Scholars may propose topics that relate to the visual arts, their history, practice, theory, or interpretation. Any proposal that contributes to understanding the nature of artistic activity and the intellectual, social, and cultural worlds with which it is connected is welcome. Attention will be given to proposals that promise to deepen, transform, or challenge those methods currently practiced within art history or that have the prospect of enhancing an understanding of the role of images in other disciplines in the humanities. All fellowships are intended to nurture a variety of disciplinary approaches and support new voices in art history.

  
Most fellowships are appointed for one academic semester (early September through the end of December; or early February through early June), although appointments for the entire academic year (start of September through early June) are possible. For those unable to consider such an extended period, Short-Term Clark Fellowships support summer residency (5 weeks from July to mid-August) or two-month fellowships held during the fall or spring semesters.

**Funding:**

Fellowship stipends vary depending on the duration of the fellow’s stay, and fellows are notified of their designated amount in their formal offer letter.

  
**Accommodation:**

Apartments Clark fellows reside in apartments in the Visiting Scholars’ Residence (VSR), a refurbished and expanded late-nineteenth century home located across the street from the Clark campus. 

  
**Travel:**

Arrival and Departure RAP covers the cost of reasonable arrival and departure transportation expenses, including the cost of economy-class airfare to and from airports near Williamstown (Albany, NY is the closest; others include New York, NY; Boston, MA; Hartford, CT). Payment and/or reimbursement for travel are taxable. RAP can also arrange car service between airports or train stations (as with the Amtrak station in Albany) and Williamstown. If a fellow needs to alter an itinerary after purchase, they will be responsible for paying the difference in price. Arrangements and costs for travel during the fellowship term will be the fellow’s responsibility. 

The Clark Fellowship

The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM) and its Renwick Gallery invite applications to its premier fellowship program, the oldest and largest in the world for the study of American art. Scholars from any discipline whose research engages the art, craft, and visual culture of the United States are encouraged to apply, as are those who foreground new perspectives, materials, and methodologies. Fellowships are residential and support full-time research in the Smithsonian collections. SAAM is devoted to advancing inclusive excellence in art history and encourages candidates who identify as members of historically underrepresented groups to apply.

  
Applicants must identify a member of SAAM’s research staff to serve as primary fellowship advisor in order to hold a residency at this museum. They are encouraged to notify the potential advisor in advance of their application. To find a potential advisor whose research interests match yours, browse the museum’s staff listings in the Smithsonian Opportunities for Research and Study guide or search our Staff Bios. Applicants to the SIFP who propose a SAAM primary advisor will automatically be considered for the museum’s named fellowships: 

* The Will Barnet Foundation Fellowship is awarded biennially and funds a full year of research on a topic related to American modern art, including its influence on later generations.
* The Joe and Wanda Corn Fellowship is endowed by their former students Mike Wilkins and Sheila Duignan and supports scholars whose research interests span American art and American history. The recipient is jointly appointed at SAAM and the National Museum of American History and draws on the resources of both museums.
* The Douglass Foundation Fellowship in American Art provides for a full year of dissertation research at the museum.
* The Audrey Flack Short-Term Fellowship\*\*\* facilitates one month onsite for a scholar whose personal circumstances (i.e., financial constraints, employment conditions, care-giving responsibilities, or other limitations) preclude them from participating in longer-term residencies.
* The Helen Frankenthaler Foundation Fellowship advances research on modern and contemporary art. Residency is available for twelve months at the predoctoral level or nine months at the postdoctoral or senior level.
* The Patricia and Phillip Frost Fellowship supports a year of research in American art and visual culture.
* The George Gurney Fellowship funds a six-month research appointment in American sculpture in honor of SAAM’s late curator emeritus of sculpture. Residencies should take place June–December 2025 or January–August 2026\. Contribute to this fund
* The Joshua C. Taylor Fellowship is intermittently awarded and is supported by alumni and friends in memory of the museum’s former director and founder of the fellowship program. Contribute to this fund
* The William H. Truettner Fellowship provides for six months of research in recognition of Mr. Truettner’s career of nearly fifty years as a curator of painting and sculpture at SAAM. Residencies should take place June–December 2025 or January–August 2026\. Contribute to this fund
* The Wyeth Foundation Predoctoral Fellowship is awarded for the advancement and completion of a doctoral dissertation that concerns the study, appreciation, and recognition of excellence in all aspects of American art. The Wyeth Foundation for American Art provides publishing grants of up to $5,000 for first-time authors who have held a Wyeth Fellowship.
* The Betsy James Wyeth Fellowship in Native American Art\*\*\* seeks to foster new scholarship on Native art of the United States that centers and elevates Indigenous methodologies, knowledges, and communities. This one-year fellowship is jointly hosted by SAAM and the National Museum of the American Indian and provides scholars with access to the resources of both museums.
* The Windgate Foundation supports a yearlong fellowship for the study of American craft.

