Nurturing your art career doesn’t have to feel like an impossible uphill battle all the time. There is a very real deterrence on the part of some artists who avoid setting foot in the art world for fear that they will be met with nothing but alienation and rejection. And yet, opportunities about. There are myriad ways to bolster your professional artistic journey, from residencies to grants to networking opportunities. Here are just a few with upcoming deadlines:
Stove Works’ Residency invites eight artists annually for 1–3 months of focused time, space, and community—no expectations, just openness. Learn more at the website. Deadline for applications is June 15.
Grants for Artists Project (GAP) offers $1,500 project grants to 65 Washington State artists for expenses like materials, travel, or fees. Visit the website to learn more, including a webinar recording with information on how to apply. Deadline is June 23.
Loghaven Artist Residency offers immersive, stipend-supported residencies in Knoxville, TN, for U.S.-based artists 21+ living 120+ miles away, providing cabins, studios, and a retreat-like creative environment. Visit the website for more information. Application deadline is July 15.
Praxis Center is dedicated to the simple idea that artists deserve to have careers. We know it’s possible and we exist to help you build the life you have dreamed of, one where your passion for art can yield real professional results. 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 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.
Photo credit: Stove Works