Artist Grants & Opportunities for November 2024
GUIDE: Artist Grants & Opportunities for October 2024
As November unfolds, artists are presented with a fresh wave of exciting opportunities to pursue. Whether you’re aiming to secure grants, participate in residencies, or submit work to esteemed exhibitions, this guide has compiled the most relevant opportunities for the month. From financial support for emerging creators to residencies that offer dedicated time and space to hone your craft, November is brimming with possibilities for artists across all disciplines and mediums.
Regardless of your experience level, these opportunities can provide valuable exposure, financial backing, and a chance to expand your practice within a vibrant global artistic community. Explore our listings below, and be sure to mark your calendars for deadlines—many of these opportunities are time-sensitive and highly competitive, so preparation is essential.
1. Iconic Public Art Installation - Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority
Location: Clearwater, FL, United States
Submission Deadline: November 1, 2024
Event Dates: April 1, 2025
Eligibility: National
Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Sculpture
Description:
PSTA, in partnership with the City of Clearwater, seeks an artist or team to develop artwork for the PSTA Clearwater MTC (Multimodal Transit Center), a new facility in downtown Clearwater. This art piece will be a focal point within a public plaza, enhancing the sense of place in Clearwater’s Downtown and serving as a keystone for visitors and locals.
Eligibility Info:
Open to all artists or artist teams residing in the United States with a level of experience and professionalism commensurate with the project’s scope and budget.
2. Iconic Public Art Installation - Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority
Location: Clearwater, FL
Submission Deadline: November 1, 2024
Award Info: Budget: $250,000 - $300,000
Eligibility: National
Description:
PSTA, in partnership with the City of Clearwater, seeks an artist or team to develop artwork for the PSTA Clearwater MTC (Multimodal Transit Center). This art piece will be located within the Downtown Core, becoming a focal point within a small public plaza to enhance the area.
3. Artist-in-Residence - NYU Abu Dhabi
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Submission Deadline: November 1, 2024
Event Dates: September 1, 2025
Eligibility: International
Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description:
The Center for Genomics and Systems Biology (CGSB) at NYUAD invites artists to collaborate with scientists, promoting creative thinking that drives innovation. The program encourages cultural interactions through events, workshops, and discussions.
Eligibility Info:
Open to artists internationally.
4. Temporary Mural RFQ: Smith College Kathleen McCartney Hall
Location: Northampton, MA 01063, United States
Submission Deadline: November 1, 2024
Award Info: Artist Honorarium: $20,000; finalists receive $750
Eligibility: International
Categories: Photography, Drawing, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description:
The Wurtele Center for Leadership and the Lazarus Center for Career Development seek an artist to create a temporary mural for Kathleen McCartney Hall, exploring the future(s) of work and leadership in the context of Smith College’s history.
Eligibility Info:
Artists with proven experience and enthusiasm for engaging local communities in public art projects.
5. Keller Sports Park Mural Project
Location: Keller, TX 76248, United States
Submission Deadline: November 2, 2024
Eligibility: State
Categories: Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline
Description:
The City of Keller Public Arts Board invites digital artists to design murals for the Keller Sports Park. This project will use high-resolution digital designs applied to brick walls, enhancing the park’s facilities.
Eligibility Info:
Eligible artists must reside in Texas.
6. Open Call for 2026 Exhibitions
Location: Brooklyn, NY 11215, United States
Submission Deadline: November 3, 2024
Eligibility: International
Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description:
Open Source Gallery invites applications from artists whose practices emphasize experimentation, sustainability, and social engagement for their 2026 exhibition program.
Eligibility Info:
Open to artists internationally.
7. A.I.R. Fellowship Program (2025-2026)
Location: New York City, New York
Submission Deadline: November 3, 2024
Award Info: Solo exhibition in NYC
Eligibility: Local
Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description:
The A.I.R. Fellowship Program supports women or non-binary artists in having their first solo exhibition in NYC, fostering artistic experimentation through workshops and mentorship.
Eligibility Info:
Open to women or non-binary artists, 18 years or older, residing in NYC or adjoining areas.
8. Artistry 2025-2026 Inez and Atrium Gallery Call for Artists
Location: Bloomington, MN 55431, United States
Submission Deadline: November 3, 2024
Eligibility: Regional
Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description:
Artistry Theater and Visual Arts invites proposals for their 2025-2026 exhibition program from emerging and established artists in the Midwest.
Eligibility Info:
Open to artists, artist groups, and exhibit curators residing in MN, ND, SD, IA, and WI, 18 years or older.
9. Artistic Production Grant: Spring 2025 Award Cycle
Submission Deadline: November 4, 2024
Award Info: Ranging between $25,000 – $100,000
Eligibility: International
Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Online Only: Yes
Description:
Artistic Production grants fund new artistic commissions for public spaces, with applications accepted semiannually.
Eligibility Info:
Open to artists, nonprofit organizations, and cultural institutions.
10. National Sculpture Society Stanley Bleifeld Memorial Grant
Submission Deadline: November 4, 2024
Award Info: $5,000
Eligibility: National
Categories: Sculpture
Online Only: Yes
Description:
This grant is awarded to a sculptor demonstrating outstanding ability, with a body of work inspired by nature.
Eligibility Info:
Open to sculptors who are U.S. citizens or residents with a social security number.
11. City of Wichita Arkansas River Public Art Project
Location: Wichita, Kansas, United States
Submission Deadline: November 4, 2024
Event Dates: February 7, 2025 - April 1, 2026
Eligibility: National
Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description:
The City of Wichita invites artists to submit qualifications for three public art commissions to enhance the Arkansas Riverfront’s aesthetics and accessibility.