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Ceramics/Craft Opportunities for Artists

Current ceramics/craft opportunities for artists — grants, residencies, fellowships, exhibitions, and open calls, gathered and kept up to date in one place.

Beautiful Bizarre Magazine

Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize 2026

San Francisco, CA· Global
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.
Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize 2026 — Beautiful Bizarre Magazine

Adrienne Stein "Swan Fantasy I"

City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture

ArtsActivate 2027

Dallas, TX
Award: Up to $8,000 USDCLOSING SOON: JUL 20, 2026
grantApp Fee: $0Dates: Projects may begin on or after October 13, 2026.
  • Who Can Apply: Open to individual artists and artist collectives for projects that take place within Dallas city limits.
  • The Focus: This project-based grant supports cultural services that activate Dallas communities. The program aims to create a thriving arts ecosystem for all Dallas residents and visitors.
  • The Funding: Grants provide up to $8,000 for individual artists and artist collectives. Non-profit organizations are eligible for up to $12,000 or $16,000 depending on their annual operating budget. Funding is disbursed across three project milestones.
  • Key Requirements: Proposals must include a public event and be submitted through the online portal.
ArtsActivate 2027 — City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture
UPWARD gallery

Chasing the Wind | Juried Online Art Exhibition

CLOSING SOON: JUL 20, 2026
exhibitionRemoteApp Fee: $15
  • Who Can Apply: Artists 18 and older who are legal residents of the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, or the European Union.
  • The Focus: Juried online art exhibition celebrating travel, discovery, and adventure across all traditional and digital media.
  • The Funding: No monetary award; winners receive publication in UPWARD's Quarterly magazine and website, digital certificates, personal artist page, and social media promotion.
  • Key Requirements: No profanity or political artwork; legal residency in US, Canada, Australia, UK, or EU required.
Chasing the Wind | Juried Online Art Exhibition — UPWARD gallery
Itami City Museum of Art, History and Culture

Open Call for 2026 ITAMI International Craft Exhibition

Itami, Hyogo, Japan· Global
Award: Grand Prix: ¥500,000; 2nd Best Overall Award: ¥400,000; Itami Award: ¥350,000; Gold Award: ¥250,000; Awards for Promising Talent: ¥200,000 each (2 awards); Best Material Award: ¥100,000; Juries' Choice: ¥50,000CLOSING SOON: JUL 24, 2026
awardApp Fee: ¥13,000Dates: Nov 14, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026
  • Who Can Apply: Open to international artists; both individual and group entries welcome
  • The Focus: Craft works centered on Japanese sake vessels and sake cup stands (Shuki Shuhaidai), completed within the last two years
  • The Funding: Grand Prix ¥500,000; multiple awards ranging from ¥50,000 to ¥400,000; application fee ¥13,000 (¥8,000 for artists 25 or under)
  • Key Requirements: Works must be original, unpublished, and not previously exhibited or sold; total artwork price plus shipping and insurance must be under ¥200,000; physical artwork submission required by August 9, 2026
Open Call for 2026 ITAMI International Craft Exhibition — Itami City Museum of Art, History and Culture
Penland School of Craft

Winter Residency Program

Bakersville, NC· Global
CLOSING SOON: JUL 30, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $30Cost to Attend: $500–$1,500Duration: 14–28 days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to artists at any career stage comfortable working independently
  • The Focus: Dedicated studio time for independent creative practice, research, development, or collaborative projects
  • Cost: $500–$1,500 residency fee plus housing ($275–$600 for 2 weeks); limited fellowships available; free weekday lunch
  • Key Requirements: Project proposal, four work samples, CV/résumé, reference contact, preferred session dates
Winter Residency Program — Penland School of Craft

Sasha Baskin

Peters Valley School of Craft

Fall Guest Artist Residency Program

Layton, NJ· Global
Stipend: $600 for two-week residencies and $900 for three-week residenciesCLOSING SOON: JUL 31, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $10Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 14–21 days
  • Who Can Apply: All artists from emerging to professional with experience in Blacksmithing, Ceramics, Fibers, Jewelry/Fine Metals, Wood, or Printmaking; must be able to work independently and have a personal vehicle
  • The Focus: Uninterrupted studio time in fully equipped facilities within a supportive artistic community
  • The Funding: Fully funded: housing, utilities, studio access, plus $600 (two weeks) or $900 (three weeks) stipend
  • Key Requirements: Personal vehicle required; experience with tools and equipment; application fee $10
Fall Guest Artist Residency Program — Peters Valley School of Craft
EKWC (European Ceramic Work Centre)

EKWC Classic Residency

Oisterwijk, Netherlands· Global
Stipend: 75% of actual basic costs covered by EKWC stipendDeadline: AUG 15, 2026
residencyCost to Attend: See detailsDuration: 91 daysDates: 2027–28 period
  • Who Can Apply: Open to creative professionals from all disciplines with an academic qualification and at least two years of independent professional work experience; prior ceramics knowledge not required; EKWC encourages applications from people of all ages, backgrounds, and physical characteristics
  • The Focus: Developing personal artistic practice through 13 weeks of research, experimentation, and project work in ceramics
  • The Funding: Stipend covering 75% of actual residency costs; residents cover remaining 25% of basic costs and all material expenses
  • Key Requirements: Academic qualification; minimum two years independent professional work experience; ambitious workplan with strong concept and experimental approach; complete application with project description, motivation statement, CV, and portfolio; application deadline 15 August 2026
EKWC Classic Residency — EKWC (European Ceramic Work Centre)
James Renwick Alliance for Craft

