reducing the total program fee.
Locust Projects invites artists to apply for the opportunity to create large-scale new work in the 625 sq ft PROJECT ROOM. Artists receive a $5,000 production budget and a $3,100 fee, with travel stipends and per diems for those outside Miami. Locust Projects also offers accommodation, equipment access, installation support, and promotional assistance.
June 30 - July 06
Berlin’s Mitte District is inviting exhibition proposals for Galerie Nord, a public art space supporting emerging artists with the goal of creating an inclusive, diverse program that connects locally and beyond. The selected project will receive free use of gallery space at the Brothers Grimm House and €60,500 in funding for exhibitions in 2026.
Anibar (Peja) and ICSS (Belgrade) have announced the open call for artistic and cultural co-productions as part of the “Fostering Sustainable Partnerships and Dialogue: Arts and Culture Collaboration between Kosovo and Serbia” project. This initiative aims to foster stronger knowledge, connections, and collaborations between the artistic and cultural communities of Kosovo and Serbia. Each selected co-production will receive 2,500 EUR in total to cover expenses.
The Sundance Institute Documentary Fund supports filmmakers worldwide in the production of cinematic documentaries on contemporary topics and themes. Up to 30 grantees annually receive development grants of up to $40,000 and production/post-production funding up to $100,000.
FOTOGRAFICA Bergamo Photography Festival invites artists to submit projects relating to this year’s theme, “As Brave As We Can.” Category winners receive a €3,000 prize, a dedicated exhibition at this year’s FOTOGRAFICA (11 October – 9 November 2025), and a portfolio review by a panel of photography professionals during the festival’s opening days. Shortlisted finalists (5 per category) will participate through a dedicated video projection at the Festival and receive a free portfolio review.
American-Scandinavian Foundation
The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) offers long-term (4-12 months) fellowships of up to $23,000 and short term (1-3 months) fellowships of up to $5,000 to North American artists pursuing research or projects in the Nordic region (Denmark, Greenland, Faroe Islands, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sámpi, and Sweden).
The Holy Art Gallery invites artists to take part in the upcoming group exhibition in Melbourne, Australia. Artists from all countries are welcome to submit works in any medium and the theme of the exhibition is open.
The Toronto Arts Council awards grants to collectives and individuals to support free community-engaged arts programming in selected public library branches across Toronto. The maximum grant amount is $20,000 and the grant may cover up to 100% of project costs.
June 23 - 29
FOTOGRAFICA Bergamo Photography Festival invites artists to submit projects relating to this year’s theme, “As Brave As We Can.” Category winners receive a €3,000 prize, a dedicated exhibition at this year’s FOTOGRAFICA (11 October – 9 November 2025), and a portfolio review by a panel of photography professionals during the festival’s opening days. Shortlisted finalists (5 per category) will participate through a dedicated video projection at the Festival and receive a free portfolio review.
Institute of Cultural and Creative Industry (ICCI)
Shanghai’s Institute of Cultural and Creative Industry (ICCI) invites artists from around the world to participate in the 2025 Art Valley Program. Selected artists will exhibit their works in museums, venues and university spaces throughout Shanghai and receive accommodation, round-trip airfare, production and materials support, extensive media coverage in China, and a permanent exhibition of donated works at Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
Allianz Foundation calls for artists to submit original works on the theme of climate change for this year’s Art on Climate International Illustration Competition. Winning artists receive €150 to €2,000 in cash prizes and will have their works shared and showcased online.
Artists from around the world are invited to submit short animated films to the next Grafixx Festival of illustration, drawing and comics. All animated shorts between 1 and 20 minutes are considered, both analogue to digital techniques, from psychedelic music videos to hilarious dreams and beyond. The Festival will take place this November in Antwerp, Belgium.
The Homiens Art Prize is an international award open to artists from any country working in any medium. The open call is up for the next round of funding! Six winning artists receive an unrestricted $500 grant and have their work exhibited online. Exhibiting artists also have the opportunity to take part in an artist interview for future print/digital publication.
The New York State Council on the Arts
The NYS Council on the Arts’ State of the Arts Fellowship brings artists and state government together to foster community connection and enhance public spaces. Three artists will be selected to work with three host agencies to leave a lasting impact on communities across New York. The award amount per artist fellow is $60,000, inclusive of all project expenses.
Akademie Schloss Solitude and the Goethe Institut invites artists from Baden-Württemberg to take part in one of two six-month fellowships in Windhoek, Namibia. Two selected artists will go to Namibia together and accompany each other over the course of six months while taking part in exhibitions, readings and workshops for audiences and cultural communities in the area. Accommodation, travel, funding and other support is provided.
June 16 - 22
The Miller Foundation has launched the Spark Award pilot program that will support 60 mid-career Oregon artists (20 per year) over the next three years. With a focus on creative development rather than production, each selected artist will receive a $25,000 grant.
The open call is up for the Ellis Beauregard Foundation’s 2025 Choreographer Award! In addition to a $50,000 cash award, the Foundation invites the awardee to share an evening of work through a program mutually determined with a local venue in Rockland, Maine.
La Wayaka Current offers artists a unique opportunity to work creatively in dialogue with land, ecologies and planetary change from a remote location within Chile’s Atacama Desert during the 3-6 week Desert 23ºS Arts & Ecology Research Residency. Accommodation and a variety of guided field trips and collaborative sessions with local creators is provided, and financial aid, bursaries and work-exchange options are available.
Boomer Gallery invites visual artists to display their work in the heart of London’s Tower Bridge District during the next edition of the gallery’s “The Dark Side” group exhibition series. Participating artists receive administrative and graphic design services throughout the exhibition, plus a hosted opening event with refreshments and printed exhibition ephemera.
The Innovate Grant supports artists and photographers by awarding two $1800 USD grants each quarter. The next open call for funding closes soon! All media and disciplines are accepted, and artists around the world can apply.
Workspacebrussels supports Belgian and international research, experimentation and creation in the performing arts. The Workspacebrussels residency program includes accommodation (foreign artists only) and a flat fee of €750 per project for travel and meals.
June 09 - 15
The Gwaertler Grant supports work in the arts from around the world that seeks to make a difference to the context in which it’s presented. The grant is specifically geared towards artists who are getting started on a project and need support to continue onward. The amount of the award for successful applicants (maximum 12,000 CHF, or about €12,840) depends on the funds available for each funding round.
The Danish Arts Foundation funds artists, designers, curators, and authors with an interest in developing and promoting craft and design in Denmark and Danish craft and design abroad in the form of projects. Grants are awarded at amounts specific to each project and vary in value up to DKK 100,000 (roughly €13,400).
GAZE invites Germany's LGBTQIA+ community to photographically depict their perspectives, experiences and realities of life - from political protest to personal everyday moments. Winning artists will receive a €500–€1,000 voucher for photo/video gear from MPB and take part in a group exhibition in Berlin.
