Hamiltonian Artists Fellowship applications are open for emerging visual artists aged 21 or older who are not enrolled in a full‑time degree program. Applicants must reside within a 150‑mile radius of Washington, DC for the full two‑year fellowship (October 2026 – October 2028). The program supports three to five fellows per cohort, providing a $2,000 annual honorarium, a $750 exhibition production budget, and up to three months of on‑site studio space in the second year. Fellows participate in a structured professional development curriculum, cohort activities, and a solo exhibition or final project in their second year. Applications are submitted via SlideRoom and require a biography, statement, CV, three references, and up to ten portfolio files. A non‑refundable $20 USD application fee applies, with fee waivers available on request. The review process runs 9–11 weeks after the July 27, 2026 deadline, culminating in interviews and final selection. The fellowship emphasizes artistic growth, community contribution, and access to a network of curators, artists, and arts professionals.