Chrysalis Award

Washington, DC· National
Award: $5,000Deadline: AUG 23, 2026
awardApp Fee: $0
  • Who Can Apply: US-based emerging artists who have completed academic or self-directed training within the past five years.
  • The Focus: This award supports and inspires emerging US craft artists, with a focus on a different medium each year. The 2026 award recognizes an emerging artist working in ceramics.
  • The Funding: This program provides a $5,000 unrestricted award and has no application fee.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit five images of work completed in the past three years.
Chrysalis Award — James Renwick Alliance for Craft

Alvaro Villa, 2025 Chrysalis Awardee | Clothing Iron Ritual

Northville Art House

Small Works

Northville, MI· National
Award: $700+ in cash & prizes (1st–4th Places & Honorable Mentions)Deadline: AUG 31, 2026
exhibitionApp Fee: $30Dates: November 13 – December 18, 2026
  • Who Can Apply: U.S. artists 18 and over
  • The Focus: Original 2D and 3D artworks 16 inches or less (including frame), created within the last 10 years, not previously exhibited at the Art House
  • The Funding: $700+ in cash and prizes for 1st–4th Places and Honorable Mentions
  • Key Requirements: Submit up to 4 original artworks; all media allowed except film, video, electronic, and AI-generated work; artwork must be in excellent condition and ready for sale
Small Works — Northville Art House

A Tidier (and Tinier) Workspace than Mine by Alexandra Wormley, 2025 Award Winner

Estonian Academy of Arts

Open Call for STRIKE, iron while it's hot! An exhibition of contemporary blacksmithing

Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia· Global
Deadline: SEP 1, 2026
exhibitionApp Fee: $0Dates: Oct 23, 2026 – Dec 31, 2027
  • Who Can Apply: International jewellery artists, blacksmiths, casters, sculptors, fabricators, researchers, students, and educators
  • The Focus: Contemporary blacksmithing and iron-based art exploring materiality, experimental approaches, and strong artistic concepts in sculpture, objects, and wearables
  • The Funding: No monetary award; free participation; artist covers shipping to Tallinn; IronNotes covers return shipping
  • Key Requirements: One artwork per applicant created in 2024 or later; max 50 kg, max packed size 1100×700×600 mm; PDF application (max 5 MB) with photos, title, materials, dimensions, concept (max 500 characters), and artist bio (max 500 characters); artwork must be available for full exhibition period (23 October 2026–December 2027)
Open Call for STRIKE, iron while it's hot! An exhibition of contemporary blacksmithing — Estonian Academy of Arts
Ohio Arts Council

Individual Excellence Awards

Columbus, OH
Award: $5,000Deadline: SEP 1, 2026
awardApp Fee: $0
  • Who Can Apply: Creative artists over 18 who have been Ohio residents for at least one year are eligible; students are excluded.
  • The Focus: This award recognizes outstanding accomplishments and the exceptional merit of an Ohio artist's past body of work. It provides resources to experiment, develop skills, and advance careers.
  • The Funding: This program provides a fixed award of $5,000 with no application fee.
  • Key Requirements: Applications are reviewed anonymously and require work samples, a narrative statement, and a philosophy statement without any identifying information.
Individual Excellence Awards — Ohio Arts Council

Donald Black Jr

Kone Foundation

Annual Grant Call

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland· National
Award: Monthly stipends €2,700–€3,800 EUR + project expense coverageDeadline: SEP 15, 2026
grantApp Fee: €0
  • Who Can Apply: Finnish citizens can apply (work in Finland or abroad). Non-Finnish citizens only if affiliated with a Finnish institution, based in Finland, or the work is carried out in Finland.
  • The Focus: Supports bold, long-term projects in all fields of art, humanities, social sciences, and environmental sciences. The foundation values academic and artistic freedom, a plurality of voices, and crossing disciplinary borders.
  • The Funding: Funding includes personal monthly grants from €2,700 to €3,600, plus project-specific expenses, with no application fee.
  • Key Requirements: Applications require a CV, portfolio or publication list, a detailed work or research plan, and a budget.
Annual Grant Call — Kone Foundation
Jentel Artist Residency

Jentel Artist Residency

Banner, WY· National
Stipend: $100 per week for three weeks.Deadline: SEP 15, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $30Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 22 days
  • Who Can Apply: Artists, writers, and composers over 25 residing in the United States are eligible; full-time students are not.
  • The Focus: This residency supports focused artists, writers, and composers with a personal vision, whether emerging or established. Residents receive private accommodations and studio space in a rural Wyoming setting to achieve personal artistic goals.
  • The Funding: A $300 stipend is provided. The application fee is $30, but there are no other program fees.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit an online application via Submittable with a resume, work sample, and three character statements.
Jentel Artist Residency — Jentel Artist Residency
Handwerkskammer für München und Oberbayern

