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New Mexico Arts Prospectus #292: Native American and Indigenous Artists Purchase Initiative
artgoat.comOpen CallMultidisciplinary
- Who Can Apply: Artists residing in the United States and U.S. galleries may apply at any career stage. Artists identifying as members of Native American tribes or communities receive special consideration.
- The Focus: Submit existing, available visual artwork for purchase and permanent display in publicly accessible New Mexico buildings, with purchases considered over two years.
- The Funding: Artworks must cost USD 5,000–50,000 including delivery, installation and other expenses. Entry is free, but inclusion in the final pool does not guarantee a purchase.
- Key Requirements: Artist statement (5,000 character limit); up to 3 images of available work priced $5,000–$50,000 with full citations including title, media, dimensions, price, year, description, and edition details if applicable; optional video (maximum 2); one application per artist.
DeadlineSunday, November 1, 2026
AwardSeeking artwork in the $5,000 - $50,000 price range, all-inclusive.
Application fee$0
Program datesDecember 2026 – December 2028 (artwork installations)
Locationnational
ParticipationRemote
Career stagesAll Stages
DisciplinesVisual arts (all media)
Application notesApply through CaFÉ; one application per artist. Provide an artist statement (maximum 5,000 characters including spaces) and up to three images of completed, available works priced USD 5,000–50,000. Citations must include title, medium, dimensions, price, completion year, description and applicable edition/casting details. The portal permits up to two videos within a maximum of three total media items. Image files must be JPEG/JPG, at least 1,200 pixels on the longest side and under 5 MB. Notify New Mexico Arts if a submitted work sells elsewhere; no substitutions or price increases are allowed.
Contactkiersten.fellrath@dca.nm.gov
New Mexico Arts
Organization based in Santa Fe