Current jewelry opportunities for artists — grants, residencies, fellowships, exhibitions, and open calls, gathered and kept up to date in one place.
SPRING/BREAK Art Show
Call for Artist Spotlight Applications | SPRING/BREAK Art Show NYC 2026
New York, NY· Global
CLOSING SOON: AUG 31, 2026
exhibitionApp Fee: $55Duration: 6 daysDates: September 23–28, 2026
Who Can Apply: Open to visual artists.
The Focus: Curated Artist Spotlight section for solo or salon-style group exhibitions; the 2026 theme “Hide N Seek” emphasizes coded meaning, symbolism, surrealism, and hidden artistic intention.
The Funding: No cash award or stipend is stated. Application fees range from $30 to $55 by deadline; selected artists are subject to cost-sharing and consignment terms.
Key Requirements: Complete the JotForm application, submit up to five final artworks ready to hang or display, and pay the applicable nonrefundable application fee.
Open Call for STRIKE, iron while it's hot! An exhibition of contemporary blacksmithing
Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia· Global
CLOSING SOON: 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)
grantApp Fee: $0Duration: Projects must occur between January 1, 2027 and December 31, 2027; all funds must be expended by June 30, 2028.Dates: Jan 1, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027
Who Can Apply: Individual creatives living in Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln or Rowan County who maintain an active artistic practice; FY25 grant recipients and full-time undergraduate or graduate students are ineligible
The Focus: Professional and artistic development through completion or presentation of new work, career promotion, training, or travel for training and professional conferences
The Funding: Up to $3,000; selected applications receive the full amount for which they are eligible
Key Requirements: Online Blackbaud application with applicant profile, W-9, résumé, discipline-appropriate work samples and inventory, project questions and budget; optional draft review is available for materials received by August 30
exhibitionApp Fee: $25Cost to Attend: $380–$825Duration: 2 daysDates: Nov 28, 2026 – Nov 29, 2026
Who Can Apply: All artists and craftspeople who design and have a hand in the production of the work they intend to sell; fair trade exhibitors also welcome. No re-sellers or commercially licensed reproductions.
The Focus: Indoor craft marketplace for artists to exhibit and sell handmade work directly to the public.
Cost: Booth fees $380–$825 depending on size/location; includes electricity and wifi.
Key Requirements: Complete application form, pay $25 non-refundable application fee, pay booth fee within 48 hours of acceptance, agree to terms of service and community guidelines.
Who Can Apply: Emerging and established studio jewellers.
The Focus: Annual juried exhibition presenting six pairs of earrings from each selected artist.
The Funding: No cash award or stipend is stated. An application fee is required but its amount needs confirmation; sales use a 50/50 artist-gallery split.
Key Requirements: Upload six professional images representing the proposed earring collection; selected artists must deliver six pairs and required paperwork by October 18, 2026.
The Carelle Grant (In Honor of Brooke Tivol McGrath)
Organization based in New York· Global
Award: $7,500Deadline: SEP 15, 2026
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Who Can Apply: Established jewelry or watch professionals who have been in business for five years or more and demonstrate an innovative mindset and forward-thinking approach.
The Focus: Technology and operational advancement for jewelry and watch businesses, including technology investments, digital education for consumer reach, and e-commerce solutions.
The Funding: $7,500
Key Requirements: Five or more years in business; application must outline vision, dedication, and innovative mindset; submit images representing jewelry, timepieces, or business; emphasis on personal determination, innovation, and optimism about the industry future. Must present impact summary and serve on jury panel one year after receiving grant.
Who Can Apply: Professional-level WJA members in good standing who have been members for at least one year; students are not eligible; members may receive only one grant or scholarship per calendar year and cannot receive a Member Grant in consecutive years.
The Focus: Career and business development expenses including professional development, industry conferences, website services, educational materials, and operational machinery/tools.
The Funding: Awarded in increments of $500
Key Requirements: Expenses must be incurred between January 1–December 31, 2027; proof of payment required; reviewed and scored by WJA Member Grant Jury Panel.
