December 2025: A Month Brimming with Creative Opportunities
Are you an artist, writer, or creative professional seeking new horizons to explore and fund your passion? Look no further! Hyperallergic’s monthly Opportunities Listings (https://hyperallergic.com/tag/opportunities/) is your gateway to residencies, fellowships, grants, and open calls that can propel your career to new heights. But here's where it gets exciting: this month's lineup includes exclusive programs from renowned institutions like Ucross, Athens Photo Research Center, and more. And this is the part most people miss—subscribing to our newsletter ensures you never miss a chance to elevate your craft. Sign up here (https://hyperallergic.com/#/portal/account/newsletters) and stay ahead of the curve!
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Residencies, Workshops, & Fellowships
Athens Photo Research Center – One Year Program: The Photographic Condition
Ever wondered what it’s like to learn from photography giants like Laia Abril, Joan Fontcuberta, and Taryn Simon? This hybrid program offers in-person workshops, online lectures, and studio visits. But here's the catch: early applicants save €600! Will you seize the opportunity before the deadline?
- Early Deadline: December 10, 2025 | Final Deadline: January 13, 2026
- Apply Now
Sharpe-Walentas Studio Program
Brooklyn’s calling! This program awards studio space to 17 visual artists for a year-long residency. Controversial question: With limited spots, how will you make your application stand out?
- Application Period: December 15, 2025–January 15, 2026
- Apply Now
Ucross – Fall 2026 Artist Residencies
Imagine immersing yourself in Wyoming’s High Plains on a 20,000-acre ranch. And this is the part most people miss: residents receive a $1,500 stipend and chef-prepared meals. Is this the retreat your creativity needs?
- Deadline: January 15, 2026 (11:59pm MT)
- Apply Now
U-M Stamps School of Art & Design – Roman J. Witt Residency Program
A $20,000 honorarium, housing, and studio space? Yes, please! This program is open to both established and emerging artists. Bold statement: Could this be your breakthrough moment?
- Deadline: January 15, 2026
- Apply Now
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft – 2026–27 Artist Residency
24/7 studio access, a $1,000 monthly stipend, and professional development opportunities—what’s not to love? Thought-provoking question: How would you utilize this residency to push your craft?
- Deadline: February 1, 2025
- Apply Now
The Laundromat Project – Create Change Residency
This two-year program supports NYC artists of color with $20,000 honorariums and $10,000 production budgets. Controversial interpretation: Is this the most inclusive residency program out there?
- Deadline: December 15, 2025
- Apply Now
Utah Museum of Contemporary Art – Artist-in-Residence Program
Tailored specifically for Utah artists, this residency offers free studio space and an exhibition opportunity. Bold question: Could this be the platform to showcase your work to a broader audience?
- Deadline: December 31, 2025
- Apply Now
Open Calls for Art & Writing
Tate – Call for Papers: Whistler’s Finish
Tate Papers invites submissions for a special edition celebrating James McNeill Whistler’s technique. And this is the part most people miss: this is your chance to contribute to a major conservation research project.
- Deadline: February 15, 2026
- Submit Now
Museum of the Moving Image – 2025 Marvels of Media Festival
Autistic media-makers, this festival is your stage! Showcase your work and connect with a supportive community. Thought-provoking question: How can we better amplify autistic voices in media?
- Deadline: January 31, 2026
- Submit Now
SPACES – Echo Artist Residency Program
Create on-site installations in Northeast Ohio and receive a $2,000 stipend. Bold statement: This could be your chance to leave a lasting mark on a community.
- Deadline: February 10, 2026
- Apply Now
Women Studies Quarterly (WSQ) – Call for Papers: Testimonio/s
Submit written or visual work for a special issue exploring testimonio as a tool for agency and resistance. Controversial question: How does testimonio challenge traditional narratives of gender and ethnicity?
- Deadline: March 13, 2026
- Submit Now
Grants & Awards
The Burlington Magazine – Travel Bursaries to Study European Drawings
Emerging art historians, here’s your chance to study Renaissance to 1900 works on paper. And this is the part most people miss: bursaries up to £3,500 can transform your research.
- Deadline: February 1, 2026
- Apply Now
Virginia A. Groot Foundation – 2026 Groot Grant Application for Sculptors
With grants up to $60,000, this foundation supports sculptors in all forms and materials. Bold question: Could this funding be the key to unlocking your next masterpiece?
- Deadline: January 10, 2026 (11:59pm CT)
- Apply Now
Artists & Mothers Grant
NYC artists who are mothers, this $25,000 grant is for you! Use it for childcare and focus on your art. Thought-provoking question: How can we better support artists balancing parenthood and creativity?
- Deadline: January 2, 2026
- Apply Now
Spector Craft Prize for Emerging Artists
Win $10,000 and mentorship in ceramics, textiles, and more. Controversial interpretation: Is this the most comprehensive prize for craft artists today?
- Deadline: March 1, 2026
- Apply Now
Job Opportunities
Hartford Art School, University of Hartford – Assistant Professor of Sculpture (Tenure-Track)
Join a diverse student body as a versatile artist/educator. Bold question: Are you ready to inspire the next generation of sculptors?
- Application Review Begins: January 9, 2026
- Apply Now
Bates College – Assistant Professor of Art and Visual Culture
Expertise in printmaking and foundational studies? This tenure-track position could be yours. Thought-provoking question: How will you shape the future of art education?
- Deadline: December 31, 2025
- Apply Now
Smith College – Assistant Professor of Artist’s Books and Artist’s Publications
Bring your expertise in book arts and letterpress to this tenure-track role. Controversial question: Is the future of art education in specialized fields like this?
- Deadline: December 15, 2025
- Apply Now
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Final Thought: With so many opportunities available, the only question left is—which one will you pursue? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