  
\*\*\*The Audrey Flack and Betsy James Wyeth Fellowships have unique applications, tenure lengths, stipend levels, and deadlines. Candidates for these two fellowships must submit separate applications.

  

The stipend for a twelve-month fellowship is $45,000 for predoctoral scholars and $57,000 for postdoctoral and senior scholars, with an allowance of up to $5,000 available for short research trips. Additional allowances may be provided to help with temporary relocation to the Smithsonian and the cost of health insurance. Although the program is structured to support full-year residencies, applicants who need less time to complete their research may apply for as few as three months with a prorated stipend. Residencies should take place between June 1, 2025, and August 31, 2026, and must begin on the 1st or 15th of the month. Housing is not provided. 

Graduate student fellowships are available for ten-week terms and are awarded a stipend of $10,000\. An additional allowance may be provided to assist with temporary relocation to the Smithsonian. Residencies are available in June, July, and August. 

Fellowship in American Art

Land Line artists in residence use Denver Botanic Gardens’ collections, landscapes, and other resources to create artworks that explore nature and the relationship between humans and the natural world.

Land Line has a unique low-residency format: artists create most of their work independently in their own studio spaces during the residency timeframe (which lasts a full calendar year) but are required to visit the Gardens at least once within a predetermined two-month timeframe called a Focus Period. Time spent on-site at the Gardens during the Focus Period is geared towards meeting with staff collaborators, exploring gardens and collections, conducting research, and conceptualizing work. Artists may work on their projects before and after their Focus Period but should concentrate their engagement with Gardens staff and resources during the identified Focus Period. 

Artists are additionally required to attend four virtual cohort meetings during the residency year to share progress and connect with other artists, including a meeting to share their completed work at the close of the residency. At least one artwork must be completed by the end of the residency year. As part of the residency, Denver Botanic Gardens may acquire one artwork, which is proposed by the artist for consideration. Though DBG may exhibit acquired artworks in the future, the Land Line residency does not culminate in an exhibition. Land Line does not accept applications proposing onsite installations, public programming or exhibitions.

Land Line artists select a residency theme and will be paired with a staff collaborator working in that field to serve as a knowledge resource for the artist’s research and project. Artists can select one of the following thematic areas for their work and explorations:

1. **Colorado Native Plants**: Working with native plants in any region is important for ecosystem health, but here in Colorado native plants are uniquely adapted to our semi-arid climate and/or alpine environments.
2. **Biodiversity**: Whether maintaining relationships between plants and animals, ensuring food security, or resisting the effects of climate change, biological diversity is a crucial element of a healthy natural world.
3. **Scientific and botanical illustration**: The exacting discipline of botanical illustration portrays the beauty of nature for scientific purposes. Artists who select Scientific and Botanical Illustration will be paired with a staff member from the School of Botanical Art & Illustration.

  

Artists are responsible for arranging their own travel, lodging, food, and supplies, supported by a $3,000 honorarium. 

Land Line: Artist Residency Program

Artists have played an important role in the formation, preservation, and enjoyment of national parks. Over a century ago, by painting landscapes of the American West, artists publicized many of the natural wonders of a land little known to an eastern populace. Their body of work helped to foster appreciation for these national wonders which ultimately resulted in the establishment of many national parks. Artist’s interpretation of park landscapes through many types of media connects people to these special places, which is an essential part of the preservation and protection of America’s national parks.

At Great Basin National Park, artists will be surrounded by the natural beauty of the Park from the 13,063-foot summit of Wheeler Peak to the depths of Lehman Caves. The Park offers the solitude of the wilderness and provides expansive and renowned dark-sky stargazing. The sights, sounds, and textures of the environment, along with uninterrupted time, offer a respite from typical daily life and provide inspiration for creative work.

Great Basin National Park is very remote. The closest town is Baker which has few to no amenities. Artists will find amenities in Ely, Nevada, 60 miles away.

  
Each AIR will present one public program in the Park during their residency. The winter program may take place in a local school rather than the Park. The AIR will also present one virtual public program after their residency which will be organized through Great Basin National Park Foundation (GBNPF). GBNPF is the nonprofit partner of Great Basin National Park, and is financially supporting this residency.

