Call For Applications: Halcyon Arts Lab Fellowship for Artists Addressing Social Justice, Civic Engagement, and Community Building
The Halcyon Arts Lab Fellowship is a nine-month, fully funded residency in Washington, DC. Applications are due by April 4, 2018.
What is the Halcyon Arts Lab Fellowship?
At the intersection of art and social change, this nine-month residential fellowship is designed to provide support and resources to emerging artists working on projects which address issues of social justice, civic engagement, and community building. Arts Lab fellows strive to hone their practices and grow as leaders in their respective fields.
Adapting the methodology of the Halcyon model, Halcyon Arts Lab fosters creativity through a supportive environment of space, access, and community. The program accepts six national and international fellows as well as two Washington, DC-based artists in each cohort.
2018/2019 fellowship dates: September 10, 2018–June 28, 2019
Who should apply?
Emerging artists who are interested in further developing a socially-engaged practice and creating lasting connections and partnerships in Washington, DC.
When is the deadline?
Applications are due by April 4, 2018, 5PM EDT
What is included?
Arts Lab Fellows have access to the following:
- Dedicated studio space to focus on research, learning, and creative practice
- A competitive financial scholarship to support living and material costs
- Nine months of off-site residential accommodation (eligible for non-DC residents only)
- A program of classes, artist talks, studio visits, civic engagement opportunities, and critiques
- Mentorship and expanded network in the fellow’s field
- Opportunity to mentor DC high school students to provide guidance and inspiration in developing the next generation of socially-engaged artists
- Collaboration and networking with fellow artists, social entrepreneurs and our program partner organizations in Washington, D.C.
