Arts Writers Grant

Creative Capital
Currently accepting applications
Award Amount
$15,000–$50,000
Cycle
Annual
National Award Visual Arts
About This Opportunity

Grants for writers covering visual art, including criticism, essays, blogs, and book-length projects. Administered by Creative Capital and funded by the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. Awards range from $15,000 to $50,000 depending on project scope. One of the few grant programs specifically supporting arts writing, recognizing the vital role of criticism and cultural commentary in the visual arts ecosystem.

Details
Discipline Visual Arts
Geographic Focus National
Entry Fee Free
Application Requirements
applicant type
  • ✓
    Individual Artists
category
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    Literary Arts
material
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    Artist Bio
  • ✓
    Artist CV / Resume
  • ✓
    Project Budget
  • ✓
    Project Description
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    Work Samples (Writing)
    3 published pieces
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