Each AIR will provide a digital portfolio of visual art, writing, music, or performance created during the residency. The digital portfolio will not be monetized, and exclusive rights will not be requested. Artists will always be credited with their work when digital items are used. Digital portfolios will be shared with Great Basin National Park and GBNPF.

Each AIR will donate one physical artistic piece (if applicable), along with a digital representation of the artistic piece within one year of their residency. The donation may be displayed in the Park for up to three years, after which it will be transferred to GBNPF for unrestricted use. Each AIR will provide a deed of gift to GBNPF for donated work(s) allowing rights to both digital & physical pieces.

Artists will be selected based upon their demonstrated professionalism, artistic integrity, creativity, ability to interpret Great Basin National Park and the Great Basin Region, and ability to reside in a remote location (camping and/or housing). Artists' professional resume and personal statement should address the above to be competitive within this application.

* **Summer residence:** This is a CAMPING residency**.** Most camping gear is provided (tent, stove, cots, camp kitchen, etc). Artists should be familiar and confident with camping prior to applying for this residency. A campsite will be provided. The artist may choose their preferred campground within the park. Please be aware that internet service is unavailable and there is no public WiFi. Cell service is also limited and varies between carriers. Pets and smoking are not allowed. Summer is a beautiful time within the park, but monsoonal weather is common.
* **Fall residence:** This residency has park housing. Lodging includes a furnished private bedroom within a shared living space (kitchen and bathroom). Washers and dryers are available and the kitchen includes major appliances (refrigerator, stove, sink) and basic utensils and dishes. The selected artist is responsible for bringing everything else they may need. Please be aware that internet service is unavailable and there is no public WiFi. Cell service is also limited and varies between carriers. Pets and smoking are not allowed. In fall the park remains completely accessible.
* **Winter residence:** This residency has park housing. Lodging includes a furnished private bedroom within a shared living space (kitchen and bathroom). Washers and dryers are available and the kitchen includes major appliances (refrigerator, stove, sink) and basic utensils and dishes. The selected artist is responsible for bringing everything else they may need. Please be aware that internet service is unavailable and there is no public WiFi. Cell service is also limited and varies between carriers. Pets and smoking are not allowed. In winter the park is very quiet and likely to be covered with several feet of snow. A residence may choose to explore on snowshoes or cross country skis. Storms may make travel to amenities in Ely more difficult.

  

Great Basin National Park Artist in Residence 2024

In 1999, Wildacres Retreat opened our residency program for artists. Since that time, we have had the opportunity to host hundreds of writers, artisans, and musicians. Participants in the program stay in one of three self-catering cabins located just a quarter-mile beyond the retreat entrance. One of the cabins is completely ADA compliant and another can house two residents working on a project together.

  
Using the space provided by the three cabins, Wildacres hosts approximately seventy artists each year for one-week residencies from April through October. Residencies begin on Monday afternoons and run until Sunday mornings. While there are landlines at each residency cabin, there is no internet access in the cabins, and cellphones do not typically connect except in the main part of the retreat where we do have WiFi access. The residency program allows artists the solitude and inspiration needed to begin or continue work on a project in their particular field of creative arts. Past residents tell us that being able to work in such a secluded, natural setting provides them with an unparalleled opportunity to step away from outside distractions and completely focus on their work.

Participants in the program stay in one of three self-catering cabins located just a quarter-mile beyond the retreat entrance.

Wildacres Residency Program

A six-week artist residency on a 4-acre property in the small community of Fulford Harbour on the south end of Salt Spring Island. Salt Spring Island is a rural community with limited Public Transit from Fulford Village to the central village of Ganges and other island ferry terminals.

  
DATES: APRIL 21 — JUNE 2, 2025

**THE STUDIO**

A 560 sq.ft. space suitable for most visual arts (limited possibilities for performing arts) with access to a 1,200-plus reference library of art books in a study room on the upper floor. A printing press, work tables and easels are available. If you require specialized equipment or space for your art practice please contact AiR (air@ssartscouncil.com) before applying to ensure we can accommodate your needs. Wifi is available, however, may not be suitable for streaming.

**THE CABIN**

A rustic 200 sq.ft. open plan cabin suitable for one person, comprising a double bed with storage loft overhead, simple kitchen, electric heat and wifi. It does not have running water but there is a wash station in the adjoining room and an outhouse close by. (Occupant has access to their own designated bathroom in the main house). This cabin is recommended for artists who enjoy living rurally and with very basic amenities.

