Open calls: new media
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OtherNew Media WeekNew Media WeekA competition for professional new media artists offering cash prizes, exhibition at the Silesian Museum in Katowice, and travel and accommodation support for shortlisted participants.ResidencyDiriyah Art Futures announces winners for Emerging New Media Artists ProgramDiriyah Art FuturesExhibitionBio-morph, The Second Emerging Artists New Media Art ExhibitionLiu Shiming Art FoundationEstablished to support the work of visual artists during the first decade of their careers, the Liu Shiming Artist Grants enable the creation of new projects that explore the interplay between traditional, cultural, or historical influences and contemporary artistic practice.ResidencyHacklab01 ResidencyHacklab01Hacklab01 offers an online and physical residency program in Zagreb focused on new media, hacking, and digital art, providing studio accommodation, internet, and workshop tools.ExhibitionDubai opens ISEA2026: can your project make the cut?Dubai Culture and Zayed UniversityISEA2026 invites artists to submit proposals for exhibitions, performances, installations and other new media works to be presented at the symposium in Dubai, 6‑15 November 2026.FellowshipRolling Interdisciplinary FellowshipThe Frank‑Ratchye STUDIO for Creative InquiryA rolling interdisciplinary fellowship at the STUDIO for Creative Inquiry supporting art‑science and new‑media projects.ResidencyThree Shadows Xiamen Photography Art CentreThree Shadows Xiamen Photography Art CentreThree Shadows Photography Art Centre, the first art space in China dedicated solely to photography and new media, aspires to be the country’s most professional and robust venue for contemporary photography. In order to further expand the Chinese photography community and strengthen our ties with institutions around the world, both Beijing and Xiamen location of Three Shadows offer an Artist-in-Residence Program (AIR).ResidencyVisual and Sound Artist ResidencyInternational Visegrad FundThe Visual and Sound Artist Residency facilitates mobility and artistic exchange for V4 citizens in visual, sound, design, and new media fields, offering a two‑month residency with €6,000 funding.GrantGrants for Artists and PhotographersUSASUMMER 2026 OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS — Innovate Grant is thrilled to introduce our newly increased award amounts of $1,800.00.GrantAnnouncing the 2026 Lightning Fund and Jacki Apple AwardsLos Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions (LACE)The LACE Lightning Fund is an annual grant program that awards ten $6,000 project grants to Los‑Angeles‑County visual artists, with an additional $10,000 Jacki Apple Fund award for a mid‑ or late‑career artist.OtherPublic Art Archive - Call for Artwork SubmissionsPublic Art ArchiveThe Public Art Archive invites artists and organizations worldwide to submit completed public art projects to its free, online public engagement portal.ResidencyLucid Art Residency Program 2027Lucid Art Foundation3-week solo artist residency in Inverness, California for nonrepresentational, conceptual, ecological, and interdisciplinary artmaking.GrantPop Culture Collaborative grants: PROGRAM AREA 1: ARTISTS ADVANCING CULTURE CHANGEPop Culture CollaborativeThe Pop Culture Collaborative offers rolling‑submission grants to US‑based artists and organizations developing creative work that advances pluralist culture change, with funding from $20,000 to $200,000.GrantGrants to IndividualsGraham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine ArtsThe Graham Foundation grantmaking programs focus on supporting individuals and organizations in the United States, however, the Foundation also awards grants internationally. Note that regardless of where a supported grant project originates, all final products must be disseminated in English.ResidencySTUDIO for Creative InquirySTUDIO for Creative Inquiryinterdisciplinary art and science research centerAward2026 Earth Partner PrizeEarth PartnerThe 2026 Earth Partner Prize is a global art competition for artists aged 14‑30, offering cash prizes of $10,000, $5,000 or $2,000 and a virtual exhibition.GrantI I I Artist FundI I I Artist FundAward for recent MFA graduates in Visual ArtResidencyLa Macina di San CresciLa Macina di San CresciLa Macina di San Cresci offers artists an opportunity to work for an extended period of time in a social environment that is rich in history and surrounded by nature, the Chianti landscape is possibly the best-known of all of Tuscany.AwardGlobal Design iT Award 2026Korean Federation of Design Industry Associations (KODIA)The Global Design iT Award 2026 is an international design competition organized by KODIA, open to designers worldwide across seven categories, with a final ceremony on 11 December 2026 in Seoul.ResidencyONE WORLD RESIDENCY by KIAR, IndiaKalanirvana International Art ResidencyKIAR offers a flexible artist residency in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, inviting Indian and international artists across various disciplines to create, research, and engage with local culture.ResidencyInternational Visegrad Fund Artist Residencies 2026International Visegrad FundThe International Visegrad Fund offers five artist residency programmes across Central Europe and beyond, opening on 15 September 2026.ExhibitionCall for Artists: CICA Contemporary Art Solo Show Series Spring 2027CICA MuseumCICA Museum invites artists worldwide to apply for a solo exhibition (≈44 m²) in its Spring 2027 series and inclusion in the e‑book “CICA Art Now 2027”.GrantMedia Artists Creation Grant - TorontoToronto Arts CouncilUp to $15,000 for professional media artists to create new works or complete projects in film, video, audio, digital, VR/AR, and more.ResidencyLate Fall 2025 ResidenciesLate Fall 2025 ResidenciesAssociated Residency Program [Dorland Mountain Arts](https://artistcommunities.org/directory/residencies/dorland-mountain-arts) Organization [Dorland Mountain