Open Call for TALENTE münchen. Masters of the Future 2027

Munich, Bavaria, Germany· Global
Award: Bavarian States Prize: €5,000, gold medal, certificate; Talente-Prize: catalogue entry and certificate (8 awards)Deadline: OCT 1, 2026
awardApp Fee: €0Duration: 5 daysDates: Mar 10, 2027 – Mar 14, 2027Travel Included
  • Who Can Apply: International young talents in design (max 33 years old) or technology (max 35 years old); applicants exceeding age limit may apply up to 2 years after completing apprenticeship or studies
  • The Focus: Showcasing exceptional handmade work in applied arts and technology by emerging craftspeople and designers
  • The Funding: Bavarian States Prize: €5,000 plus gold medal and certificate; Talente-Prize: catalogue entry and certificate (8 awards); publicly funded exhibition space and partial transport coverage
  • Key Requirements: Work must be handmade by the applicant; demonstrate formal or technical considerations and experiments showing something new and exceptional
Open Call for TALENTE münchen. Masters of the Future 2027 — Handwerkskammer für München und Oberbayern
The Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park

Studio Artist Residency

Koka City, Shiga, Japan· Global
Deadline: OCT 31, 2026
residencyCost to Attend: See detailsDuration: 60–364 daysDates: April 1, 2027 - March 31, 2028
  • Who Can Apply: Open to ceramic and visual artists worldwide, aged 20 or older, from aspiring to accomplished career stages.
  • The Focus: This self-directed residency allows artists to freely pursue their work in a stimulating, international creative environment. The program is located in Shigaraki, a historic center for Japanese ceramics.
  • The Funding: This is a fee-based residency. Artists are responsible for all studio, accommodation, material, travel, and living expenses.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a biography, artist statement, residency plan, and up to four images of past work online.
Studio Artist Residency — The Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park
The Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park

Guest Artist Residency (Japan Residents)

Koka City, Shiga, Japan· National
Stipend: ¥0–¥200,000Deadline: OCT 31, 2026
residencyCost to Attend: See detailsDuration: 60–269 daysDates: July 1, 2027 - March 31, 2028Travel Included
  • Who Can Apply: Open exclusively to emerging ceramicists or visual artists residing in Japan, aged 20 or older.
  • The Focus: This partially-funded residency provides an opportunity for emerging artists to develop their practice at a renowned ceramics center. The program aims to support artists who will positively influence the resident community and local industry.
  • The Funding: Provides an honorarium of up to 200,000 JPY, a materials budget up to 100,000 JPY, and firing costs up to 110,000 JPY.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants submit a biography, statement, and residency plan. Selected artists are requested to donate an artwork to the institution.
Guest Artist Residency (Japan Residents) — The Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park
Artadia

Artadia Awards - Houston

Houston, TX
Award: $15,000Deadline: NOV 1, 2026
awardApp Fee: $0
  • Who Can Apply: Contemporary visual artists who have lived and worked in Harris County for at least two consecutive years are eligible.
  • The Focus: This merit-based award recognizes visionary artists with unrestricted funds to support their practice. The program aims to provide significant financial support, exposure, and recognition within the contemporary art world.
  • The Funding: Three artists will receive unrestricted awards of $15,000 each, with no application fee.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit work samples (images and/or video), a CV, and an artist statement of 200 words or less.
Artadia Awards - Houston — Artadia

Ian Gerson

Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts

Long-Term Residency

Helena, MT· Global
Stipend: $7,500 per year (fellowship award)Deadline: DEC 17, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Duration: 365–730 days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to ceramic artists of all stages
  • The Focus: One-year ceramic arts residency with studio access and community engagement
  • The Funding: $7,500 fellowship award per year (non-renewable)
  • Key Requirements: Submit CV, artist statement, letter of intent, 3 references, and 20 digital images of recent work
Long-Term Residency — Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts

Janina Myronowa

Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts

Summer Residencies

Helena, MT· Global
Stipend: $1,500 fellowship per residentDeadline: DEC 17, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Duration: 90 daysDates: June 1 – last week of August
  • Who Can Apply: Open to ceramic artists of all career stages
  • The Focus: Summer residency for ceramic artists to work at the Bray
  • The Funding: $1,500 fellowship per resident
  • Key Requirements: Submit 20 digital images, artist statement, letter of intent, CV, and 3 references
Summer Residencies — Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts
Allan Hancock College

Part-Time Faculty - Three-Dimensional Arts, Sculpture, Ceramics, 3-Design

Santa Maria, CA· National
Pay: $56.46 - $86.44 HourlyDeadline: DEC 31, 2026
jobApp Fee: $0
  • Who Can Apply: Requires a Master’s in fine arts/art/art history, or a Bachelor's in those fields plus a Master's in Humanities. Must have US work authorization.
  • The Focus: Teach college-level courses in ceramics, sculpture, 3-D design, and wheel-throwing. Responsibilities include curriculum development, student consultation, and maintaining expertise in current technologies.
  • Compensation: Hourly compensation ranges from $36.33 to $86.44, depending on the type of instruction (lecture, lab, or activity) and the candidate's experience.
  • Key Requirements: This is a part-time position. Applicants must submit a current resume and transcripts via the college's HR website.
Part-Time Faculty - Three-Dimensional Arts, Sculpture, Ceramics, 3-Design — Allan Hancock College
The Virginia A. Groot Foundation

Virginia A. Groot Foundation Grant

Lake Forest, IL· Global
Award: $20,000, $30,000, and $60,000Deadline: JAN 10, 2027
grantApp Fee: $0
  • Who Can Apply: International sculptors and ceramic artists aged 21 or older, at any career stage, are eligible to apply.
  • The Focus: This merit-based grant supports sculptors and ceramic artists by providing funds to devote substantial time to their work. The award recognizes exceptional talent and is intended to help artists further their careers and develop their practice.
  • The Funding: Three unrestricted grants of $60,000, $30,000, and $20,000 are awarded annually to support artists' living and creative expenses.
  • Key Requirements: Applications are judged on the quality of work samples and a project proposal submitted via the online portal.
Virginia A. Groot Foundation Grant — The Virginia A. Groot Foundation

