Who Can Apply: Open to early-career artists, writers, and researchers globally with a demonstrated connection to the natural world.
The Focus: This fellowship supports promising creatives whose work engages with the history and future of plants, gardens, and landscapes. The program provides a two-to-five week residency for independent work.
The Funding: This fellowship provides a $10,000 grant, plus housing and studio space for the duration of the residency.
Key Requirements: Applicants must submit work samples and a project statement. A working knowledge of English is required.
DeadlineSunday, May 31, 2026
Award$10,000
Duration2-5 weeks
LocationUpperville, VA
Career stagesEmerging
DisciplinesVisual Arts, Art Writing, Curation, Ecology, Research
Application notesApplications are reviewed by staff, alumni, and external selection committees. Applicants are scored on the quality of work samples, their potential, and the project's connection to OSGF's mission. International applicants are welcome, but a working knowledge of English is important. Work samples in other languages must be submitted with translations.