Foundation Henri Cartier-Bresson
The Henri Cartier-Bresson Creation Award supports a photographer with a strong documentary-inspired body of work in the pursuit of an ambitious project. The winner will receive a €35,000 endowment to complete their project, as well as support in developing the project and curating the exhibition, for which the Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson covers all production and publishing costs.
Lee Ufan Arles and Maison Guerlain have joined forces to create the Art & Environment 2025 Prize for conceptual, semantic and aesthetic bridges between the work of young designers and that of Lee Ufan. The selected artist will receive residency in Arles, France, including a €2,000 monthly stipend, a €2,000 exhibition fee (plus production budget), and accommodation for one person or a couple.
Magnum Photos x Textile Exchange
Photographers and filmmakers are invited to submit proposals for Textile Transformations 2025. Winners are published in the Textile Exchange’s annual ‘Unwoven’ Zine and exhibited during the Textile Exchange Conference in Lisbon. The top two winners will receive $7,000 and $10,000 to document the stories proposed, as well as mentorship from Magnum’s network of photographers and Education Team.
Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) has announced its inaugural open call for digital art commissions from the crossroads of the Americas. The program offers $1,000 to $15,000 in financial support to produce experimental digital artwork across South Florida, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the African Diaspora.
June 02 - 08
SUGi Project x NAVA Contemporary
The SUGi x NAVA Photography Contest welcomes photographers of all levels from around the world to submit their work for the chance to win cash prizes from $250 to $4,000 for “rewilding attitudes and the ways we connect with nature.”
The Human Impacts Institute (HII) is seeking an artist/collective to design and produce a mobile and virtual sound installation amplifying the climate demands of youth from over 40 countries. The installation will be a centerpiece at NYC Climate Week 2025 and part of the ongoing Artivism & Amplifiers (A&A) and Creative Climate Communications (C3) Lab initiatives. A $5,500 Stipend is provided.
Situated Creative Practices for the Pluriverse (SIT-PLU) tackles socio-ecological challenges through cross-disciplinary research and context-specific artistic interventions alongside four institutions: Baltan Laboratories (NL), Lungomare (IT), Idensitat (ES), and ZEMOS98 (ES). Residents receive a €13,500 artist fee plus a production budget. Each institution details the specifics of each residency/context, including the intended role of the artist, payment (including some with assistance for travel), production budgets and minimum requirements.
ISSUE Project Room invites NY-based curators to apply for the 2026 Suzanne Fiol Curatorial Fellowship Program. Curatorial fellows receive a $3,000 stipend in addition to financial ($10,000), marketing, and technical support for programs, as well as mentorship for the incubation and execution of new projects.
The Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) facilitates paid, full-time, 12-month internships for recent college graduates interested in pursuing a career within the museum sector. Benefits include a $42,000 salary, health benefits, two weeks paid vacation, and an additional $2,000 to cover travel expenses for an approved research trip related to the intern’s field of interest.
Part Crowd Art Gallery invites artists from around the world to participate in the upcoming “Abstract” online group exhibition. Art of any medium and size is accepted - as long as you’re willing to ship it to the buyer.
The Serpa Award is open to picture book projects that present an original concept and/or narrative with the potential to capture a broader audience. The winner will receive €4,000 in funding, with €1,500 corresponding to an advance on copyright for the publication of the first edition of the work in Portugal by the publisher Planeta Tangerina, which may also negotiate its sale to other languages and countries.
May 26 - June 01
The open-air, nighttime Napa Lighted Art Festival supports innovative techniques using light and light technologies as a growing art medium. Artists selected to exhibit at the 2026 Festival receive a $2,000 – $10,000 stipend in addition to a need-based production budget.
The Marché des Arts du Spectacle d'Abidjan (MASA), or Abidjan Market for Performing Arts, is a biennial cultural event in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire and one of the major biennial cultural events of francophone West Africa focused on promoting and developing the performing arts sector in Africa. MASA serves as a platform for artists and industry professionals from the African diaspora to connect, network, and showcase their work.
The University of Saskatchewan’s Structurist Creative Research Fellowship (SCRF) supports work that contributes to the discursive field in active and contemporary ways and culminates in public artwork. Proposed projects will have a budget up to 20,000 CAD. Costs associated with travel and accommodations for Saskatoon-based components are separate from that allocation. Fellows will have full access to University of Saskatchewan archives, as well as the University of Saskatchewan Art Collection.
The Burlington Contemporary Art Writing Prize aims to encourage and support aspiring writers focused on contemporary art. The winner receives £1,000, has their work published on Burlington Contemporary, and is given the opportunity to publish a review of a future contemporary art exhibition in the Burlington Magazine.
NYC Department of Cultural Affairs
The NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) is seeking three artists to join the Public Artists in Residence (PAIR) program in 2025. PAIR funding per residency is $40,000: $20,000 for the Research Phase and $20,000 for the Implementation Phase. In addition to funding, artists also receive a desk at their partner agency, with office access based on regular building hours, and access to materials/supplies at DCLA’s Materials for the Arts.
The Student International Film Festival (STIFF) invites artists to participate in the exhibition taking part during this year’s festival. A wide variety of media is welcome, from digital art and video games to interactive and installation works. STIFF will take place in November 2025 at the University of Rijeka in Croatia.
May 19 - 25
The North Carolina Botanical Garden
The North Carolina Botanical Garden has opened the call for this year’s annual Sculpture in the Garden Exhibit. Selected artworks will be displayed in the Botanical Garden and have the chance to win one of several cash awards, including Best-in-Show ($1,500), three Honorable Mentions ($500), and the People’s Choice Awards ($1,000, $300, and $200 for first, second, and third places, respectively).
LA Department of Cultural Affairs
The City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) seeks proposals for permanent public art for the new Avalon Pedestrian Bridge and Promenade Gateway (APB&PG) in the Wilmington neighborhood within Council District 15. The budget for the project is $442,800.
NYC Department of Cultural Affairs
The NYC Department of Cultural Affairs invites expressions of interest from artists to create a permanent public artwork serving as the Chinatown Welcome Gateway, as part of New York City’s Chinatown Connections initiative. The budget for this project is approximately $2.5M.
The Rubin x Art Projects grant program supports artists and creatives whose practices give visibility to the cultural legacy and living traditions of the Himalayan region. Rubin x Art Projects grants offer support of $2,500 to $25,000 and are open to artists based anywhere in the world.
Mophradat seeks imaginative proposals for projects led by “self organizations,” or arts practitioners working collaboratively. Informal co-ops may apply for a maximum budget of €8,000 to use over one year, while topical assemblies may apply for a budget up to €4,000 for activities over the course of six months.
Women Photograph is accepting applications for the Women Photograph Mentorship Program! This year, five early career photographers will be paired with industry leading mentors and provided with $2,000 in support for work on local visual storytelling projects over the course of six months.
Bushwick Gallery invites artists to submit applications for the two remaining vacancies in the Studio Summer program in Brooklyn, NYC. Selected artists receive access to a shared, open-plan studio space within the gallery, curatorial mentorship and a one-night artist showcase.
