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Textiles/Fiber Opportunities for Artists
Current textiles/fiber opportunities for artists — grants, residencies, fellowships, exhibitions, and open calls, gathered and kept up to date in one place.
Miami Art Week™ & ARTWEEK™ Global
arteNXT Contemporary Art Exhibition – Miami Art Week 2026
Miami, FL· Global
CLOSING SOON: AUG 31, 2026
exhibitionApp Fee: $34Cost to Attend: $999–$1,199Duration: 6 daysDates: December 1–6, 2026
- Who Can Apply: Visual artists, galleries, collectives, curators, designers, nonprofit arts organizations, and other creative practitioners worldwide; gallery representation is not required
- The Focus: A curated in-person contemporary-art exhibition in Miami's Wynwood Arts District during Miami Art Week, December 1–6, 2026
- Cost: No cash award or stipend. Application is $34 for up to 10 works; accepted in-person exhibitors pay $999 or $1,199 depending on gallery location, with optional upgrades. Artists retain 100% of sales.
- Key Requirements: Submit original work that the applicant owns or lawfully represents; accepted exhibitors must deliver, install, and remove work on the published schedule and comply with the exhibition rules
Ten Moir Gallery
The Elements Art Competition & Exhibition
Award: Overall Winner: $150 cash prizeCLOSING SOON: AUG 31, 2026
awardApp Fee: $18
- Who Can Apply: Artists age 18 and older worldwide; all visual media are accepted.
- The Focus: Visual interpretations of earth, water, fire, and air in physical, symbolic, or emotional forms.
- The Funding: Entry fees range from $18 for two images to $55 for six to ten images. The overall winner receives $150 cash plus promotional benefits; category winners and finalists receive non-cash benefits.
- Key Requirements: Complete the entry form and upload JPG or PNG artwork files under 5 MB, with a maximum dimension of 2,000 pixels.
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.
Arts & Science Council
Artist Support Grants
Charlotte, NC
Award: Up to $3,000CLOSING SOON: SEP 6, 2026
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
Fellowship Of Craft
Fellowship of Craft 2026 Winter Fair
Oakland, CA· Global
CLOSING SOON: SEP 8, 2026
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.
UPWARD gallery
Ethnic Ancestry | Juried Online Art Exhibition
CLOSING SOON: SEP 12, 2026
exhibitionRemoteApp Fee: $15
- Who Can Apply: Artists 18+ who are legal residents of the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, or the European Union
- The Focus: Juried online exhibition exploring heritage, roots, traditions, stories, symbols, and identities across generations
- The Funding: $15 entry fee (tiered discounts for multiple entries: $12 per work for 2-4 entries, $10 per work for 5+ entries); winners receive publication in print magazine and website, interviews, digital certificates, and social media promotion
- Key Requirements: Submit original artwork as JPG or PNG digital file (800x800 to 2000x2000 pixels, under 10 MB); complete entry form with artist information; pay entry fee via PayPal after moderation approval
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.
Kone Foundation
Annual Grant Call
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.
Blue Line Arts
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
ADC Fine Art
In-Gallery Exhibition – Art Comes Alive 2026 – $450,000 in Awards
Cincinnati, OH· Global
Award: More than $450,000 in combined awards and professional opportunities; this is not stated as a single cash-prize poolDeadline: SEP 28, 2026
exhibitionApp Fee: $25Dates: Nov 7, 2026
- Who Can Apply: Artists age 18 and older; international applicants are welcome.
- The Focus: In-gallery exhibition and awards gala for living artists across a broad range of visual media.
- The Funding: $25 entry fee for the first work and $25 for each additional work. The organizer advertises more than $450,000 in combined awards and professional opportunities, not a single guaranteed cash award.
- Key Requirements: Submit original artwork that is available for sale; selected work must be delivered to the Cincinnati gallery by the stated delivery date.
Elf School of the Arts
January-March 2027 Residency
Hayesville, NC· Global
Deadline: SEP 30, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 7–84 daysDates: Jan 1, 2027 – Mar 31, 2027
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists based anywhere in the world, any stage of career
- The Focus: Studio-based residency to experiment, produce work, use specialized equipment, or develop ideas
- The Funding: Free housing (private bedroom and studio); travel, materials, and meals not included
- Key Requirements: Application form via JotForm; portfolio/work samples and artist statement required
Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA)
Continuum: Quilts x Fiber
Hebron, CT· Global
Award: Cash awards: First prize $1000, Second prize $500, Third prize $250, Honorable Mention $100Deadline: SEP 30, 2026
exhibitionApp Fee: $40Dates: Jul 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
- Who Can Apply: Open to all artists (presented by Fiber Art Now, Quiltfolk, and SAQA)
- The Focus: Quilts and fiber art in all forms—traditional, experimental, mixed media, 3D, and conceptual work
- The Funding: Cash awards: First prize $1000, Second prize $500, Third prize $250, Honorable Mention $100
- Key Requirements: Original work; digital image submission for jury review
Continuum: Quilts x Fiber call for entry image
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
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
CSHL campus painting by William Jonas
Bard Graduate Center
Assistant Professor in Fashion, Dress, and Textiles of the Americas
New York, NY· National
Pay: $85,000–$105,000 annual salaryDeadline: OCT 1, 2026
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- Who Can Apply: Candidates whose Ph.D. will be conferred by the start date; preference for advanced junior candidates with one completed project. Some experience teaching and advising graduate students is expected.
