Award: $10,000 USD for the Grand Prize Winner, with a total category prize pool valued at over $77,000 across cash and gear package awards.CLOSING SOON: JUL 17, 2026
awardApp Fee: $40Dates: March 11, 2026 - October 18, 2026
Who Can Apply: Open to representational visual artists internationally, at any career stage.
The Focus: This annual international prize celebrates excellence in representational visual arts, including realism, surrealism, and lowbrow styles. The award aims to increase artists' visibility and support their careers.
The Funding: The grand prize winner receives $10,000 USD, with a total prize pool of over $77,000. An application fee of $40 is required.
Key Requirements: Applicants must submit their work through the appropriate online entry form for their chosen category.
residencyApp Fee: $0Duration: 210 daysDates: October 2026 – April 2027
Who Can Apply: This opportunity is for emerging to mid-career artists focused on printmaking, papermaking, or book arts.
The Focus: This work-exchange residency offers studio access for artists to improve their printmaking, papermaking, or book arts skills. Residents join a productive community atmosphere, contributing to the center's operations.
The Funding: This is a work-exchange residency providing 24-hour studio access. 8 hours per week work required. Housing and consumable supplies are not included.
Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a letter of intent, resume, and 3-5 work samples. Selected artists work 8 hours/week.