Trust informs every part of our lives. Whether it’s the trust needed for successful relationships, trusting in those systems that run our day to day, or – and perhaps most critically – trusting yourself to do those things that get you where you want to be. We all know trust can be easily lost, but the good news is that it can be built, too. This is especially true for trust in oneself. Taking small, steady steps is the best way to learn that you can count on your abilities, your consistency, and your drive to achieve the goals you dream of.
Lincoln Road invites artists to propose temporary public artworks for its 2026 public art program in Miami Beach, supporting accessible, diverse, and engaging cultural experiences along its iconic pedestrian corridor. Information available at the website. Deadline is June 8.
ProjectArt’s 2026–27 Teaching Residency seeks professional artists passionate about mentoring youth through free after-school library art classes, offering stipends, exhibitions, and professional development during a nine-month residency. Learn more at the website. Application deadline is June 9.
Other Lands Other Sounds 2026 invites visual artists, musicians, and performers to Northern Portugal for a 12-day residential program of collaborative cross-arts creation culminating in a site-specific promenade performance. Visit the website for more details. Deadlines vary and include rolling options.
Praxis Center understands the immense amount of trust involved in launching an art career. It’s a bit like jumping off a cliff with a parachute. You know you packed it as best you could, but the only way to know for sure it will deploy is to take the leap. Trust in your ability, gather resources, and you can do this.
Brainard Carey is an author, artist and educator. He is the director of Praxis Center for Aesthetics and is currently faculty at the School of Visual Arts in NYC. He has written seven books for artists, including Making it in the Art World. His seventh book, The Problems in the Art World: An Artist’s A-Z Action Guide, is available now.
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