Richard Notkin

Landis & Gyr Foundation

Artist Grants

Zug, ZG, Switzerland· National
Award: CHF 30,000Deadline: JAN 31, 2027
grant
  • Who Can Apply: Swiss artists or Swiss residents with an outstanding professional track record; students and emerging artists are not eligible.
  • The Focus: This grant recognizes outstanding artistic work and supports established professionals in concentrating on a specific project. The award encourages experimental and innovative exploration within the artist's practice.
  • The Funding: This program awards ten grants of CHF 30,000 each, from which mandatory social insurance contributions are deducted.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a motivation letter, a portfolio of recent work, and a project description online.
Artist Grants — Landis & Gyr Foundation

Tron Le

Arts Gowanus

Gowanus Affordable Studio Program

Brooklyn, NY
Award: $1 USDDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $1–$20
  • Who Can Apply: NYC-based fine artists working across a wide range of visual media, with priority given to displaced Gowanus artists.
  • The Focus: This program provides long-term, affordable studio space to artists to ensure a sustainable creative community in Gowanus. It is a direct result of a Community Benefits Agreement from the Gowanus Rezoning.
  • The Funding: This is not a funded opportunity; artists rent subsidized studios at a rate of $1.66 per square foot per month.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit up to 8 work samples and either a CV, a letter from an arts professional, or a statement/biography.
Gowanus Affordable Studio Program — Arts Gowanus
AADK Spain

Cruce, Espacio para la Transformación

Blanca, Murcia, Spain· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €350–€1,000Duration: 14–90 daysDates: January - December 2026
  • Who Can Apply: Open to creators from all disciplines seeking a flexible, self-directed residency for work or rest.
  • The Focus: This is a self-directed, open-theme residency for autonomous and flexible work. It is designed as a retreat for personal research, remote work, or rest in Blanca, Murcia.
  • The Funding: Fees range from €350 to €1000 per month depending on accommodation. Other services like studio space and mentoring are available a la carte.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants choose their desired services and accommodation via a modular system using the online application form.
Cruce, Espacio para la Transformación — AADK Spain
Arts Gowanus

Arts Gowanus Fellowship Program

Brooklyn, NY
Award: $12,000 USD (In-kind)Deadline: Rolling
fellowshipApp Fee: $0Duration: 365 daysDates: Fellowships begin on a rolling basis.
  • Who Can Apply: Open to Brooklyn-based, low-income artists and makers in any medium and at all career stages.
  • The Focus: This fellowship provides a free studio space and career development to support a sustainable art practice. The year-long program culminates in a public exhibition supported by Arts Gowanus.
  • The Funding: The fellowship covers the full cost of a studio for one year and provides tailored material and production support.
  • Key Requirements: Requires a 10-hour weekly studio commitment, participation in programming, and a portfolio of 5-10 recent artworks.
Arts Gowanus Fellowship Program — Arts Gowanus
Cove Park

Open Residencies

Peaton Hill, AGB, United Kingdom· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: £0Cost to Attend: £550–£750Duration: 3–120 days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to artists, cultural practitioners, writers, and researchers in all disciplines and at any career stage, globally.
  • The Focus: This is a self-directed residency for practitioners with their own funding. The program offers time and space in a unique rural setting in Scotland overlooking Loch Long.
  • The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with weekly costs for single occupancy accommodation ranging from £550 to £750.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit an online enquiry form to be considered for this rolling opportunity.
Open Residencies — Cove Park

Toby Patterson

Casa Garcés

Casa Garcés Artist Residency Program

Berdún, Huesca, Spain· Global
Award: €300/week fee + 33% subsidy, accommodation + facilities includedDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €600–€2,571Duration: 14–60 daysDates: March 1 to November 30, annually
  • Who Can Apply: Open to multidisciplinary artists, researchers, and collectives from around the world at all career stages.
  • The Focus: This self-directed residency supports artistic creation in a rural setting, emphasizing exchange with other creators and the local community. The program offers an immersive experience with personalized support and mentorship.
  • The Funding: This is a fee-based residency costing €300 per week plus VAT; funding and scholarship opportunities are assessed individually.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants should submit a proposal via email to the organization.
Casa Garcés Artist Residency Program — Casa Garcés
FARM STUDIO

International Artist Residency

Andore, RJ, India· Global
Award: $800 USDDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $800Duration: 26 daysDates: January 3-28, 2027; February 3-28, 2027
  • Who Can Apply: Emerging and established international artists, curators, and art critics working across a wide range of disciplines are invited to apply.
  • The Focus: This program fosters exchange and collaboration between international contemporary artists and a rural Indian community. Residents create in a quiet environment, engaging with local culture and artisans.
  • The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with a fee of $800 USD covering accommodation, meals, and studio access.
  • Key Requirements: Applications are selected based on the quality of the proposal, support materials, and a willingness to engage with the community.
International Artist Residency — FARM STUDIO
Nordingrå Konstby