Adorned Intentions – Thoughtful Craft in a Mass-Produced World
Roseville, CA· National
Deadline: SEP 25, 2026
exhibitionApp Fee: $25Dates: November 24–December 19, 2026
Who Can Apply: Artists in the United States age 18 or older
The Focus: Wearable art at the intersection of fine art, fashion, craft, and intentional making
The Funding: No cash award or stipend. Entry is free for current Blue Line Arts Artist Members and $25 for non-members; artists receive 50% of gallery sales, or 60% for members, and pay shipping.
Key Requirements: Submit 1–10 JPG images, 1–3 MB each and at least 1200 pixels on one side; an artist statement is optional but encouraged; accepted works must be original, recent, ready to display, and for sale
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
Celia and Wally Gilbert Artist-in-Residence Program
Cold Spring Harbor, NY· Global
Stipend: $1,000, $1,200 or $1,500 USD, depending on length of stayDeadline: OCT 1, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 7–21 days
Who Can Apply: Open to artists, composers, writers, and designers of all career stages
The Focus: Art-science residency exploring the interplay between artistic creativity and scientific research; artists work with CSHL's archives, scientists, and resources to develop new projects
The Funding: $1,000–$1,500 stipend (based on 1–3 week stay); room and board fully covered on campus
Key Requirements: CV or résumé; work sample (up to 10 pages or digital portfolio as single PDF); 2,000-word description of how work engages art and science, including scientific interests and archival collections to be used; preferred residency dates and length of stay
Award: Eligible selected exhibitors may compete for the €5,000 Bavarian State Prize; three Herbert Hofmann Prizes are also awardedDeadline: OCT 1, 2026
exhibitionApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: See detailsDuration: 5 daysDates: Mar 10, 2027 – Mar 14, 2027
Who Can Apply: International jewellery artists creating wearable works made within the previous two years.
The Focus: Selection for SCHMUCK mnchen 2027, the long-running international contemporary jewellery exhibition.
The Funding: Exhibition participation is free, though artists pay shipping to Munich. Selected exhibitors may compete for the €5,000 Bavarian State Prize, and three works receive Herbert Hofmann Prizes.
Key Requirements: Submit wearable jewellery made within the previous two years; packages, texts, photographs, and installations are not eligible as works.
exhibitionRemoteApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €350Duration: Exhibition runs February 10 – April 25, 2027Dates: Feb 10, 2027 – Apr 25, 2027
Who Can Apply: Contemporary goldsmiths and jewellery designers of any nationality.
The Focus: Curated contemporary goldsmithing and jewellery exhibition in Madrid, with selected work shown at Museo Cerralbo and partner venues.
Cost: No cash award. Registration is free; selected artists pay a non-refundable €350 enrollment fee plus shipping and return costs.
Key Requirements: Submit the registration materials and up to five finished works; selected pieces must meet the stated fine-metal and high-resolution image requirements.
Fulbright U.S. Student Program – Creative & Performing Arts
United States· Global
Deadline: OCT 6, 2026
fellowshipApp Fee: $0Dates: 2027-2028
Who Can Apply: U.S. citizens currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs, plus non-enrolled U.S. citizens who will hold a bachelor’s degree by the award start date and do not hold a Ph.D.; arts candidates should have relatively limited professional experience, typically seven years or less.
The Focus: Independent study/research or eligible graduate degree enrollment in creative and performing arts in countries offering Fulbright Study/Research grants.
The Funding: Country-specific living stipend and health benefits; Post-country grants include round-trip transportation and orientation, while tuition and other benefits vary by award and country.
Key Requirements: Project title and abstract, Statement of Grant Purpose, Arts Experience Summary, Arts Portfolio Description, artistic portfolio, host affiliation documentation as required, three recommendations, post-secondary transcripts, language evaluation when required, and short-answer responses.
