Jacques and Natasha Gelman Fellowship
Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA)
About the Open Call
Supported by the Jacques and Natasha Gelman Foundation, this fellowship is designed for visual artists. The residency includes a private bedroom with en-suite bath, a separate individual studio, and three meals a day in a community of cross-disciplinary artists. The program aims to support emerging visual artists and the arts, specifically through fully-funded residencies at VCCA's Virginia campus.
What is Offered
Fully-funded two-week or one-month residency, private bedroom, individual studio, three meals a day, and a $1,000 honorarium.
Requirements
Must be a visual artist. Preference is given to artists of African American or Latin American descent.
How to Apply
To be considered, applicants must complete the “Application for Mt. San Angelo Residencies, VCCA in Virginia – Spring 2027” via the SlideRoom portal, selecting their fellowship interest in Question 2. Fee waivers are available if requested by May 10, 2026.
Key Information
Deadline
May 15, 2026
Location
Amherst, United States
Categories
Compensation
paid