May 11, 2022 | Issue 48
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This article by Sophia Kishkovsky highlights the efforts by Sotheby’s to raise funds in response to the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine by holding a virtual fundraiser. The auction will sell artwork from 15 contemporary Ukrainian artists with sales going directly to International Rescue Committee.
This article from Paper City highlights the generous legacy gift given to the Houston Ballet on Monday by Margaret Alkek Williams. This article shares memorable moments from the celebration with images.
Daily Meditation & Contemplative Practice Offerings: Breathing breaks, reflection journaling, monthly morning practice, midweek mantras, mindful drawing, and meditation. This is a virtual offering from Pratt Institute and is free & open to all.
Focused on growth of artists at every stage, Silver Art’s 2022 cohort welcomes artists whose mediums fall under painting, drawing, photography, performance, digital, sculpture, and film/video/moving image to apply. The sole purpose of this cohort is to allow artist an unrestricted place to create art among fellow artists.
Application Deadline:  May 22, 2022
Award Amount: $1,200 stipend and studio space in New York City for up to 10 months
Andy Warhol’s iconic silkscreen of Marilyn Monroe has been sold for $195 million making it the most expensive piece of work from a U.S. artist ever sold at auction.
Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA) is accepting applications for their Winter 2023 residency. Writers, visual artists and composers are eligible to apply. This residency is focused on giving artists space to create art with all expenses paid. This VCCA residency is located in Amherst, Virginia. This residency is from January 2 to April 31, 2023.
Application Deadline: May 15, 2022
Award Amount: Private living suite with in-suite bathroom, 3 meals per day
Application Fee: $30
The New York Public Library's Jerome Robbins Dance Division invites applications from scholars and practitioners interested in investigating the theme of dance and ecology, highlighting the work of dance practitioners who engage with ecosystems and the biological interdependence of the natural world. There is a strong desire for artists to contribute to addressing the global responsibility of climate change. Applicants must be residents of the U.S. Project must take place from July 1 – December 31, 2022.
Application Deadline: May 15, 2022
Award Amount: $10,000
Overtones is a grant program and workshop to reduce barriers to electronic music production. This two-month, grant and workshop program is for emerging electronic musicians in Los Angeles made in partnership with Other People. This is open only to artists residing in Los Angeles for an eight week program. Program runs from July 11 – August 29, 2022.
Application Deadline: May 13, 2022
Award Amount: $4,375
Arts Administrators of Color is seeking a seasoned nonprofit professional with a connection to the arts and a background in mobilizing communities of the global majority. The responsibilities include board governance, leadership & management, fundraising, and organization strategy. This is a full-time, fully remote position with annual salary of $100,000 under a 3-year contract.
Application Deadline: Today! May 11, 2022
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