Nordingrå Art Village Artist Residency

Nordingrå, Sweden· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: SEK 0Cost to Attend: SEK 2,200–SEK 6,625Duration: 14–28 daysDates: Year-round
  • Who Can Apply: Open to cultural workers of all disciplines and career stages from any location.
  • The Focus: This self-directed residency offers a place for development, rest, and focus in a rural art village. The program encourages artists to find a second home in the beautiful High Coast landscape of Sweden.
  • The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with fees ranging from 2,200 to 6,625 SEK for a 2-4 week stay.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must email a CV or a brief description of their work before booking a room online.
Nordingrå Art Village Artist Residency — Nordingrå Konstby
CERF+

Emergency Relief Grant

Brattleboro, VT· National
Award: $3,000Deadline: Rolling
grantApp Fee: $0
  • Who Can Apply: Craft artists aged 18+ who have been residing and working in the U.S. or its territories for the past two years.
  • The Focus: This grant provides financial assistance to craft artists who have experienced a recent, unforeseen, and substantially disruptive emergency or disaster.
  • The Funding: This program provides a one-time, unrestricted award of $3,000 USD to eligible artists.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must complete an online application with supporting documentation and undergo an ID verification process.
Emergency Relief Grant — CERF+
John Michael Kohler Arts Center

Kohler Arts/Industry Residency

Kohler, WI· Global
Stipend: A stipend of $5000 is paid out across four equal payments.Deadline: TBD
residencyApp Fee: $25Duration: 90 daysTravel Included
  • Who Can Apply: Open to artists from all disciplines and career stages, including international applicants. No specific material experience is required.
  • The Focus: This residency connects artists with the industrial resources and materials of the Kohler Co. factory to explore new ideas. Artists work for three months in either the Pottery or Foundry, gaining new skills in a unique manufacturing environment.
  • The Funding: The program provides a $5,000 stipend, housing, round-trip transportation, industrial materials, and full use of the facilities.
  • Key Requirements: Applications require an artist statement, statement of interest, statement of experience, 10 images, and two references.
Kohler Arts/Industry Residency — John Michael Kohler Arts Center
The Pennsylvania State University

Assistant Teaching Professor of Art - Ceramics (One Year Contract)

University Park, PA· National
Deadline: Rolling
jobDuration: 252 daysDates: Fall 2026
  • Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in a related field with a focus in ceramics, an ongoing studio practice, and strong communication skills.
  • The Focus: Responsibilities include teaching three ceramics courses per semester, assisting with studio/kiln oversight, conducting scholarly work, and performing university service.
  • Compensation: Compensation includes a competitive benefits package with medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement plans, and a 75% tuition discount. Salary not specified.
  • Key Requirements: This is a full-time, nine-month contract starting Fall 2026. Application requires CV, cover letter, portfolio, and references.
Assistant Teaching Professor of Art - Ceramics (One Year Contract) — The Pennsylvania State University
PIGPRINTS

PigPrints Residency for Artists of All Disciplines

Milan, MI, Italy· Global
Award: €800/week studio and accommodation feeDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €800–€1,600Duration: 7–14 days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to non-printmaker artists including painters, multimedia artists, drawing specialists, ceramists, writers, and musicians.
  • The Focus: This program offers non-printmakers exclusive 24/7 access to a private live/work studio space in Milan. It provides a tranquil environment for focused creation in various disciplines.
  • The Funding: The residency costs €800 per week, covering exclusive 24/7 use of the studio, apartment, and basic amenities.
  • Key Requirements: Application is via email inquiry, with acceptance based on a discussion about the artist's practice and its suitability for the space.
PigPrints Residency for Artists of All Disciplines — PIGPRINTS
Palazzo Monti

Artist Residency Program

Brescia, BS, Italy· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Duration: 7–45 days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to Italian and international artists of any age, gender, or medium
  • The Focus: An incubator for creativity in a 13th-century palazzo with 18th-century frescoes, offering artists inspiration, new relationships, and a unique historical setting to create work
  • The Funding: Free accommodation and studio space; artists cover production, travel, and living costs
  • Key Requirements: Email a short bio and PDF portfolio of work
Artist Residency Program — Palazzo Monti
Córtex Frontal

Artist-in-Residence Program 2026

Arraiolos, Portugal· Global
Award: €275/week residency with accommodation, studio, utilities, and supportDeadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €1,100–€3,536Duration: 28–90 days
  • Who Can Apply: Artists from diverse disciplines, including duos and groups, are welcome to apply.
  • The Focus: This program provides time and space for artists to develop projects. It fosters knowledge sharing and connection with the local community and region.
  • The Funding: The residency costs 275€ per week, covering program participation, private accommodation, studio, and utilities.
  • Key Requirements: The minimum residency period is 4 weeks, with a maximum of 3 months; an online interview is required.
Artist-in-Residence Program 2026 — Córtex Frontal
JUPITERFAB

Art Residency Guadalajara

Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €550–€3,300Duration: 30–180 days
  • Who Can Apply: International artists and duos from various disciplines are welcome, with special attention given to projects with social impact.
  • The Focus: This residency supports art projects inspired by Guadalajara, Mexico, with a focus on creating social impact. It offers an immersive experience in the city's vibrant Colonia Americana, encouraging a deep understanding of local culture.
  • The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with a monthly fee of €550; artists are responsible for all material costs.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants apply via a Google Form and are encouraged to present their work to the local community in a final event.
Art Residency Guadalajara — JUPITERFAB
Künstlerhof Frohnau

