About the Open Call

The 4th annual Irene Yamamoto Arts Writers Fellowship, presented by the Daniel K. Inouye National Center for the Preservation of Democracy, supports emerging writers of color who provide critical, analytical, or interpretive perspectives on visual art. The fellowship aims to broaden cultural criticism by highlighting voices from diverse cultural and political perspectives. Visual art is defined broadly to include museum/gallery works, public art (murals, sculptures), and digital art (NFTs, memes).

What is Offered

Two fellows will each receive a $5,000 unrestricted cash award, the opportunity to publish a piece of criticism on the Democracy Center blog, and the opportunity to deliver a talk at the museum.

Requirements

Applicants must be emerging writers of color whose primary practice is writing about the arts. Writing samples must focus on visual art (not theater, music, or literature). Submissions of creative writing (poetry, fiction, memoir) are not eligible.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official fellowship portal on CallforEntry.org (CaFÉ) at https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=16930