Are you feeling uncertain lately, like everything you thought you knew is beginning to crack? Does the world feel heavier than usual, with conflicts, climate disasters, political struggles and many other reasons for anxiety swirling in the air? You’re not alone. And right now, your main decision is how to live in this world. Will you retreat, pretend it isn’t happening, hide in escapism and shut it all out? Or will you rise to the occasion, produce work that brings meaning, clarity, perhaps even joy, and contribute to the goodness still left in this world?
Artistic Production grants fund new commissions ($25,000–$100,000) for public and museum exhibitions. VIA Art Fund accepts Letters of Inquiry semiannually for Fall and Spring award cycles, supporting thought leadership and public engagement. For more information, visit the website. Current deadline is November 4.
The Studios is MASS MoCA’s year-round residency for artists and writers, located in the Berkshire Mountains. It hosts up to 10 artists for 2- or 4-week stays, open to all nationalities. Learn more at the website. Application deadline is November 8.
Women’s Studio Workshop supports artists by offering grants, residencies, and internships with 24/7 studio access. For more information, visit the website Various annual deadlines.
Praxis Center lives in the world right alongside you. That’s because we aren’t just a faceless entity, we are a collection of industry experts who understand what it means to be creative in today’s atmosphere. And we’re here to help. Whether you need guidance on funding, residencies, connecting with galleries or just a reality check that, no, it isn’t just you feeling these things, we’re here.