Independent Residencies

Berlin, BE, Germany· Global
Award: Self-funded artist studio fees: €800–€1,300/monthDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €800–€1,300Duration: 14 days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to international artists, researchers, and cultural producers across all disciplines for a self-funded, self-organized residency.
  • The Focus: This program offers a self-directed residency for independent projects in a quiet, inspiring former hospital complex. The residency is located in a forest on the outskirts of Berlin, providing a retreat with city access.
  • The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with participation fees ranging from €800 to €1,300 per month, depending on studio size.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a short letter of motivation and a link to current artistic work via the online booking form.
Independent Residencies — Künstlerhof Frohnau
RISD

Continuing Education Instructor, Creative Jewelry Making

Providence, RI
Deadline: Rolling
jobApp Fee: $0Duration: 42 daysDates: November 2, 2026 - December 17, 2026
  • Who Can Apply: Requires a Bachelor's degree (MFA preferred) or equivalent established professional practice in the area of study.
  • The Focus: The role involves teaching a 6-week evening course on jewelry making techniques without soldering, such as lost wax casting.
  • Compensation: See listing
  • Key Requirements: Commitment is for 6 weeks, one evening per week in Providence, RI. Applicants must submit a resume and a statement.
Continuing Education Instructor, Creative Jewelry Making — RISD
Penland School of Craft

Call for Workshop Instructors

Bakersville, NC· Global
Deadline: Rolling
gig/freelance
  • Who Can Apply: Experienced artists and educators with strong technical skills, good interpersonal skills, and a willingness to share information.
  • The Focus: This call seeks instructors for immersive craft workshops that are innovative and advance contemporary craft expressions. Proposals are also welcome for classes that emphasize historic information and processes.
  • Compensation: This is a paid teaching opportunity; specific honorarium amounts are not listed.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a workshop proposal through the school's SlideRoom portal.
Call for Workshop Instructors — Penland School of Craft
Tarrant County College

Instructor, Art - Northwest Campus

Fort Worth, TX
Pay: $64,118 USDDeadline: Rolling
job
  • Who Can Apply: Requires a Master's degree in Art or a Master's with 18 graduate hours in Arts from a regionally accredited university.
  • The Focus: The instructor will prepare and deliver art instruction, develop curricula, and assess student learning at the Northwest Campus. This role reports to the campus department instructional leader and works collaboratively with colleagues.
  • Compensation: Starting annual salary is $64,118.00, commensurate with education and experience. This is a full-time, regular position.
  • Key Requirements: This is a full-time faculty position. Applicants must provide a portfolio and examples of professional artwork if selected for an interview.
Instructor, Art - Northwest Campus — Tarrant County College
Aviario Studio

Aviário Studio Multidisciplinary Residency

Ferreira do Zêzere, Portugal· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €600–€7,714Duration: 14–180 days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to emerging, mid-career, and established artists working across a range of visual art disciplines.
  • The Focus: A customizable residency in central Portugal for research, experimentation, or production. Artists can choose a self-directed, guided, or assisted-production format.
  • The Funding: This is a fee-based residency, with costs for studio and housing starting at €300 per week.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a proposal via the online form to receive a customized plan and fee quotation.
Aviário Studio Multidisciplinary Residency — Aviario Studio
Umpqua Community College

Part-Time Faculty: Visual Arts/Studio Art Instructor (Pool)

Roseburg, OR
Deadline: Rolling
jobApp Fee: $0
  • Who Can Apply: Requires an MA or MFA in Visual Art or a specific medium, with prior teaching experience preferred. Must reside in Oregon.
  • The Focus: Teach first and second-year college-level visual art courses in areas like design, ceramics, drawing, and painting. This is a pooled, part-time faculty position.
  • Compensation: Salary depends on qualifications. As a part-time position, it may not include the benefits listed for full-time employees.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, a list of three professional references, and unofficial educational transcripts.
Part-Time Faculty: Visual Arts/Studio Art Instructor (Pool) — Umpqua Community College
18th Street Arts Center

Visiting Artist Residency

Santa Monica, CA· Global
Award: $400 USDDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $400–$6,000Duration: 30–90 days
  • Who Can Apply: Professional artists of all generations and nationalities are welcome, including visual artists, curators, writers, musicians, and performing artists.
  • The Focus: This is a research and production-based residency for international and US-based artists. Residents are situated in a vibrant Santa Monica arts community with live/work studios.
  • The Funding: Artists are encouraged to secure their own funding, with subsidized live/work studios costing between $400 and $6,000 for the full term.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a letter of interest, CV, work samples, and a statement about their funding support.
Visiting Artist Residency — 18th Street Arts Center

Jumatatu Poe and Jermone Donte Beacham

Hub Feenix

Hub Feenix Artist Residency

Meltola, Etelä-Karjala, Finland· Global
Award: €800/month residency fee + €100 deposit + €60–€80/month heatingDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €800–€2,400Duration: 30–90 daysDates: April through December, annually
  • Who Can Apply: Creatives in visual arts, craft, design, performance, music, writing, and curatorial practice are welcome to apply.
  • The Focus: This residency offers uninterrupted time for deep focus in a quiet, rural Finnish forest setting. It fosters a supportive, thoughtful community within a restored historic sanatorium.
  • The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with a monthly fee of €800, which includes accommodation and studio access.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a free-form application, CV, and work samples as a single PDF via email.
Hub Feenix Artist Residency — Hub Feenix
Collar Works