May 12 - 18
Eidolon Centre for Everyday Photography calls for artists with a serious passion in vernacular photography for the 2025 Eidolon Grant. €25,000 will be distributed between grantees and may be freely spent on implementers’ fees, travel expenses, preparation and production costs, or the payment of involved partners.
VisArts invites applications and proposals from artists for one of two six-month Gibbs Street AiR programs in Rockville, Maryland (US). Artists receive a $3,000 stipend and studio space and will present their work in culminating solo exhibitions.
The Hyundai Blue Prize+ welcomes exhibition proposals for the Hyundai Motorstudio Beijing from emerging curators worldwide engaged with the context of Asia. Finalists receive travel costs for up to two curators and a $4,000 artist grant (per curator). FInal Awardees receive up to 800,000 RMB (roughly $97,000) for exhibition production, on-site support, and travel costs for up to two members of the curatorial team.
TILT Institute for the Contemporary Image invites artists to submit applications to the annual AIR Program. Artists receive a $3,000 honorarium, $1,000 credit for ink and paper (with all printer and scanner hourly rental fees waived), and $1,500 travel/housing stipend for artists living outside of Philadelphia.
Each year Artadia provides unrestricted artist grants of $15,000 to select artists - meaning artists are free to use the funds as they choose. 👀In addition to unrestricted funding, artists also have access to various opportunities, network connections, and a dedicated webpage on Artadia’s online artist registry.
Boomer Gallery invites visual artists to display their work in the heart of London’s Tower Bridge District during the next edition of the gallery’s “Dreams and Nightmares” group exhibition series. Participating artists receive administrative and graphic design services throughout the exhibition, plus a hosted opening event with refreshments and printed exhibition ephemera.
Exploratorium’s Artist Residency is a two-year program focused on idea incubation, prototyping and experimentation, idea refinement, and if eventually, project production. Selected artists receive $15,000 in support, materials for prototyping, travel support and accommodation in San Francisco, and $250 to present and discuss their work in a studio visit format.
May 05 - May 11
The Holy Art Gallery invites artists to take part in the upcoming group exhibition in Athens, Greece. Artists from all countries are welcome to submit works in any medium and the theme of the exhibition is open.
The Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center seeks proposals for a new landmark public art installation to anchor Covington’s new mixed-use riverfront development project. A preliminary budget up to $25,000 and $5,000 artist fee is provided, as well as project management, fabrication support, publicity and promotion of the project, and installation support and costs negotiated based on project needs.
Designregio Kortrijk invites artists to participate in a three-month intensive design residency in Belgium. Selected designers will participate in the LIVING SUMMERSCHOOL and have the opportunity to present their (ongoing) research to a wider audience during the WONDER Creativity Festival. Resident artists also receive accommodation and travel reimbursement, a fee, and access to the Budalab Open Makerspace.
Pragovka Gallery has announced an open call for curatorial and artistic projects for the “Mutual Benefits” exhibition program of Pragovka Gallery 2026. The Gallery provides artist fees, coverage of installation and artwork transport, and printed exhibition materials, as well as photo documentation of the exhibition.
Native Arts & Cultures Foundation
Native Arts & Cultures Foundation invites curators to apply for the third iteration of SHIFT, a multi-year support program focused on transformative change and Indigenous arts. A two-year award totaling $100,000 will be provided, with $50,000 earmarked for the lead artist’s or curator’s compensation and the remaining funds for project production, plus professional development, advocacy and marketing support.
The Hopper Prize will award up to six unrestricted artists grants in the amounts of $1000 and $3500 USD to artists from any country, working in any medium. In addition to funding, Hopper Prize winners are featured online and have work archived on the Hopper Prize website.
April 28 - May 04
Oak Spring Garden Foundation offers five- and two-week residencies for artists focused on plants, landscapes, and the natural world. Residents selected for a 5-week session receive a $2,000 individual grant, and residents selected for a 2-week session receive an $800 individual grant.
Street Art Festival invites proposals for art in public space for their 2025 edition in Olomouc, Czech Republic. Selected artists receive accommodation, funds for transport and materials, and a predetermined financial award of 1,200 EUR.
CultureHub calls for digital visual artists to participate in the upcoming one-week residency at the CultureHub studios in New York or Los Angeles. Artists receive a $2,000 stipend and marketing support for their public offering (i.e. workshop, artist talk, etc.) during their stay.
The New English Art Club (NEAC) offers annual scholarships aimed at artists facing financial barriers in pursuing the arts in a professional capacity. The £5,000 and £500 awards include one year of mentorship and access to all NEAC courses and workshops. A selection of work will be showcased in the 2026 NEAC Annual Exhibition at Mall Galleries.
Martin House invites artists to Buffalo, NY to create new work inspired by the Frank Lloyd Wright Collections. Residents receive a $5,000 stipend, up to $1,000 for travel, accommodation at the Gardener’s Cottage and an exhibition or performance to mark the end of their four-month stay.
This year's PhotoVogue Regional Open Call highlights the diverse artistic talent within East and Southeast Asia. Selected artists receive $1,500 to $4,500 in cash awards and will be showcased at the next PhotoVogue Festival, published in Vogue editions worldwide, and participate in a PhotoVogue Virtual Portfolio Review.
The Andy Warhol Foundation supports emerging and established contemporary visual arts writers with grants ranging from $15,000 to $50,000.
April 21 - 27
Xposure International Photo Festival
Xposure International Photography Festival invites filmmakers to participate in this year’s celebration of cinema in Sharja, UAE. Each award category offers £3,000 to winners and £1,500 to runners-up.
Frame Contemporary Art Finland
Frame Contemporary Art Finland’s travel grant for artists exhibiting abroad promotes the international career development of Finnish artists or artists based in Finland by promoting their networking and opportunities to exhibit or perform abroad. Grants are awarded in amounts from €7,000 to €60,000.
PhotoVogue invites artists to submit works for Women By Women: A Global Open Call. Selected artists receive $2,000 to $6,000 in cash awards and will be showcased at the next PhotoVogue Festival, published in Vogue editions worldwide, and participate in a PhotoVogue Virtual Portfolio Review.
Boomer Gallery invites visual artists to display their work in London during the upcoming “Identity” group exhibition. Participating artists receive administrative and graphic design services throughout the exhibition, printed exhibition ephemera, and a hosted opening night.
Zad is a variable-rate funding program supporting artists from the Arab region currently residing in Europe who seek to display artworks in new spaces. This support could cover mobility within the current country of residence or travel expenses within Europe, and it falls within three main categories: travel + accommodation costs; artworks shipment; and translating costs.
Loop Art Critique invites media artists to join the upcoming Critique Club with Laura Hynjhee Kim that will culminate in a virtual group exhibition using Onland.io's XR Studio software. Critique Club will meet twice a week within the Loop Metaverse starting in May.
