About the Open Call

The Emerging Artist Fellowship is designed to offer a creative home to emerging artists as they transition into and deepen their professional careers. Fellows join a community of artists and culture workers from a broad range of disciplines. The program involves participating in education and enrichment programs, curatorial planning, and gaining insight into the back-end operations of arts institutions. Two cohorts are available in 2026: May 21 – September 3 and July 23 – November 5.

What is Offered

Boarding, private studio, $250 weekly stipend, professional development, networking, and support for a public-facing community program.

Requirements

Applicants must be 21+ years of age with an active artistic practice and interest in community engagement. Fellows must commit to 15 weeks of living on campus and contribute an average of 10 hours per week to Bethany program development, including tasks like camp help, administrative support, and kitchen duties. Each fellow must also design and present one free public program.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through Submittable at https://bethanyarts.submittable.com/submit. A complete application includes one letter of recommendation (due Feb 24) and one additional reference.