Opportunities for artists, writers, and art workers are abundant in the creative world. From residencies to fellowships, grants to open calls, there are numerous avenues for individuals to explore and further their artistic endeavors. Here is a curated list of opportunities for the upcoming months:
Residencies, Workshops, & Fellowships
1. Haystack Mountain School of Crafts – Haystack at 75
– Artists can apply for Open Studio Residency and all-levels workshops in various mediums in coastal Maine. Fellowships are available.
– Application Period: January 6–30 or February 20, 2026
– Website: haystack-mtn.org/programs
2. John Michael Kohler Arts Center – Arts/Industry Residency
– Three-month residency in Wisconsin with full studio access, free materials, housing, and more.
– Deadline: February 28, 2026
– Website: jmkac.org
3. NXTHVN – Studio and Curatorial Fellowships
– Ten-month mentorship-driven residency in New Haven, Connecticut for visual artists and curators.
– Deadline: March 2, 2026
– Website: nxthvn.com
4. Sharpe-Walentas Studio Program
– Year-long residency in Brooklyn, New York for visual artists.
– Deadline: January 15, 2026
– Website: thestudioprogram.com/apply
5. Institute for Public Architecture – Independent Project Residency
– Eleven-week sessions on Governors Island in New York City for emerging practitioners.
– Deadline: January 9, 2025
– Website: instituteforpublicarchitecture.org
Open Calls for Art & Writing
1. Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center – ReHAPPENING 14
– Annual event in North Carolina for artists to activate the historic campus.
– Deadline: January 21, 2026
– Website: blackmountaincollege.org
2. Flynn Breakthrough
– Funding for daring original performances in Vermont.
– Deadline: January 23, 2026
– Website: flynnvt.org
3. The Avery Review Essay Prize 2026
– Critical essays on architecture competition with cash prizes.
– Deadline: January 31, 2026
– Website: averyreview.com
Grants & Awards
1. Ovissi Foundation – 2026 Awards for Artists of Iranian Heritage
– Grants for Iranian heritage artists who are US citizens.
– Deadline: March 1, 2026
– Website: galleryovissi.com/awards
2. Walker Youngbird Foundation – Emerging Native Arts Grant
– Grant for early-career Native artists honoring tradition.
– Deadline: January 9, 2026
– Website: walkeryoungbird.org
3. South Arts – Artist Creative Practice Grants
– Funding for artists in the Southeastern United States.
– Deadline: April 30, 2026
– Website: southarts.org
These opportunities provide a platform for artists, writers, and art workers to showcase their talent, pursue their passions, and receive support for their creative endeavors. For more information and to explore additional opportunities, visit hyperallergic.com/tag/opportunities. If you have an opportunity to feature on Hyperallergic, reach out at nectarads.com. Subscribe to receive monthly updates on opportunities and consider becoming a Hyperallergic Member to support this valuable resource.