April 14 - 20
The Dedalus Foundation invites applications to its Senior Fellowship for art historians, critics and curators with a particular affection for modern art and modernism. Stipends vary with need, with a $30,000 maximum.
The Archivo Jalón Ángel invites artists to submit their work to this year’s Jalón Ángel Photography Prize. Winning artists will receive one of three €1,000 cash awards and the opportunity to take part in a physical or virtual exhibition organized by the Archive.
The open call is up for the Ellis Beauregard Foundation’s 2025 Visual Arts Award! In addition to a $50,000 cash award, the Foundation invites the awardee to bring a presentation of their choice to their exhibition or performance space in Rockland, Maine.
Arte Laguna Prize invites submissions to the upcoming Arte Laguna Prize 20. Finalists will be exhibited at Arsenale Nord in Venice and be invited to artist residencies around the world. One winning artist will take home a €10,000 cash prize.
PHI Immersive is an intensive four-week residency program in Québec aiming to inspire artists to use XR for good. Selected artists receive a $15,000 CAD grant, accommodation in Montréal, round-trip travel, and a monthly metropolitan transit pass for exploring the city.
Embracing Our Differences seeks submissions for an upcoming outdoor exhibition taking place in two parks in Florida’s Sarasota and Pinellas counties. Cash prizes totaling $10,000 will be awarded.
The Jerwood/Photoworks Award commissions new work from early-career artists with an award package worth £32,000. Two selected artists receive £20,000 in funding, curatorial support from Photoworks and Jerwood Arts, and two exhibitions: one in London, the other touring the UK.
April 06 - 13
The National Academy of Design’s Abbey Mural Prize supports artists with grants ranging from $10,000 to $40,000 to create or restore public murals, especially those promoting accessibility and serving local audiences.
Descanso Gardens seeks interdisciplinary curatorial proposals for the 2026-2028 exhibitions addressing the theme of water. The exhibition will take place at Descanso Gardens, an urban retreat located 20 minutes from downtown Los Angeles. Project budgets range from $40,000 to $60,000.
The Hoepfner Foundation’s Photo Competition 2025 will award artists with cash prizes ranging from 250€ to 3,000€ and an exhibition planned for autumn/winter 2025/26 at the Karlsruhe Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Germany.
The Agility Award is an Arts Council funding scheme for individual professional artists looking to develop their practice, work and skills. Artists can apply for any amount between €1,500 and €5,000.
Art Renewal Center invites entries to the upcoming International ARC Salon Competition. Winning artists receive numerous awards and opportunities, from features in 14+ different art publications and multiple exhibition opportunities around the world, to a $25,000 cash prize for Best in Show and more than $60,000 in purchase awards.
Jonathan and Barbara Silver Foundation
The Jonathan and Barbara Silver Foundation grant program operates on a two-year cycle with alternating grants supporting writing and sculpture. This year the Foundation will offer one $20,000 grant for a sculpture project with an imaginative engagement with its materials and histories.
The Holy Art Gallery invites artists to take part in the upcoming digital group exhibition in Athens, Greece. Artists from all countries are welcome to submit works in any medium and the theme of the exhibition is open.
March 31 - April 06
Fundación Botín has announced its new call for projects for six available €23,000 artist grants. Selected final projects will be displayed in the Itinerarios joint exhibition in Spain and the corresponding exhibition catalogue.
The Chinati Foundation’s Artists in Residence program hosts four to six artists annually for two-month residencies with an apartment on the museum grounds and a studio in downtown Marfa. Artists receive an apartment on the museum grounds and studio in downtown Marfa, a $4,000 stipend, and access to Chinati’s collection and archive.
The Fondation Etrillard has launched the Prix Arts numériques (Digital Arts Prize) – officially the first time that digital art has entered the French Academy of Fine Arts. The selected artist will receive a €20,000 prize, as well as travel (within Europe) and hotel accommodation coverage to attend the award ceremony in Paris.
The KIKK Galaxy invites new media artists to apply for the upcoming Art & Science Residency at the Astronomical Observatory of UNamur in Belgium. Selected artists receive a €5,000 project grant, access to the TRAKK Protolab & Medialab, accommodation in a fully equipped studio, and the opportunity to present their work at KIKK Festival or Le Pavillon, the digital art space managed by KIKK.
The Holy Art Gallery invites artists to take part in the upcoming hybrid group exhibition in Amsterdam. Artists from all countries are welcome to submit works in any medium and the theme of the exhibition is open.
High-Fidelity Company (HiFi) invites artists to submit to the upcoming “Define Your Vibe” seasonal art competition to find the five next artworks to be featured on HiFi’s flower bags. The contest offers real-world product exposure (with a QR code to artists’ websites), $250–1,000 in cash prizes, and a platform beyond traditional galleries and social media.
March 24 - 30
CAS – Contemporary Art Stavanger
CAS – Contemporary Art Stavanger invites writers to Norway for the “Itchy Fingers – A Writing Residency on Art Books.” The two-week residency includes an honorarium and per diem, as well as travel coverage, accommodation and use of Stavanger Library and Culture Centre's writing room (Skrivestuen) for the duration of the stay.
Hybrida AIR offers international visual artists the chance to work alongside each other over one month in Älvsbacka, Sweden, after which the outcomes are presented in an exhibition taking place during Hybrida’s festival program. The residency provides an artist fee and a budget for travel and materials, as well as providing the food and housing during the residency.
The Holy Art Gallery invites artists to take part in the upcoming hybrid group exhibition in Los Angeles. Artists from all countries are welcome to submit works in any medium and the theme of the exhibition is open.
The Anonymous Was A Woman Environmental Art Grants (AWAW EAG) provides grants of up to $20,000 for environmental art projects led by women-identifying artists. In 2025, the program will distribute over $520,000 in funding.
Each year the Tulsa Artist Fellowship selects 10 artists each receive a total stipend of $150,000 stipend paid over three-years, along with a $12,000 yearly housing stipend, $1,200 yearly health & wellness stipend, $1,200 yearly studio assistant stipend, $1,500 one-time studio move-in stipend, fully-subsidized studio spaces, and access to shared art-making facilities.
Each year the Prix Viviane Esders honours the achievement of a professional European photographer over sixty years of age, who is independent and still active. The €60,000 prize (€50,000 for the winner and €5,000 for the two runners-up) is particularly aimed at photographers who need financial support to continue their work.
Boomer Gallery invites visual artists to display their work in London during the upcoming edition of the gallery’s “Contemporary” group exhibition series. Participating artists receive administrative and graphic design services throughout the exhibition, plus a hosted opening event with refreshments and printed exhibition ephemera.
March 17 - 23
UT Austin’s Dept of Art and Art History
UT Austin’s Dept of Art and Art History offers fellowships to recent MFA graduates specializing in traditional visual arts. The residency includes a $30,000 stipend, accommodation in a small artist community in the St. Elmo district of South Austin, a two-semester part-time teaching position at the University of Texas at Austin in the Art and Art History Department, and a solo exhibition at the Visual Arts Center.
