Emerging Artist Fellowship at the Santa Fe Art Institute

The Chicago-based Harpo Foundation was established in 2006 to support artists who are underrecognized in their field. The foundation seeks to stimulate creative inquiry that encourages new modes of thinking about art.

The foundation's Emerging Artist Fellowship at the Santa Fe Art Institute was established in 2013 to provide an annual opportunity to an emerging visual artist age 25 or older who needs time and space to explore an idea or start a new project. Fellows will receive a one-month residency at the Santa Fe Art Institute that includes a well-appointed room with private bath, beautiful well-lit studio space, and a $500 travel stipend.

Founded in 1985, the Santa Fe Art Institute provides a unique opportunity for emerging artists to pursue creative projects without interruption. SFAI supports over fifty residents per year and offers a cohesive arts-focused environment that provides the ideal working conditions for resident artists. Living and studio space is located within a nearly 17,000-square-foot complex designed by renowned Mexican architect Ricardo Legoretta. The unique SFAI environment allows residents to be as interactive or private as they wish. There are no requirements on the work produced during their time at SFAI.

One fellowship is awarded annually to an emerging artist who demonstrates strong artistic ability and promise as well as an evolving practice at a pivotal moment in its development.

The foundation will begin accepting applications on August 1.

For complete program guidelines, information about previous fellowship recipients, and applications instructions, see the Harpo Foundation website.