2026-27 ISCP Helen Frankenthaler Foundation Residency Open Call

About the Open Call

The International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP) is pleased to announce an open call for a seven-month artist residency, fully funded by the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation. The residency is for visual artists eligible to work in the United States whose work in painting, drawing and/or printmaking is characterized by a spirit of innovation. Support includes a living and materials stipend of $3,050 per month. The residency program includes 24/7 access to a private, furnished studio space; monthly hour-long meetings with visiting critics; field trips to museums, galleries, and other cultural venues; and the opportunity to participate in a public talk. Residents become part of a growing network of over 2,000 alumni from more than 100 countries.

What is Offered

$3,050 per month living and materials stipend, 24/7 access to a 378-square foot private furnished studio, monthly meetings with visiting critics, field trips, and a public presentation opportunity.

Requirements

Applicants must be visual artists working in painting, drawing, and/or printmaking. Must hold U.S. citizenship or residency status offering eligibility to be paid in the United States. Must be able to accept a 1099 U.S. government form. Applicants may not be ISCP alumni or currently enrolled in school at the time of residency. Artists must be highly proficient in spoken and written English.

How to Apply

Submit a single PDF (max 10mb) to application@iscp-nyc.org with '2026-27 Helen Frankenthaler Foundation Residency' in the subject line. Include: Application form with contact details, CV (5 pages max), 10 work samples with captions, reference letter, contact info for a second reference, 2-3 reviews, catalogs (optional), and proof of eligibility to work in the US.