The Alpine Foundation provides financial support for emerging writers, visual artists, poets, academics, playwrights, musicians, and refugees. The winner and runners-up will receive one of three prizes: first place: £3,000; second place: £1,000; and third place: £1,000.
Williamsburg Art & Historical Center
The Williamsburg Art & Historical Center invites artists to consider how digital interfaces, AI and interactive systems can reshape creative expression and audience perception for the upcoming “Beyond Interface and Prompt” exhibition. Selected artists will be eligible for multiple $500 awards.
Part Crowd Art Gallery invites artists from around the world to participate in the upcoming “Memories From The House” online group exhibition inspired by the sense of home–whether that’s a physical place or a state of mind. Art of any medium and size is accepted - as long as you’re willing to ship it to the buyer.
The Innovate Grant supports artists and photographers by awarding two $1800 USD grants each quarter. The next open call for funding will close in one week! All media and disciplines are accepted, and artists around the world can apply.
The Farm Margaret River has opened applications for the eight-week funded residency in Australia. Selected artists or groups will receive accommodation, travel support and a $7,500 AUD grant. Also nice to know: TFMR will arrange, book and pay for travel expenses to the property from the artist's place of residence if required.
The Artadia Awards provide financial support, exposure and recognition to artists. The awards are unrestricted grants of $15,000, meaning artists are free to use the funds in any way they choose. 👀Artists may also choose to receive a dedicated webpage on Artadia’s online Artist Registry.
March 10 - 16
Another PleinAir Salon award session is just around the corner. Competitions take place monthly and award winning artists with $200-$600 USD. One annual winner is then chosen from among the group of finalists at the Plein Air Convention and awarded a grand prize of $15,000. All winners receive a spread in PleinAir Magazine and the grand prize receives a cover feature.
The Artadia Awards provide financial support, exposure and recognition to artists. The awards are unrestricted grants of $15,000, meaning artists are free to use the funds in any way they choose. 👀Artists may also choose to receive a dedicated webpage on Artadia’s online Artist Registry.
Women Photographers International Archive (WOPHA)
The WOPHA Artist-in-Residence program has launched its first international open call for women and non-binary photographers interested in developing new work in Miami, Florida. Selected artists receive private accommodation, round-trip airfare, a $2,500 stipend, and a group exhibition including a $3,000 production budget and full curatorial support.
The Rebecca Vassie Trust funds narrative photography projects in their earliest stages - think projects with a compelling story or idea that tell human stories within a social or political context. The winner receives £2,000, promotion on the Trust’s channels and mentorship from Karen Harvey of Shutter Hub.
La Becque’s Principal Residency Program offers three-month stays to individuals, duos and collectives. Residents will receive travel to and from La Tour-de-Peilz and a monthly stipend of CHF 1,500 (about the same in EUR) to cover living expenses and the cost of materials.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Leonard A. Lauder Research Center for Modern Art invites applications for grants supporting publications in the field of modern art and theory, and modern visual culture. The Center will award up to six grants per annum, typically between $4,000 and $7,000.
Ifö Center calls for artists and artisans to participate in three separate exhibitions in The Room at Ifö Center Arthall in 2025. Three selected artists will receive a €1,200 exhibition allowance and production assistance, travel to and from Sweden, accommodation, and paper exhibition ephemera printed and distributed by Ifö Center. Just a few more days to apply for this one!
March 03 - 09
The Homiens Art Prize is an international award open to artists from any country working in any medium. The open call is up for the next round of funding! Six winning artists receive an unrestricted $500 grant and have their work exhibited online. Exhibiting artists also have the opportunity to take part in an artist interview for future print/digital publication.
CCA Islands offers funding to emerging artists, curators and designers pursuing research and creative activities in Japan. The scholarship covers research expenses up to JPY 200,000 (about €1,280) and one round trip transportation fare to/from Japan. In the case of residing in Japan, transportation expenses for one round trip between the two locations in Japan is provided.
Print Center New York supports emerging and early-career curators through fully funded exhibition opportunities. Guest curators will have their exhibition on View in Chelsea and receive a curatorial fee starting at $5,000. Print Center New York covers all exhibition, publication and programming costs.
The Hasselblad Foundation Photo Book Grants fund publications that have not yet been released. The grant is open to international artists and two grants of SEK 100,000 (about €8,900) each will be awarded in 2025.
Visual Arts Center of Richmond
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond (VisArts) invites visual artists to apply for the next 11-month funded residency program. VisArts provides a $5,000 honorarium, $500 materials budget, private studio with access to all VisArts’ tools and equipment, and an exhibition in the True F. Luck Gallery with curatorial guidance and written catalogue.
IFAI Berlin invites social artists to contribute to the theme of Planetary Healing. First place takes home €1,000, and the three winning artists will be highlighted through interviews, events and exhibitions at BitBasel (Miami) and COP30 (Belém).
February 24 - March 02
Here’s another great opportunity for all our followers asking for opportunities in Japan! The ARCUS Project’s Ibaraki Residency brings artists to Moriya, about an hour from Tokyo. The residency provides studio space, accommodation, round trip airfare, living and research expenses (540,000 JPY, or about €3,400), as well as support from a director and coordinators.
The CIVIS MARITIMUS program invites photographers to consider the relationship between Man and the Sea. Selected artists will receive an endowment of €4,000 and a two-month residency including roundtrip travel and accommodation in Sète.
National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts
The National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts International Residency Programme invites artists to conduct research and collaborate in Taiwan in 2025. The programme provides round trip airfare to Taiwan, local transportation, a daily residency allowance and dedicated studio space. Residents also receive access to the Collection Vault and the Museum’s Art Library, as well as insurance coverage.
Boomer Gallery invites visual artists to display their work in the heart of London’s Tower Bridge District during the upcoming edition of the gallery’s “Transcendence” group exhibition series. Participating artists receive administrative and graphic design services throughout the exhibition, plus a hosted opening event with refreshments and printed exhibition ephemera.
The European Crafts Alliance (formerly the World Crafts Council Europe) invites artists to participate in the Creative Exchange Residency for Craft Practitioners. Pairs may choose a traditional two-week residency in-situ, or a hybrid format with a minimum of one week on site. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful exchanges and receive an individual stipend of 400€ per participant.
Amsterdam-based Treehouse NDSM invites artists with works bringing unique interpretations to the Carnaval theme for an upcoming exhibition on the mezzanine of Treehouse NDSM’s Pavilion. Up to 10 artworks will be selected and an artistic fee will be given to each artist participating in the exhibition.
The Berlin Photo Awards invites artists from around the world to submit their work to this year’s contest. Winning photographers will have their work displayed in an online gallery and receive cash prizes ranging from €250 to €1,000.
February 17 - 23
The Artiver AI Art Awards offer the opportunity for digital artists worldwide to showcase works at the intersection of human creativity and artificial intelligence. Winners receive cash prizes – $2,000 per grand prize and $500 to category winners (six in total). Winning works will be shown on a Times Square billboard and in an in-person exhibition in New York City in 2025.
