Author Grants
Supports authors and editors publishing advanced research on British art by funding publication costs that enhance scholarly works.
Funder: Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art
Due Dates: September 14, 2026 (Full application) | September 23, 2026 (Reference submission)
Funding Amounts: Small grants up to £2,000; large grants from £2,001 to £6,000; one-off awards per round.
Summary: Supports individuals publishing advanced research on British art by funding costs such as image licensing, contributors’ fees, and translation to enhance scholarly publications.
Description
This grant supports authors and editors aiming to publish significant written works—such as monographs, edited collections, catalogues, or articles—based on advanced research in British art, visual culture, or architecture. Funding is intended to facilitate the dissemination of original scholarship by covering costs that directly enhance the final publication, including image licensing, reproduction, contributors’ fees, and translation of original materials. The program prioritizes academic rigor, originality, and projects that broaden the impact of British art studies.
