Opportunities
A curated hub for open calls, residencies, mural projects, grants and creative commissions, across the Caribbean and beyond.
Rooted in Caribalent’s mission to amplify Caribbean creativity, we spotlight pathways for artists to share their voice, grow their practice and connect with communities worldwide. Updated regularly to help you take the next step in your creative journey.
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Disclaimer:
Caribalent shares opportunities to support Caribbean artists in their creative journeys. While we strive to ensure accuracy, we do not endorse or guarantee the reliability, professionalism, or financial practices of the organizations featured.
We encourage all artists to do thorough research before committing to any opportunity. If you’ve participated in one and experienced challenges, we welcome your feedback to help our community make informed decisions.
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PUBLIC ART
Boise Airport Wall Surface 3D Public Art
​The City of Boise invites artists/teams to design, fabricate and install a 3D surface-based artwork on a flat, vertical wall at Boise Airport.
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Deadline: February 13, 2026
Location: Boise, Idaho, USA
Award: $50,000
Eligibility: International artist or teams.
Questions: Savannah Shaon at sshaon@cityofboise.org by February 11, 2026.​
RESIDENCY
Long Meadow Art Residency
​Solo residencies of 6 weeks to 3 months in the Berkshire Mountains, offering:
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Studio space & on-site housing
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$3,000/month stipend + $2,500 art supply budget
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Professional photography and additional benefits
Deadline: February 18, 2026
Eligibility: International artists
RESIDENCY
Rabbit Island Residency
​Rabbit Island, 91 acres of forest and sandstone in Lake Superior, offers artists two to four weeks of residency in a wilderness setting. The program provides financial support and time to explore creative practices while engaging with conservation, ecology and sustainability.
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Deadline: February 22, 2026
Eligibility: International artists
Location: Rabbit Island, Lake Superior, Michigan, USA
RESIDENCY
2027 Arts/Industry Residency at Kohler
A collaborative residency linking contemporary artists with industrial craft at Kohler Co.
Deadline: February 28, 2026
Eligibility: Open to international artists
Categories: Craft, Traditional & Mixed-Media Arts, Sculpture
Location: Wisconsin, United States​
Residency Benefits: 24/7 studio access, materials, equipment, technical support, housing, and travel.​
Stipend: $160/week for U.S. artists (paid biweekly); international artists receive shipping support in lieu of a stipend.
COMPETITION
Hasselblad Masters 2026
Global photography competition open to all cameras and formats.
Deadline: February 28, 2026
Award: Hasselblad X2D II 100C camera, two XCD Series lenses, €5,000 creative fund, and publication in the Hasselblad Masters book
Eligibility: Open to photographers worldwide; all camera brands, formats (digital or film), and frame sizes accepted
RESIDENCY
Creative Process Residency – Greywood Arts
Deadline: Ongoing
Location: Killeagh, Cork, Ireland
Eligibility: International
Categories: Craft, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed Media, Painting, Sculpture
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An artist-run residency in a historic Georgian house beside the Dissour River and near Glenbower Wood. The property includes living spaces, resident animals, and access to the adjacent Coach House, Greywood’s nonprofit creative hub with studios and an event space.
GRANT
Muze Creative Grants
Deadline: No fixed deadline (rolling applications)
Grant: US$10,000 per recipient
Eligibility: Artists of all disciplines and mediums
Purpose: Unrestricted funding for ambitious creative projects that would not otherwise be possible without financial support
Categories: All artistic practices (film, visual art, conceptual, interdisciplinary, and more)
Format: Online application
RESIDENCY
Olepangi Farm Artist-in-Residence Programme
Deadline: Ongoing
Location: Timau, Laikipia County, Kenya
Eligibility: International • Duration: 6–18 weeks
Categories: Craft, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed Media, Painting, Sculpture
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A serene farm retreat offering long views, quiet nights, and space for deep creative exploration. Open to visual artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, architects, culinary creatives, scholars, and other skilled practitioners seeking time to reflect and develop new ideas.
FELLOWSHIP
Jack Straw Artist Support Programmme 2026
Deadline: Ongoing
Location: Seattle, WA
Eligibility: International; projects with sound as a major component
Categories: Mixed media / multidisciplinary
Up to eight artists or teams receive 20 hours of free recording and production time with an engineer; 10–12 more receive matching awards. Open to artists across disciplines whose work centres on sound, music, audio storytelling, sound design, installations, digital media and more. Finished projects are presented at a Jack Straw event.
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RESIDENCY
The Ou Gallery Residency
Deadline: Ongoing
Location: Vancouver Island, Canada
Eligibility: International
Mediums: Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Mixed Media, Film/New Media, Drawing
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Process-focused residency in a historic studio surrounded by nature. Offers space to create, experiment, and recharge. No application fee.
GRANT
​Adolph & Esther Gottlieb Emergency Grant Program
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant: Up to US$15,000 (typical $5,000)
Eligibility: International painters, sculptors, and printmakers with at least 10 years in a mature phase of work.
Purpose: One-time financial aid for unforeseen emergencies (e.g., fire, flood, medical).
Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Mixed-Media, Painting, Sculpture
Format: Online only