- The Focus: Teaching and research in fashion, dress, and textiles of the Americas; graduate student advising; public scholarship.
- Compensation: Salary $85,000–$105,000.
- Key Requirements: CV, cover letter, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample of no more than 30 pages.
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
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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.
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.
Ian Gerson
The Factory
2027 Artist Residency Open Call at The Factory
Manchester, NH· Global
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.
The Virginia A. Groot Foundation
Virginia A. Groot Foundation Grant
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.
Richard Notkin
PRAx | Oregon State University
PRAx Student Fellowship
Corvallis, OR
Award: $1,000Deadline: JAN 31, 2027
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).
PRAx, Oregon State University logo
Center for Craft
Windgate-Lamar Fellowship
Award: $15,000 in unrestricted fundsApplications open: December 1, 2026Deadline: JAN 31, 2027
fellowshipRemoteApp Fee: $10Duration: 365 daysDates: May 1, 2027 – Apr 30, 2028
- 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.
Landis & Gyr Foundation
Artist Grants
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.
Tron Le
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.
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
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.
MiSHŌ
MiSHŌ Artist Residency
Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: ¥250,000Duration: 28 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to international and Japan-based artists, creatives, researchers, writers, educators, musicians, dancers, and other practitioners.
- The Focus: This residency supports context-responsive creation through engagement with the local community and environment in Fujino, Japan. Residents can develop new or existing work, culminating in an Open Studio event.
- The Funding: The 28-day residency has a fee of ¥250,000, which covers housing, studio space, and organizational support.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a project proposal via the online application form.
CERF+
Emergency Relief Grant
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.
Good Hart Artist Residency
Good Hart Artist Residency
Harbor Springs, MI· Global
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.
Good Hart Artist Residency Building
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.
Taideniitty
Taideniitty Mini-Residency
Varkaus, Pohjois-Savo, Finland· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: See detailsDuration: 7–21 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists from all fields seeking a short-term, self-directed creative retreat.
- The Focus: This is a short-term, self-directed residency for artists to take a break and focus on creativity. The program offers all the benefits of the main residency in a condensed format.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency; artists must request a price quote via email.
- Key Requirements: To apply, send an email inquiry outlining your needs and expectations for the residency period.
Watershed Studios
Watershed Studios Art Residency
Galway, Galway, Ireland· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €1,000–€1,400Duration: 30–90 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists of all shapes or forms at various stages in their career, including visual artists and writers
- The Focus: Time, space, and community to encourage growth and experimentation in artistic practice
- Cost: €1,000–€1,400 per month for accommodation and studio access; residents cover travel and food
- Key Requirements: CV, short letter of intent, 6 images of work or website/Instagram link; indicate desired months in application
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.
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
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.
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.
We-Che Art Residency
We-Che International Art Residency
Trevelin, Chubut, Argentina· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $350–$1,600Duration: 7–60 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and established artists, writers, and creators from all countries and disciplines (visual arts, literature, painting, drawing, photography, video, sculpture, textile art, writing, research, etc.)
- The Focus: Creative production and artistic research in a nature-based setting; special focus on book projects and art-nature interaction
- Cost: Residency fee $350/week or $1,300/month (general); $1,600/month (book project); includes housing, workspace, utilities, Wi-Fi, airport pickup, and weekly outings; artists cover travel, visa, food, insurance, and supplies
- Key Requirements: Application form with project description and portfolio images; WhatsApp video call after selection; $500 non-refundable deposit; copy of plane ticket, passport, and travel insurance one month before stay
ArtWaves
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
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.
Jumatatu Poe and Jermone Donte Beacham
Maison Saint Joseph
Maison Saint Joseph Art Residency 2026–2027
Crépy-en-Valois, France· Global
Deadline: Rolling
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
Haihatus Art Center
Haihatus Artist Residency
Joutsa, Keski-Suomi, Finland· Global
Award: Self-funded residency €660–€990/month; no stipends or grantsDeadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €660–€990Duration: annually from September to AprilDates: September to April, annually.
- Who Can Apply: Open to international artists and art students from all disciplines, including self-taught artists, at any career stage.