Who Can Apply: International; professional artists, artist groups, students working as jewellery artists, and artists from other fields focusing on contemporary jewellery
The Focus: International contemporary jewellery exhibition exploring the theme of labour, work, identity, and belonging
The Funding: Free to participate; no entry fee and no award; selected artists cover outbound shipping, insurance and customs (organizer pays return shipping).
Key Requirements: Submit 1–10 pieces of work produced from 2024 onward; anonymous submission via PDF (max 5 MB); CV (max 1 page A4); optional artist statement (max 2000 characters)
Stipend: $1,600 artist stipend plus $350 travel stipendDeadline: NOV 30, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 30–90 daysTravel Included
Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and mid-career artists based anywhere in the world; accepts artists across 30+ disciplines including painting, sculpture, music, dance, digital media, and more.
The Focus: Supporting emerging artists to develop their creative practice full-time over 1–3 months with studio space, community engagement, and exhibition opportunities.
The Funding: $1,600 stipend for food and art supplies; $350 travel stipend; free housing with utilities included; no residency fees.
Key Requirements: Application form via Google Forms; portfolio/work samples; artist statement; CV/résumé; project proposal or description of intended work during residency.
awardApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: See detailsDates: Spring 2027 onwards
Who Can Apply: International jewellery artists, goldsmiths, silversmiths, and designers under 35 with an established practice; current students and recent graduates are not eligible.
The Focus: Contemporary jewellery design and craftsmanship, emphasizing material use and conceptual and technical innovation.
The Funding: Entry is free. Selected artists join a travelling exhibition and catalogue and may receive partner prizes, including a Florence residency or Inhorgenta exhibition space. Selected artists pay shipping, insurance, and customs costs.
Key Requirements: Online registration, CV, anonymous artist statement, and images and captions for five objects that meet the official technical specifications.
Who Can Apply: Graduating students (December 2026–August 2027) from four- or two-year undergraduate programs working in craft media; applicants must be U.S. citizens or in the process of applying for citizenship, be 18+, and be able to receive taxable income in the U.S. Nomination by a school faculty member or administrator is required.
The Focus: Supporting emerging craft artists’ transition from student to working artist through unrestricted funds, professional development, and cohort convenings.
The Funding: $15,000 unrestricted award, paid 70% after the grant agreement and 30% after the final report.
Key Requirements: Nomination by a participating institution; online portfolio or website; artist statement; proposed use of funds; career goals; $15,000 budget; 12-month timeline; 10 images or short video clips; and two references.
Ellyse Egan, "Archive/Shelf," 2024, mild steel, 1.5 x 2 x 1 ft.
fellowshipApp Fee: $0Duration: 365 daysDates: Jun 2027 – Jun 2028
Who Can Apply: Graduate and upper-division undergraduate students at Oregon State University with a minimum GPA of 3.0; must be enrolled at OSU throughout the fellowship year.
The Focus: Interdisciplinary creative and journalistic projects at the intersection of art/humanities with science or engineering, developed through mentorship and research engagement.
The Funding: $1,000 fellowship award; optional retreat at PLAYA in Summer Lake, Oregon.
Key Requirements: Complete Submittable application form with answers to track-specific questions; provide a nomination letter from a faculty member; upload or link additional materials requested by your chosen fellowship track; identify mentors (at least one must be OSU-affiliated).
Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 Windgate Artist Residencies at UA Little Rock
Little Rock, AR· National
Stipend: $30,000 stipend for the semester, plus $2,000 materials and travel budgetDeadline: AUG 23, 2027
residencyApp Fee: $0Duration: 120–150 daysTravel Included
Who Can Apply: Open nationally to artists, designers, and craftspeople with active artistic practice, evidence of national/international exhibition participation, and experience working with students.
The Focus: Semester-long residency to create and develop work while engaging with the university and broader Little Rock community.
The Funding: $30,000 stipend for the semester, $2,000 materials and travel budget, housing, private studio, and access to extensive facilities.
