[School for Advanced Research](https://sarweb.org)

January 2027 (projected; postmark deadline January 15, or January 16 if holiday/Sunday)

$15,000 per artist; three non-residential fellowships awarded annually; one-year duration

Supports the creative development of established and emerging Native American artists across diverse disciplines with non-residential fellowships.

--- ## Description The Native Artist Fellows program, administered by the Indian Arts Research Center at the School for Advanced Research (SAR), annually awards three non-residential fellowships to support the creative growth of Native American, First Nations, and Indigenous artists from North America and its territories. Each fellowship provides $15,000 to encourage exploration of new creative directions, engagement with innovative ideas, and refinement of artistic skills. The program welcomes artists working in a wide range of disciplines, including sculpture, performance, basketry, painting, printmaking, digital art, mixed media, photography, pottery, writing, and film/video. The fellowships are designed to foster artistic growth and cultural expression, and include opportunities for public presentation and engagement with the SAR community. --- ## Due Dates - **Anticipated next deadline:** January 2027 (all applications must be postmarked by January 15; if January 15 falls on a Sunday or holiday, postmark by January 16) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - **Award:** $15,000 per fellowship - **Number of fellowships:** Three awarded annually - **Duration:** One year; non-residential --- ## Eligibility - Open to artists who are Indigenous to North America and its current outlying territories (including Canada, the United States, and Mexico) - Minimum age: 18 years by the application deadline - Applicants must specify their affiliated tribe or nation (no CIB or tribal enrollment card required) - Each fellowship has additional specific criteria: - **Ron and Susan Dubin Native Artist Fellowship:** Supports traditional Native artistry - **Rollin and Mary Ella King Native Artist Fellowship:** For artists from Native communities in the Southwestern US (Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah) working in the visual arts - **Eric and Barbara Dobkin Native Artist Fellowship for Women:** For Indigenous women artists working in any media --- ## Application Process - Applications must be postmarked by the anticipated deadline (see above) - Submission options: - **Online:** Via the [SAR Application Portal](https://apply.sarsf.org/Default.asp) - **By mail:** Download and complete the application form ([PDF link](https://apply.sarsf.org/docs/SARSF/ArtistFellowPDFApplication-revised.pdf)), then mail to: ``` Indian Arts Research Center School for Advanced Research Attn: Native Artist Fellowships P.O. Box 2188 Santa Fe, NM 87504-2188 ``` - Required materials: - Completed application form - Artist statement (500–1,000 words) - Responses to three application questions (typed, separate pages) - Resume or CV - Work samples (see application instructions) - Letters of recommendation may be required (review application instructions) - No emailed or faxed applications accepted --- ## Additional Information - Fellowships are non-residential; artists may retain their regular employment during the fellowship year - Deliverables include a 1,000-word report, at least 10 photographs documenting project development, and a public lecture (in person or remote) - Artists are responsible for their own equipment and materials (can be purchased using the stipend) - Past fellows are listed on the [program page](https://sarweb.org/iarc/native-american-artist-fellowships/) - Applicants not selected may reapply in subsequent years --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Native Artist Fellowships](https://sarweb.org/iarc/native-american-artist-fellowships/) - [Application Portal](https://apply.sarsf.org/Default.asp) - [Download Application Form (PDF)](https://apply.sarsf.org/docs/SARSF/ArtistFellowPDFApplication-revised.pdf) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://sarweb.org/iarc/native-american-artist-fellowships/faq) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Webpage | |---------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | General SAR Info | info@sarsf.org | 505-954-7200 | [Contact SAR](https://sarweb.org/about/contact-sar/) | | Artist Fellowship Program | iarc@sarsf.org | 505-954-7205 | [Program Page](https://sarweb.org/iarc/native-american-artist-fellowships/) |

Native Artist Fellows

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