The European Crafts Alliance (formerly the World Crafts Council Europe) invites artists to participate in the Creative Exchange Residency for Craft Practitioners. Pairs may choose a traditional two-week residency in-situ, or a hybrid format with a minimum of one week on site. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful exchanges and receive an individual stipend of 400€ per participant.
RIDCC invites choreographers and dancers from around the world to submit duets for the 2025 competition. RIDCC covers hotel accommodation (with breakfast). Travel expenses will be reimbursed up to €250 per person within Europe, up to €300 per person outside of Europe (under 5,000km) and up to €500 per person for distances over 5,000km.
The open call is up for the Prix Ars Electronica 2025! With just one submission, artists can enter into five simultaneous competitions with cash awards ranging from €10,000 to €60,000. Winners will also be exhibited during the festival in September 2025 in Linz, Austria.
NIAS invites researchers based in formerly colonized countries to participate in the upcoming ‘Moving Objects, Mobilising Culture’ Fellowship. Fellows receive a monthly stipend of €3,500 EUR, with additional financial support for fellows from low income countries. NIAS covers travel expenses (€0.25/km for those within 500 km of Amsterdam and €1,500 for those living outside Europe) and offers subsidized accommodation.
The Hyundai Artlab supports contemporary, critical art writing from artists around the world. Fellows receive $10,000 each to produce three pieces of writing every other month for Artlab Editorial in 2025 and are paired with one of this year’s Fellowship Advisors, Rahel Aima and Orit Gat, for regular one-on-one guidance and mentorship throughout the program.
Another PleinAir Salon award session is right around the corner. Competitions take place monthly and award winning artists with $200-$600 USD. One annual winner is then chosen from among the group of finalists at the Plein Air Convention and awarded a grand prize of $15,000. All winners receive a spread in PleinAir Magazine and the grand prize receives a cover feature.
February 10 - 16
Part Crowd Art Gallery invites artists from around the world to participate in the upcoming “Galaxy” online group exhibition celebrating the gallery’s fascination with science and other dimensions. Art of any medium and size is accepted - as long as you’re willing to ship it to the buyer.
Quad City Arts is seeking an artist or artist team to design and install an interactive public art installation on the surrounding grounds of the grassy plaza to the east of The Q Multimodal Station. The budget for artwork is up to $300,000, all-in. There is an additional $30,000 allowance for site prep for the project.
Applications are open for the Estonian Academy of Arts’ 12 higher education degree programmes in art, design, and visual culture. Highlights of the English-language programmes include animation, architecture, contemporary art, interaction design and urban studies.
Picasso Pupils is inviting painters with MFA degrees to spend a month in the rural Maghalaya region of northeast India for the 2025 Artists’ Point workshop residency. Resident artists receive accommodation, meals, studio space and materials (canvas & acrylics - bring your own brushes), as well as transportation to facilitate a variety of exciting day trips.
Bushwick Gallery invites artists to submit work for the upcoming “Metamorphosis: Transformations in Art” group exhibition in Brooklyn, NYC. Exhibiting artists will be promoted on the Gallery’s digital platform and on social media.
The semester-long Wingate Artist Residency provides a $30,000 stipend, housing, funding for materials, and travel, as well as studio space and access to UA Little Rock’s artist studios. The AiR housing is a two bedroom home with parking about one block from the Windgate Center for Art + Design – artists with families are encouraged to apply!
The 2025 London Art Biennale offers £13,000 in total cash prizes, including a £5,000 grand award and several £2,000 category-specific prizes. Selected artists will gain exhibition opportunities, with 25 pre-approved for the 2026 Chianciano Biennale. Additional benefits include an art critique for five artists, publication in a curated hardback catalogue, and permanent online exposure.
February 03 - 09
The Iznang Ceramics Market has announced the open call for the upcoming International "Young Talents" Ceramics Art Prize for works on the theme of “In Motion.” Selected early-career ceramicists receive a cash award of 3000€, free participation in the 2026 Iznang Pottery Market, inclusion in an exhibition running parallel to the event and workshop opportunities open to the top three winners.
The Long Meadow Art Residency offers a solo residency set in a tranquil environment for uninterrupted artistic practice. Residencies are 6 weeks to 3 months in duration and include a $3,000 monthly stipend, $2,500 supply budget, housing, an art studio, and the use of a car.
The Estonian Academy of Arts has opened applications for seven international Master’s programmes in art and design. Online info sessions run through February 13th. Highlights of the English-language MA programs include animation, contemporary art, interaction design and urban studies. Those interested in PhD level studies take note: there are four doctoral programs offered as well.
Studio H Canada invites 2D and 3D textile artists to the west coast of Canada’s British Columbia for a one-month textile residency. Artists receive accommodation (with hot tub!) on two acres of forested land and have the opportunity to exhibit their work and host an artist talk.
Keramion Keramikmuseum invites EU artists to submit works for the Frechener Ceramic Award. Winning artists receive one of three prizes (€1000 - €3000) and will be exhibited at the Museum in Frechen, Germany.
The Holy Art Gallery invites artists to take part in the upcoming digital group exhibition in Seoul, South Korea. Artists from all countries are welcome to submit works in any medium and the theme of the exhibition is open.
January 27 - February 02
Mall Galleries invites artists from around the world to take part in the 2025 Royal Society of Portrait Painters Annual Exhibition. Selected works will be exhibited in London and be eligible to win one of several cash awards ranging from £500 to £20,000.
The call is up for the next Mentorship for Audacious Minds with Berlin’s FORECAST Platform. Artists selected for the Forecast Forum will have travel and accommodation costs reimbursed and receive an artist fee. Those selected for the mentoring phase and Forecast Festival will also receive an artist fee as well as a production budget.
NXTHVN’s welcomes artists and curators to Connecticut for a 10-month intensive fellowship program. Curatorial fellows receive a $45,000 stipend (studio fellows receive $35,000), as well as optional subsidized housing in New Haven, 24/7 studio access and opportunities for exhibitions and publishing.
7artscafe offers visual and musical artists from around the world a one-month residency in Yokohama, Japan to participate in an exhibition or performance and 2-3 collaborative workshops. Selected artists receive a $10,000 stipend for airfare and living expenses, as well as accommodation in Yokohama.
Brea Gallery invites California artists to participate in the upcoming “Made in California” juried exhibition. Exhibiting artists have the chance to win a solo show and one of multiple cash prizes ranging from $100 to $750.
Shelley & Donald Rubin Foundation
The Shelley & Donald Rubin Foundation has opened the call for curators to develop an exhibition for their gallery and event space near NYC’s Union Square. The selected curator receives a $3000 honorarium for their work on the exhibition and $2000 for an essay in the accompanying catalogue.