Key Requirements: Cover letter, CV, portfolio (20 images max with captions), three professional references, and responses to three disqualifying questions about degree/commensurate experience, national/international exhibition participation, and experience with diverse learners.
residencyCost to Attend: From €400Duration: 7–240 days
Who Can Apply: Open to artists working in visual art, performance art, music/sound art, architecture, urban art, literature/creative writing, curatorial and cultural research, arts administration, art management, and interdisciplinary or socially engaged art practices.
The Focus: Contemporary art residencies supporting experimental and innovative art practices, with priority for community engagement, workshops, and participatory artworks.
Cost: Studio space, curatorial support, and administrative support provided by host; residents pay €400/month residency fee (covers studio rent, utilities, administrative support).
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €610–€650Duration: 7–90 daysDates: 1 week to 3 months
Who Can Apply: Artists, writers, performers, researchers, makers, and other creative practitioners working across disciplines
The Focus: The 2026–2027 Roots & Routes season supports transdisciplinary work around belonging, movement, memory, and creation
Cost: This is a fee-based residency with private accommodation and in-kind support; no cash stipend is stated. Short-term individual stays cost €650/week and medium-term individual stays cost €1,530/month, with separate collective rates. Utilities, materials, and travel are excluded.
Key Requirements: Use the official residency page to submit a project and supporting information, including practice context, preferred format and duration, and space or technical needs
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
Who Can Apply: Artists with a Master's degree in a related field, relevant professional or academic experience, and desirable teaching track record; must be eligible to work in the United States.
The Focus: Teaching undergraduate courses in Studio Art, Drawing, Painting, 2D and 3D Design, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Ceramics, Sculpture, Jewelry/Metals, and Art History.
Compensation: Minimum $2,225 per credit; maximum 8 credits per semester and 12 credits per academic year. Benefit eligibility depends on employee class and union affiliation.
Key Requirements: Cover letter, resume, names of three references and/or letters of recommendation, and 2 previous teaching evaluations (if available), submitted as a single PDF through Rowan's online employment application website.
Who Can Apply: Artists with an MFA and teaching experience in studio arts courses
The Focus: Teaching studio arts courses (drawing, design, sculpture, jewelry, painting, watercolor, digital painting)
Compensation: $985 per credit hour
Key Requirements: Cover letter, CV, resume, unofficial transcript, and demonstrated teaching experience in one or more of the listed studio arts courses
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
ArtWaves MDI (Acadia National Park) Artists In Residence Program
Bar Harbor, ME· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 7–14 days
Who Can Apply: Open to experienced visual, performing, and interdisciplinary artists from around the world; any career stage
The Focus: Artist residency combining teaching (public classes/workshops) with studio time, creative reflection, and community connection in a rural arts setting
The Funding: Free to apply; no artist stipend or travel support; housing, studio access, Wi-Fi, and parking provided on campus
Key Requirements: Complete application form at https://artwavesmdi.org/Apply-to-teach; provide details of artistic practice and teaching proposal; respond to program within 5 business days of contact
Stipend: $500.00 USDApplications open: late November 2026Deadline: TBD
residencyApp Fee: $35Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 10–21 days
Who Can Apply: Open to visual artists, writers, and composers at any stage of career; open to artists based anywhere in the world.
The Focus: Studio-based residency with time and space to create, inspired by natural environment and Lake Michigan setting; community engagement through partnerships with local nonprofits.
The Funding: $500 USD stipend upon completion; all food, housing, studio space (May–Oct), WiFi, and basic supplies provided; one parent-artist selected receives additional $1,000 childcare grant.
Key Requirements: Resume/CV; statement of intent (1–2 paragraphs) describing art practice and residency goals; proposed community engagement event summary (1–3 paragraphs) in collaboration with local partner; two references (no letters); application fee $35 USD (waivers available). Visual artists submit 6–9 images with title, medium, date; writers submit 3–5 pages current work and up to 5 pages completed work (published work must include link); composers submit three digital music samples or links to online content/videos.