Artist Proposals - Ongoing

Troy, NY· Global
Deadline: Rolling
exhibition
  • Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and underrepresented artists working in any media.
  • The Focus: This is a rolling call for artists to submit work for consideration across all of Collar Works' programs. This includes gallery exhibitions and site-specific installations.
  • The Funding: Specific financial details and stipend amounts are not listed.
  • Key Requirements: Artists must submit their work via the online submission form for consideration by the exhibitions committee.
Artist Proposals - Ongoing — Collar Works
Cuyahoga Community College

Adjunct Faculty, Art (3D)

Cleveland, OH
Pay: $942 USDDeadline: Rolling
job
  • Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in a 3D art discipline, three years experience as a practicing artist, and Ohio residency.
  • The Focus: Teach a range of 3D art studio courses including Ceramics, 3-D Foundations, and/or Sculpture. This role reports to the Associate Dean.
  • Compensation: Compensation is a set rate of $942.00 per Equated Semester Unit (ESU).
  • Key Requirements: This is a part-time position. Applicants must submit an unofficial transcript and any relevant certifications with their application.
Adjunct Faculty, Art (3D) — Cuyahoga Community College
Det Vilde Spinderi

Residency at Det Vilde Spinderi

Nykøbing Sjælland, Region Sjælland, Denmark· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €850–€950Duration: By Month
  • Who Can Apply: This opportunity is for artists, designers, and creatives with an interest in textiles, wool, and sustainable craft practices.
  • The Focus: This program offers immersion in a micro wool spinning mill focused on processing local, sustainable wool. Residents work alongside mill staff in a collaborative environment, with access to extensive textile workshops.
  • The Funding: Short-term stay: 950 €/month. Long-term stay: 890 €/month. The residency provides accommodation, studio access, and use of basic materials and leftover wool, but does not offer a stipend.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a motivation statement, a project description or artistic exploration plan, and examples of previous work.
Residency at Det Vilde Spinderi — Det Vilde Spinderi
Residencia Corazón

Residencia Corazón Argentina – Program 1: Spotlight Journey

La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $1,500Duration: 30+ days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and established visual artists, photographers, and interdisciplinary practitioners from around the world
  • The Focus: Full immersion with dedicated studio time, curatorial support, and solo exhibition at the end of residency
  • Cost: USD 1,500 per month; host provides exhibition, curatorial support, studio access, and research assistance; artist covers travel, living costs, and materials
  • Key Requirements: Minimum 1-month stay; free application; invitation letters issued within 24 hours for grant applicants
Residencia Corazón Argentina – Program 1: Spotlight Journey — Residencia Corazón
Old Dominion University

Adjunct Assistant Professor

Norfolk, VA· Global
Deadline: Rolling
jobDuration: 300 daysDates: Position starts on or after July 25, 2026.
  • Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in studio art, university-level teaching experience, and a robust studio practice with an exhibition record.
  • The Focus: The role involves teaching 100 and 200 level studio art courses on the Norfolk campus. This is a part-time, 10-month appointment with potential for renewal.
  • Compensation: Compensation not publicly listed; inquire with the employer.
  • Key Requirements: This is a part-time, in-person position. Requires a cover letter, CV, media portfolio, transcripts, and three professional references.
Adjunct Assistant Professor — Old Dominion University
Residencia Corazón

Residencia Corazón Argentina – Program 2: Immersive Journey

La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $900Duration: 15+ days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and established visual artists, photographers, and interdisciplinary practitioners from around the world
  • The Focus: Focused creative retreat for developing or advancing a project without exhibition requirement
  • Cost: USD 900 per month; host provides curatorial support, studio access, and research assistance; artist covers travel, living costs, and materials
  • Key Requirements: Minimum 15-day stay; free application; invitation letters issued within 24 hours for grant applicants
Residencia Corazón Argentina – Program 2: Immersive Journey — Residencia Corazón
Victoria College

Art Instructor

Victoria, TX· National
Pay: $5,453 USDDeadline: Rolling
jobApp Fee: $0Duration: 270 daysDates: Starts August 2026
  • Who Can Apply: Requires a Master's degree with 18+ graduate hours in art/studio art and a background in 3D/ceramics.
  • The Focus: The role involves teaching ceramics, 3-D design, art appreciation, and art history courses at the college level. The instructor will also teach dual credit classes and participate in committee work.
  • Compensation: Monthly salary ranges from $5,453 to $6,143 for a nine-month contract, plus a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance.
  • Key Requirements: This is a full-time, nine-month tenure track position starting August 2026. Applicants must submit a portfolio of personal and student work.
Art Instructor — Victoria College
HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College

Adjunct Faculty - Fine Arts

Harrisburg, PA
Pay: $1,442 USDDeadline: Rolling
job
  • Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in Fine Arts or a related field, such as Ceramics, and experience with studio art instruction.
  • The Focus: This role involves providing academic instruction and student support for fine arts classes on a semester-by-semester basis. The instructor develops course materials and instructional methods for assigned courses.
  • Compensation: Compensation is no less than $1,442 per credit hour or workload rate.
  • Key Requirements: This is a part-time adjunct position hired on a semester basis; instructors must provide their own computer equipment.
Adjunct Faculty - Fine Arts — HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College
Bridge Guard Residence Centre

