Do you feel defeated sometimes? Does your energy ebb and flow, and does the art world feel occasionally impenetrable? Know that you are not alone. Not in feeling this, and not when it comes to doing something about it. It is normal to hit a wall from time to time, normal to wonder if you’re the only person who struggles to gain any ground, normal to sometimes feel like it would be easier to just give up. We are here to tell you – stay the course. Here are some opportunities with upcoming deadlines to put a little wind back in your sails.
Franklin Furnace introduces the Jacki Apple Award, celebrating Jacki Apple’s impact on New York art. An annual $10,000 award initiated by Marjorie Bank honors Apple’s dedication to artists. To learn more, visit the website. Deadline is April 30.
Cleveland Arts Prize celebrates artistic excellence in Northeast Ohio, honoring artists and community leaders since 1960. It’s the nation’s oldest municipal arts award, supporting and recognizing the region’s vibrant arts community. To learn more and discover whether this award in any of its categories is right for you, visit the website. Deadline for applications is May 1.
Since 1975, Lillstreet Art Center in Chicago has fostered artistic growth in a friendly environment. Through residency, gallery, studio, education, and outreach programs, we support artists and students. To explore opportunities, visit the website. There are a number of residencies currently accepting applications with deadlines of May 1.
Praxis Center understands the complexities of a career in art. We know it is so much more than maintaining a studio practice. That’s why we have gathered experts from across the field to support you as you navigate. Give Praxis a try today and see how far it can take you.
Brainard Carey is an author, artist and educator. He is the director of Praxis Center for Aesthetics. He has written six books for artists: Making it in the Art World, New Markets for Artists, The Art World Demystified, Fund Your Dreams Like a Creative Genius, Sell Online Like a Creative Genius and Succeed with Social Media Like a Creative Genius.
Photo credit: Franklin Furnace|Jacki Apple Award