Pets are not allowed. Smoking is not permitted in accommodations or studio facilities.

**HONORARIUM**

A $1,000 (CAD) honorarium will be received upon completion of the residency.

Artist in Residence at The Point 2025

**Charlotte Street** is currently seeking submissions from local artists who want their work considered for the Crossroads Artboards **2025-2026\.** Since 2008, 114 Kansas City based artists or collectives have been selected for their commissioned Artboards.

  
The Artboards are exterior, double-sided billboards at 125 Southwest Boulevard. From April 2025through March 2026, new, commissioned images by Kansas City area artists will be presented and rotated approximately every three months.

Artwork displayed on Artboards, double-sided billboards at 125 Southwest Boulevard.

  
Artist Fee: $1000

2025-2026 Charlotte Street Crossroads Artboards

The University of Saskatchewan Art Galleries and Collection (USAGaC) has now opened the application call for the third annual **ohpinamake Prize for Indigenous Artists**. “ohpinamake”is a nêhiyawêwin term meaning “to lift others,” which was gifted to USAGaC by three Indigenous community leaders: elders Maria Campbell and Louise Bernice Halfe-Sky Dancer, and artist and alumna Ruth Cuthand (BFA’83, MFA’92). This prestigious award recognizes an Indigenous artist who works within the spirit of the term, and whose territories intersect with the current colonial borders of Canada.

ohpinamake Prize for Indigenous Artists

The Keshet Makers Space Experience (MSE) is a cohort-based residency program in which choreographers / dancemakers have access to rehearsal space, peer movement classes, arts business workshops, and the New Mexico skies, as they explore their art form and their projects at whatever stage they might be – newly germinating ideas, final development of full productions, and/or anything in between.

  
Each MSE Cohort provides a unique opportunity for artists from across the country and world to gather at Keshet for a 10-day residency as they explore, move, share, and create. It is also a unique opportunity for the Albuquerque community to enjoy getting to know these amazing artists.

  
**Program Calendar:**

* Sept 27, 2024 **9:30am MST -** Makers Space Informational Webinar to
* Early December 2024 - 90-minute Orientation Zoom Meeting with Cohort 1 & 2 (REQUIRED)
* Jan16-26, 2025 - **MSE Residency Period** – Cohort 1
* Sat, Jan 25, 2025 - Choreographers’ Showcase Performance/s (participation optional)
* Feb 6-16, 2025 - **MSE Residency Period** – Cohort 2
* Sat, Feb 15, 2025 - Choreographers’ Showcase Performance/s (participation optional)

Keshet’s cohort-based residencies provide:

* studios / rehearsal space
* peer-learning movement classes
* business workshops for arts entrepreneurs
* housing throughout residency period

Keshet's Makers Space Experience 2025

Each year the short-term fellows’ program enables scholars to engage in research in non-circulating collections at Yale that focus on the aural, material, visual, ritual, and textual cultures of religions. Fellows may be senior scholars or Ph.D. students working on interdisciplinary projects in sacred music, worship, and the arts. Spanning virtually every age and region of the world, Yale’s collections are among the deepest and widest ranging of any university. They form an integral part of Yale’s mission of teaching and research and are accessible to students, scholars, and the public.

  
Short-term fellowships are available for doctoral students at the dissertation stage, and for scholars who hold the Ph.D or an equivalent terminal degree. These one to three month residential fellowships are restricted to work in Yale’s non-circulating collections, notably at the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, the special collections of the Divinity Library, the Morris Steinert Collection of Musical Instruments, the Yale Center for British Art, the Yale Peabody Museum, and the Yale University Art Gallery. Fellows have full access to all of Yale’s libraries and will be granted space to conduct their work. Fellows are encouraged to involve themselves in the life of the university while at Yale.

  
**General Expectations**

Researchers must free themselves of most other work during the fellowship period (including not holding other fellowships simultaneously) and are expected to reside in the vicinity of Yale. Yale faculty, staff, and students are not eligible for these fellowships. Split fellowships will not be granted, and only one application per candidate is allowed in a given academic year. Please note that attendance will be monitored and grants will be adjusted to reflect shortened fellowship periods. Only J-1 visas will be granted to fellows requiring immigration assistance to undertake research.

The ISM provides a grant towards round-trip travel (economy class) from the candidate’s home to New Haven and an honorarium for living expenses of $4,500 per month for doctoral candidates (ABD), or $5,500 per month for any scholar holding the doctorate. Fellows are responsible for locating and initially funding their own housing.

Yale Institute of Sacred Music:  Short-Term Fellowships

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