Bridge Guard Art / Science Residence

Štúrovo, Nitriansky kraj, Slovakia· Global
Stipend: €450 per monthDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €0Duration: 90–180 days
  • Who Can Apply: Artists, scientists, or other professionals whose work bridges boundaries, connects disciplines, or utilizes various media; individuals or groups up to two.
  • The Focus: This residency supports projects focused on uniting, connecting, and bridging conceptual, social, or political divides. Residents work freely in Štúrovo, Slovakia, on the border with Hungary.
  • The Funding: The program provides free accommodation, a studio, and a monthly stipend of €450 for living costs.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a CV, work samples, and a project description. A daily log, community engagement, and artwork donation are required.
Bridge Guard Art / Science Residence — Bridge Guard Residence Centre
Hope College

Visiting Assistant Professor of Studio Art in Sculpture and Ceramics

Holland, MI· National
Deadline: Rolling
jobDuration: 365 daysDates: Beginning Fall 2026
  • Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA degree in studio art. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to the college's Christian liberal arts mission.
  • The Focus: The role involves teaching basic sculpture and ceramics courses to a mix of students. The position carries a teaching load of three courses per semester.
  • Compensation: Compensation is not publicly listed, but the full-time position is benefits-eligible. Inquire with the employer for salary details.
  • Key Requirements: This is a one-year position beginning Fall 2026. Requires a cover letter, CV, transcripts, references, and mission response.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Studio Art in Sculpture and Ceramics — Hope College
Røst AiR

Røst AiR Residency

Røst, Nordland, Norway· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: NOK 0Duration: 30 daysTravel Included
  • Who Can Apply: Artists of all disciplines and career stages with an interest in the program's ecological and de-colonial focus are welcome.
  • The Focus: This residency supports site-specific, process-based work exploring ecology, de-colonial thought, and geopolitics. It offers a communal living experience on a remote island in Northern Norway.
  • The Funding: The residency provides a combined living/working space, food, a grant for green travel, and sometimes a materials stipend.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a CV, biography, and an artistic proposal relating their work to the residency's environmental context via email.
Røst AiR Residency — Røst AiR
La Ira De Dios

La Ira De Dios Residency

Buenos Aires, Argentina· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $900Duration: 28–56 days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to visual artists, performing artists, and curators from Argentina and internationally
  • The Focus: Contemporary art residency with emphasis on artistic exchange, experimentation, and collaborative practice
  • Cost: US$900 per month covers accommodation and working space; LID provides grants to Argentine artists and develops specific opportunities for international participants
  • Key Requirements: Submit sample of previous work, outline of project concepts, and CV via email
La Ira De Dios Residency — La Ira De Dios

La Ira De Dios studio space

University of Arizona

Limited Term Adjunct Instructor (Studio Art)

Tucson, AZ· National
Pay: $5,000 - $6,000 per courseDeadline: Rolling
jobDuration: 105 daysDates: Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027
  • Who Can Apply: Requires a Master's degree in a related discipline; a terminal degree and university-level teaching experience are preferred.
  • The Focus: Teach one or more undergraduate courses in a Studio Art discipline, such as 2D, 3D, or photography. Appointments are for a single semester.
  • Compensation: Compensation is $5,000 - $6,000 per course taught. This is a part-time position and is not benefits-eligible.
  • Key Requirements: Part-time, one-semester appointment. Requires CV, cover letter, and a portfolio of 20 images of personal artwork.
Limited Term Adjunct Instructor (Studio Art) — University of Arizona
Fish Factory Creative Centre

Fish Factory Artist Residency

Stöðvarfjörður, Iceland· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: ISK 0Cost to Attend: ISK 110,000–ISK 160,000Duration: 17–27 daysTravel Included
  • Who Can Apply: Open to international visual artists and creatives for self-directed work. Musicians should apply to the separate music residency program.
  • The Focus: This self-directed residency provides time for focused work and experimentation in a remote Icelandic village. The program emphasizes community through shared living and informal creative exchange.
  • The Funding: This is a fee-based residency costing 110,000-160,000 ISK per period, which includes housing and studio access.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a completed form, a CV or link to website/social media, and 5-10 recent work samples.
Fish Factory Artist Residency — Fish Factory Creative Centre
City of Austin, Art in Public Places

The People's Gallery Exhibition 2026-28

Austin, TX
Award: $300 USD (Honorarium)Deadline: TBD
exhibitionApp Fee: $0
  • Who Can Apply: This opportunity is open to local and regional visual artists based in the Austin area.
  • The Focus: This program selects artists for a two-year exhibition at Austin City Hall, aiming to reflect the city's artistic excellence. The show is designed to encourage public dialogue and enjoyment of visual art in a highly visible civic space.
  • The Funding: There is no direct funding, but artists may offer their work for sale with 100% of the proceeds handled directly.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants are required to submit an artist statement, images of their artwork, and a completed application form.
The People's Gallery Exhibition 2026-28 — City of Austin, Art in Public Places
ACENTRICSPACE®无央空间

Artist-in-Residence Program

Shanghai, 上海市, China· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: CN¥0Cost to Attend: CN¥7,700–CN¥22,000Duration: 30–90 days
  • Who Can Apply: Open to all contemporary artists globally, from emerging to established career stages, who are capable of working and living independently.
  • The Focus: This program encourages artists to create a new body of work and engage with local and international artists. The residency is set in Zhujiajiao, a historic water town in Shanghai, offering a unique cultural environment for inspiration.
  • The Funding: This is a fee-based residency with no stipend; artists are responsible for all personal, travel, and material costs.
  • Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a portfolio, artist bio or statement, and a brief residency proposal via the online form or email.
Artist-in-Residence Program — ACENTRICSPACE®无央空间