Arts](https://artistcommunities.org/directory/organizations/dorland-mountain-arts)GrantMedia Artists Program: CreationToronto Arts CouncilThe Media Artists Program provides Toronto‑based professional media artists with funding to create or complete new works, covering production and post‑production costs.GrantArtists to Work Program (2027 Cycle)City of Phoenix, Arts and CultureThe Artists to Work Program provides ten $10,000 grants to permanent Phoenix residents working in visual, film, or media arts to create and present new work during 2027.GrantNewUnlimited Partner Awards for disabled artists now openUnlimitedUnlimited’s Partner Awards provide £280,000 in funding to disabled artists across England, Scotland, and Wales, supporting the creation of new work in theatre, performance, digital media, music, visual arts, and more.JobMarketing and Development AssociateElevator Repair Service TheaterElevator Repair Service Theater seeks a full‑time Marketing and Development Associate to lead marketing initiatives, manage social media, and support grant‑writing and administrative tasks in New York City.ResidencyResidency ApplicationThe Helene Wurlitzer Foundation of New MexicoApplications for artist residency grants in 2028 will open on January 19, 2026. Applications submitted by January 18, 2027 at 11:59 PM [MST] will be considered for the residency sessions shown below.Competition2026 New York Photography AwardsInternational Awards AssociateAn international photography competition that honors outstanding photographers worldwide, offering cash prizes and recognition.ResidencyOoika oAir - Artist-in-Residency (Princeton, New Jersey)OoikaOoika’s Artist-in-Residence Program (oAIR) offers a month‑long residency in Princeton, NJ for photographers and image‑based media artists, including a $3,000 stipend, studio space, and exhibition opportunities.AwardGoetz Media Art Prize 2026Kunststiftung Ingvild und Stephan GoetzThe Goetz Media Art Prize awards €5,000 and an exhibition for a new film, video or installation created by final‑year students or recent graduates of the Academy of Fine Arts Munich.ExhibitionArtist Opportunities #734The Art LeagueEvery week we gather a variety of artist opportunities from the DC area and beyond. Find one below and apply today — good luck! Click… [ Keep reading ](https://www.theartleague.org/blog/2025/06/24/artist-opportunities-734/)CompetitionRTP Lab 2026: Consulta de Conteúdos MultiplataformaRTP LabRTP Lab 2026 invites creators to submit projects for multi‑platform content production and distribution, open to individuals over 18 and eligible collectives.ResidencyDaisy Lane: Print & Book Artist Residency at Bainbridge Island Museum of ArtBainbridge Island Museum of ArtThe Daisy Lane Print & Book Artist Residency at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art offers a 2–4‑week studio program for artists working in book arts and related print media, with housing provided.ResidencyEMAP Residencies European Media Art Platform (EMAP)The European Media Artists Residency Exchange (EMARE) offers two‑month residencies at eleven European media art institutions, with €4,000 grant, accommodation, travel support and production budget for emerging media artists.ResidencySilhouette Projects - Artist Residency (SP-AIR) - KampalaSilhouette ProjectsSilhouette Projects - Artist Residency (SP-AIR) - Kampala is a unique opportunity for artists to engage with the local community and create new works inspired by the city's rich cultural heritage.ResidencyLES Studio ProgramArtists Alliance Inc.Studio residency for NYC-based emerging artistsGrantDuckling Seed GrantDuckling Media ApSThe Duckling Seed Grant is a monthly production grant that provides up to €1,300 to emerging documentary photographers, journalists, and filmmakers to support the development and production of new projects.CompetitionArt and Woman Edition 4Arts to Hearts ProjectArt & Woman Edition 4 is a juried global open call inviting women and womxn visual artists to submit existing works for publication and a USD 500 cash award.ResidencyThird Open Call for 2026 Production ResidencyProyecto AceA 4‑week production and exploration residency for professional and emerging artists in visual arts, sound, and performance media, open to all nationalities.ResidencyCommunity ConnectionsPerkins Center for the ArtsThese are ongoing monthly programs—facilitated by artists, community members, and cultural practitioners—designed to spark creativity, conversation, and connection.Competition8th Chelsea International Photography Competition 2026New York Art CompetitionsAn annual international photography competition offering exhibition in New York, cash prizes and a $55,000 prize pool, open to photographers worldwide.ExhibitionCall for Artists: Exhibition Opportunity for NM Woman-Identifying ArtistsSouthwest ContemporaryJoin the New Mexico State Committee of the National Museum of Women in the Arts and create your Artist Registry profile by August 30, 2026, to qualify to apply through CaFÉ for “Her Art, Her Voice”—a juried exhibition at Turner Carroll Gallery and GF Contemporary in Santa Fe in March 2027.Residencyd/Deaf and/or Disabled Artist Development Residency 2026Toi AroThe 2026 d/Deaf and/or Disabled Artist Development Residency at Toi Aro offers an 8‑week studio placement, $3,750 fee, interpreter support, and a final studio showing for one Wellington‑based d/Deaf or disabled artist.JobProgram Officer – Arts & EducationYale-China AssociationFull‑time Program Officer role at Yale‑China Association, supporting arts and education exchanges between the US and China, based in New Haven, CT.Residency2028 Texas Open Call – Artpace International Artist-in-ResidenceArtpaceA free, annual open call for Texas‑based artists to apply for Artpace’s International Artist‑in‑Residence program.AwardTAF Artist Award 2027 – South Asia 2027 (NEW)The Arts Family (TAF)The TAF Artist Award 2027 is a flagship prize recognising mid‑career or established contemporary artists, offering a major solo exhibition and a production grant of up to INR 1,50,000.