Opportunity comes in all shapes and sizes. There are those suited to individual artists, others focused on offering assistance and support to nonprofit groups within the art world. There are funding opportunities, educational offerings, residencies, open calls, you name it, there’s probably an opportunity out there somewhere. The trick is finding the right ones for your needs and your particular sphere of work. Here is a small variety to get you started.
The Edna W. Andrade Fund, managed by the Philadelphia Foundation, awards grants of $5,000 to $25,000 to museums and art nonprofits in memory of Edna Andrade. The grants benefit Greater Philadelphia visual artists. For more information, visit the website. Application deadline is May 7.
The Nicholson Project offers artists a 10-week residency with a $5,000 stipend, private studio, one-on-one support, curator consultations, networking opportunities, promotional assistance, and funding for residency projects. For more information and to apply, visit the website. Deadline is May 13.
The Hopper Prize grants artists recognition and support through bi-annual open calls judged by diverse curators. It celebrates artistic excellence across all mediums. Visit the website to learn more. The deadline for the spring grant is May 14.
Praxis Center believes that there are opportunities for every artist, and we are determined to help you find the ones that are right for you. Our track record speaks for itself. Time and time again, we watch as our students achieve the success in their art careers they have always wanted. 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: The Residencies at the Nicholson Project