You should. Choosing a career in art takes a certain amount of courage, let’s be honest. Not only are you up against plenty of nay-sayers, including your own family at times, but it can be incredibly challenging to figure out the best path forward when pursuing something like this. Fortunately, there are opportunities out there if you know where to look. And that’s where we come in. Here are a few to get you started.
Since 1932, the Abbey Mural Prize has funded US public mural creation and restoration. Juried by National Academy of Design members, grants range from $10-40k, fostering social activism and community engagement. For more information and to apply, visit the website. Deadline is April 22.
Collage Street Art Residency coincides with Kolaj Fest New Orleans, June 9-16, 2024. Artists explore the city, learn street art history, make public art, and engage in discussions and critiques. For more information and to apply, visit the website. Deadline is April 28.
Harpo Foundation is rolling out its first $25k fellowship to amplify the contributions of under-recognized Native American contemporary artists. To learn more and to apply, visit the website. Deadline for applications is April 29.
Praxis Center picks up where the studio leaves off. We help navigate the practical side of becoming a professional artist. Whether you’re looking for funding, exhibition opportunities, residencies, network building and so much more, we have the courses you need and a community of peers and colleagues – not to mention experts in the field – to get you started and keep you going. 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: National Academy of Design