About the Open Call

The 2027 Wachtmeister Award is for an interdisciplinary visual artist pushing the boundaries of traditional and nontraditional materials and approaches. Applicants must have worked professionally for at least 15 years with substantial national or international achievement. The recipient will receive a fully-funded VCCA residency of up to 30 days (scheduled between May 1, 2027, and August 31, 2028), a $1,000 honorarium, and a $750 travel stipend. This award is for artists who have never been in residence at VCCA.

What is Offered

Fully-funded residency of up to 30 days, $1,000 honorarium, and $750 travel stipend.

Requirements

Minimum 15 years of professional experience, significant national/international achievement, must be an interdisciplinary visual artist, and must never have been in residence at VCCA.

How to Apply

Apply online through Slideroom at https://vcca.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/84047