January 20 - 26
Jester invites emerging and international artists working in wood, metal, ceramics or digital media to Genk, Belgium for a 5-month production residency. Residents receive accommodation, a €3,000 honorarium and a €5,000 production budget, with higher honorariums for duos and collectives. Additional perks include professional photo and video documentation, studio visits, and participation in a collective showcase.
In 2025 the Edith Russ Haus for Media Art will award three media art grants of €12,500 each. Beyond the grant itself, there is the possibility of using one of the guest apartments of the Edith Russ Haus for the duration of the project.
Bosch Parade is a floating parade created in the spirit of Hieronymus Bosch taking place each summer on the waters of Den Bosch, Netherlands. The call for project proposals is up! Full support is available, including artist fees starting at €4950, materials and production budgets up to €4000, travel for international artists and shared accommodation if needed.
Bushwick Gallery seeks visual artists for the upcoming “Love and Heartbreak: A Duality” group exhibition in Brooklyn, NYC. Artists from all countries are welcome to submit works and the theme of the exhibition is open.
De Structura invites emerging artists to participate in “Unframed,” a cross-disciplinary project intertwining contemporary art and augmented reality. Selected artists will receive a one-time fee of €200. The exhibition will be displayed in at least five locations across Estonia, Italy, Sweden and Finland between March and November 2025.
Photoszene Köln calls for photographers to take part in a group exhibition on the theme of “Feelings & Photography.” Selected artists receive a €500 exhibition fee to take part in a group exhibition during the 2025 Photoszene Festival in Cologne, Germany in May 2025.
Boomer Gallery invites visual artists to display their work in the heart of London’s Tower Bridge District during the 5th edition of the gallery’s “Dreams and Nightmares” group exhibition series. Participating artists receive administrative and graphic design services throughout the exhibition, plus a hosted opening event with refreshments and printed exhibition ephemera.
January 13 - 19
The Baobab Foundation funds projects led by Black and Global Majority individuals and groups dismantling racial injustice in the UK. The Baobab Community Fund grants range from £5,000 - £30,000 per year for up to 5 years, with a five-year cap at £150,000. A £500 Access Pot is available for disabled applicants, and a contribution of £150 to all final stage applicants is provided.
Rothko Museum has invited artists from around the world to take part in the Valdis Bušs 2025 International Painting Plein Air competition. Six artists will be selected for the Plein Air exhibition in Rīga, Latvia and receive accommodation, workspace, catering, travel from Rīga to Viļaka and back and basic materials (canvases, paints).
Van Doesburghuis welcomes proposals from designers, architects and digital artists for a four-month working residency in the southwest suburbs of Paris. Artists receive a subsidy of €2,000 (max. €8,000) to put toward travel, materials, transport and accommodation costs. Accommodation (rent) for the studio house is paid directly to the organizer.
Another PleinAir Salon award session is right around the corner. Competitions take place monthly and award winning artists with $200-$600 USD. One annual winner is then chosen from among the group of finalists at the Plein Air Convention and awarded a grand prize of $15,000. All winners receive a spread in PleinAir Magazine and the grand prize receives a cover feature.
GenF has launched the international open call for artistic duos to create a memorable exhibition with the theme of “raising the next generation of women” in 2025. Both artist duos or artists working on a single project together are encouraged to apply - multiple teams will be selected to exhibit with support in Bucharest, Romania.
The Jonathan Ruffer curatorial grants support UK-based artists undertaking research projects focused on collections and exhibitions. Small grants of up to £2,000 are accepted on a rolling basis (with decisions made every eight weeks) and the next call for funding over £2,000 will close in the early spring.
January 06 - 12
Artists, designers and researchers working in textiles are invited to participate in the Textile Art Biennial BIEN 2025 taking place in the Slovenian cities of Kranj, Nova Gorica, Jesenice, Idrija, and Škofja Loka. Selected artists will take part in the exhibition during the Biennial and be considered for the ETA Award for exceptional textile handicraft techniques.
The CEC ArtsLink has opened the call for the multi-phase Artslink International Fellowships taking place in both an online and immersive in-person format. CEC ArtsLink offers a stipend for the online residency portion and fully covers all the costs associated with the in-person residency in the US.
The Kohila Symposium is an international event focused on wood-fired ceramics that takes place annually in Raplamaa, Estonia. The next season is the 25th anniversary and Kohila is looking for a performance artist to celebrate! Kohila will provide accommodation, meals and media coverage in addition to the chance to perform within the unique collaborative field of wood-fired ceramics for a large audience within Estonia.
The Committee for Craft and Design Project Funding is open to artists promoting craft and design in Denmark and Danish craft and design abroad. Grants of up to DKK 100,000 (about 13,400 EUR) are available for projects lasting under six months, and more (paid in installments) for those lasting longer than six months.
The Homiens Art Prize is an international award open to artists from any country working in any medium. The open call is up for the next round of funding! Six winning artists receive an unrestricted $500 grant and have their work exhibited online. Exhibiting artists also have the opportunity to take part in an artist interview for future print/digital publication.
The Cachan Contemporary Art Biennale invites textile artists from around the world to take part in the upcoming “Stretching the Thread” textiles showcase. Two winning artists will benefit from an exhibition, either at L'Orangerie or at the theatre gallery. The first prize also receives a financial endowment of €1,500.
The Holy Art Gallery invites artists to take part in the upcoming group exhibition in West London. Artists from all countries are welcome to submit works in any medium and the theme of the exhibition is open.
January 01 - 05
The Diriyah Art Futures Mazra’ah Media Arts Residency is a year-long programme supporting innovation within new media and digital art. DAF invites artists from around the world, while maintaining a focus on those from the Middle East and North Africa. The DAF hub will provide comfortable and inspiring living spaces, world-class studios and an exhibition production budget while creating opportunities for participants to connect with a diverse network of peers and professionals from across Saudi Arabia and the world.
The Metropolitan Regional Arts Council
The Metropolitan Regional Arts Council’s Next Step Grant is designed for Minnesota artists with a project that has the potential to help them overcome a barrier to success and benefit their career. Project grants up to $6,000 USD are available!
The Museum of Fine Arts Boston has launched Community Arts Initiative: The Artist Project to facilitate collaborations between artists and twelve after-school community organizations in the Boston area. The completed project will be exhibited in the Edward H. Linde Gallery at the MFA, with the Museum providing the selected artist with a stipend of $50,000 and a budget of $5,000 for materials.
FluxusMuseum calls for video art ranging from 1 to 15 minutes in length for the Summer 2025 Experimental Video Exhibition in Paros, Greece. 20-40 artists will be awarded €600 each to assist in executing their proposal. The finished works will then be featured in the gallery space from June – September 2025 as well as online.
Mophradat has partnered once more with Kunstencentrum BUDA and NEXT Festival in Belgium to offer a three-week residency for a performing artist from the Arab world. The selected artist (working with a maximum of three collaborators, i.e. up to four individuals in total) will have their travel and visa costs, per diem, and honoraria covered, in addition to receiving a contribution to their project’s production costs, and a presentation fee for the performance at NEXT Festival.