- The Focus: This self-directed residency offers a relaxed working environment in Finland's Lakeland region. The program is hosted in historic buildings with a garden and sculpture park.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency costing €660 per month for a single room, with no stipend or funding provided.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit an online form including details on their artistic field, website, and desired residency period.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Toby Patterson
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
Buinho
Buinho Creative Residency
Messejana, Portugal· Global
Award: €800–€1,200/month residency feeDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €800–€1,200Duration: 14–61 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to visual artists, media artists, sculptors, designers, makers, writers, and curators at all career stages from any location.
- The Focus: This process-based residency encourages dialogue, exchange, and experimentation in response to the local environment. Artists have time and resources for their practice in the unique atmosphere of a historic Portuguese town.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency with monthly costs from €800 to €1200, covering accommodation and full studio/fablab access.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a project description, CV, portfolio (PDF or link), and intended dates of stay via email.
Seattle Office of Arts & Culture
Portable Works Collection Purchase
Organization based in Seattle· Multi-National
Award: $5,000 USDDeadline: Rolling
awardApp Fee: $0
- Who Can Apply: Professional artists residing in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, or British Columbia, Canada.
- The Focus: This program acquires existing 2D artworks for the city's public collection. It aims to showcase regional talent within municipal buildings for public enjoyment.
- The Funding: The city purchases artworks at market value, typically not exceeding $5,000 USD per piece.
- Key Requirements: Applicants submit up to 5 available artworks with their title, medium, dimensions, and price.
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.
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.
Blue Studio
Blue Studio Residency
Perth, Western Australia, Australia· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: A$0Cost to Attend: From A$400Duration: Short and long-term residencies; flexible duration
- Who Can Apply: Open to local, Australian, and international ceramic artists of all skill levels; also open to artists in other mediums with preference for those including ceramic elements
- The Focus: Self-guided ceramic residency for creative projects, research, immersion in new environment, or renewed inspiration; end product not the primary focus
- Cost: $AU 400 per week (10% discount for 4+ weeks); includes accommodation, exclusive studio use, internet, utilities, and some firing costs; no stipend or living allowance
- Key Requirements: Proposal, completed application form, CV, and portfolio; applications reviewed on rolling basis
RISD
Continuing Education Instructor, Handloom Weaving
Providence, RI
Deadline: Rolling
jobApp Fee: $0Duration: 84 daysDates: September 14, 2026 - December 7, 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 12-week introductory handloom weaving course on the RISD campus. The instructor will guide students in creating patterned and sculptural fabrics.
- Compensation: See listing
- Key Requirements: Commitment is for 12 weeks on Mondays from 6-9 PM in Providence, RI. Applicants must submit a resume with portfolio link.
Taideniitty
Taideniitty Artist Residency
Varkaus, Pohjois-Savo, Finland· Global
Award: Self-funded residency €650–€1,100/month; additional €350/monthDeadline: TBD
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €650–€1,950Duration: 30–90 days
- Who Can Apply: Artists from all fields, including visual and graphic arts, are welcome to apply, along with families and pets.
- The Focus: This self-funded residency offers dedicated space for creativity in the historic Old Varkaus area near Lake Saimaa, Finland. Artists can focus on their work in a peaceful, natural, and inspiring environment with community engagement opportunities.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with a monthly fee starting at €650; artists cover all personal expenses.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must provide a CV, a link to their website or social media, and may upload additional files.
Today Art Initiative
Today Art Initiative
Talin, Aragatsotn, Armenia· Global
Deadline: Rolling
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).
- Key Requirements: CV, project proposal (max. 500 words), portfolio.
Bylis Whispers
Bylis Whispers Artist in Residence
Hekal, Mallakastër, Albania· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €300–€900Duration: 7–21 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists, writers, photographers, musicians, performers, researchers and interdisciplinary cultural practitioners.
- The Focus: Artistic research, reflection, creation and exchange in dialogue with the ancient Bylis landscape and local community.
- Cost: Participation costs €300 per week and includes accommodation, breakfast, dinner, and one transfer from Tirana to Hekal.
- Key Requirements: Short CV, project proposal (1–2 pages), work samples, preferred residency dates, and a short motivation statement.
Argo Arts
Self-Directed Residency
Athens, Περιφέρεια Αττικής, Greece· Global
Award: Self-funded residency €350–€455/week, accommodation + studio accessDeadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €700–€5,915Duration: 14–90 daysDates: Open all year except August and December
- Who Can Apply: Open to multidisciplinary creatives aged 18 and over, at any career stage, including artists, writers, performers, and scholars.
- The Focus: This self-directed residency in Athens emphasizes process over product, offering time and space for creative exploration. Residents are encouraged to experiment and develop their practice within a supportive community.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency costing €350-€455 per week, depending on accommodation. No stipends are currently available.
- Key Requirements: Applicants should complete the online form, and it is recommended to apply at least three months in advance of desired dates.
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.
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