The Observer’s Anthony Burgess Foundation Prize for Arts Journalism awards cash prizes for authors with work that provides commentary on or review of a wide range of traditional and new arts media, projects and exhibitions. The winning piece is published in the Observer newspaper and awarded £3000, with two runners-up also receiving £500 each.
December 09 - 15
Conundrum Press has opened submissions for the next Mini-Comic Bursary! The annual bursary, aimed to support the under-represented voices in Canada’s comics industry, provides a $1000 to a Black or Indigenous person living in Canada for the creation and production of a mini-comic. This bursary is limited to developing and emerging creators but all ages and genders are welcome.
If you’re a US artist with a project the world needs to see, NYC’s Brooklyn Brewery would like to consider it for one of five upcoming project funding opportunities.
Selected artists receive a $10,000 project grant, a trip to NYC and a feature of their work on Brooklyn Brewery’s platforms in 2025.
Barcelona’s Sónar Festival invites artists to exhibit projects and prototypes at Project Area 2025, where it will be on display for over 25,000 attendees as part of Sónar by Day 2025.
Selected artists will receive a fee of €1,000 for the exhibition in addition to full exhibition support and many other perks during the festival.
The New York Botanical Gardens invites artists to spend nine months focused on gardens and landscapes during the 2025 Larry Lederman Photography Fellowship.
Fellows receive a $20,000 grant, access to NYBG’s 250-acre landscape and historic collections, and an additional stipend to cover the cost of printing and preparing the final portfolio. The fellow will take part in an exhibition arranged by NYBG and a portfolio of at least 20 prints from the Fellow's body of work will be added to the Garden’s Library.
Centralne Muzeum Włókiennictwa
Centralne Muzeum Włókiennictwa invites individual textile artists and artists groups from around the world to submit a collection of work for the 2025 International Triennial of Textiles.
Selected works aligning with the theme of “deconstruction/reconstruction” will form a group exhibition taking place during the Triennial in Łódź, Poland. Round-trip transport costs of the qualifying works will be covered by the Central Museum of Textiles in Łódź.
VisArts invites emerging curators to work with an experienced mentoring curator to develop and present a one-year exhibition at VisArts in the Kaplan Gallery in the fall of 2025.
VisArts will provide the curator with a $10,000 exhibition budget. Additional staff support for printing, promotions, and execution of exhibition programming is available.
December 02 - 08
Cubos Madrid has a rotating open call up for temporary mural designs destined for the city’s infamous Passage of the Plaza de los Cubos. Selected artists will receive a prize of €1,000.00 + VAT for each completed intervention, which lives in the public eye for three months before another mural is commissioned. A photographic record of each intervention will be made and shared on the Madrid Street Art Project social networks.
Blowhammer’s Unfast Fashion Contest invites fashion designers from around the world to rethink the way fashion is created and consumed in this global competition.
The winning designer receives 1,000 € (+VAT) and will have their work published in a printed zine and showcased on Blowhammer’s website and social channels. All finalists will be considered for future brand collaborations.
The Rijksmuseum Fellowship Programme will offer up to six fellowships during the 2025-2026 academic year across four fields of research within the Netherlands’ largest art history museum.
Fellows receive financial support, access to a world-class art collection and immersion in museum operations, workshops and field trips. Selected fellowships also include travel grants, and up to three fellows may stay at the historic Haga House, an Amsterdam School-style building near the museum.
Be Still Media invites artists to submit works in response and reflection to the 2024 Greg Kwedar film, “Sing Sing” with Colman Domingo. Four cash prizes will be awarded for works under five minutes: $6,000 (first), $4,000 (second), $3,000 (third) and $2,000 (people’s choice).
Innovate Grant supports artists and photographers by awarding two $1800 USD grants each quarter. The next open call for another round of funding will close in just over a week! All media and disciplines are accepted, and artists around the world can apply.
ArtX seeks works that question how technology is reshaping our understanding of identity and otherness for the “Synthetica and Alterica” International Contemporary Art Competition and Virtual Exhibition.
Winners receive promotion on media outlets across the UK, US and EU, and have the opportunity to take part in a 2025 group exhibition at ArtX Gallery in Silicon Valley, with 100% of commissions on sales going to the artist.
The G. & A. Mamidakis Foundation Art Prize calls for large-scale, site-specific installation land art to remain on permanent display outdoors.
The selected proposal will be awarded 30,000 € and the Foundation will cover the construction of the work, one return ticket to Crete and accommodation.
November 25 - December 01
The Culterim | Independent Class is a six-month class with an accompanying curriculum. The focus is on the development, experimentation and expansion of the 12-15 participants' own artistic practice. The Culterim | Independent Class plans, curates and produces its own class exhibition, accompanied by the head of class.
Fondazione Pescheria seeks unique digital artworks to display on Biosfera, the 4M-diameter LED sphere located in Piazza del Popolo in Pesaro. One winner and three special mentions will be awarded €4,000 and €500 cash prizes, respectively. Winning audiovisual works will be presented during the closing ceremony of Pesaro Capital of Italian Culture 2024 and included in the performance schedule within Biosfera in the following weeks.
The Copenhagen Municipality invites artists to submit designs for a temporary decoration in the city’s CIty Hall Square and Sønderbro district. Approximately 10 selected artists or artist groups will each receive a fee of DKK 2,500 (about 335€) to prepare a loose sketch proposal. The winner of the open call will be tasked with creating the exhibition and be provided with a NOK 50,000 budget (~ 31,920 DKK or 4280€).
The Evanston Art Center (EAC) seeks a curator from the BIPOC community with ties to the Chicago Metro area and Evanston to take part in the 2025/2026 Curatorial Fellowship. Fellows receive a $2,500 curatorial fee and an exhibition budget of $2,500.
Chulitna Lodge Wilderness Retreat
Chulitna Lodge Wilderness Retreat is inviting artists to Port Alsworth, Alaska this summer for one of three opportunities: a fully funded six-week fellowship, a self-funded artist residency, and a no-application honorary residency. Support varies across the three stay types and includes things like accommodation, travel, meals and more.
The Chicago Sculpture Exhibit invites professional 3D artists to create and install large-scale sculptures within dense urban settings. A $2,000 honorarium will be awarded for each selected work– half paid at contract signing and the remainder at installation. Artwork will remain on display for one calendar year and at least 40 sculptures will be included in the 2025 exhibition.
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Boomer Gallery invites visual artists to display their work in the heart of London’s Tower Bridge District during the first “Transcendence” exhibition. Participating artists receive administrative and graphic design services throughout the exhibition, plus a hosted opening event with refreshments and printed exhibition ephemera.
Divide Magazine has opened the call for the international publication’s 12th issue. Winning artists receive a full feature in the digital magazine and digital promotion across Divide’s newsletter and social media channels.
There are a few days left to submit your work to the next “London Open Art” group exhibition at the Holy Art Gallery in London. Artists from all countries are welcome to submit works in any medium and the theme of the exhibition is open.
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