Picture Collection Artist Fellowship
The Picture Collection Artist Fellowship by the New York Public Library supports artists and scholars researching and creating projects inspired by the Library’s vast Picture Collection.
Funder: New York Public Library
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application closing date, projected)
Funding Amounts: $2,000–$5,000 stipend; fellowship period determined in consultation with NYPL staff
Summary: Supports artists and scholars developing new creative or scholarly projects inspired by the NYPL Picture Collection, providing access, guidance, and community engagement.
Description
The Picture Collection Artist Fellowship, administered by the New York Public Library’s Wallach Division of Art, Prints, and Photographs, is designed to support artists and scholars as they research, develop, or execute new creative or scholarly projects inspired by the Library’s Picture Collection. Since 1915, the Picture Collection has served as a vital resource for creatives across disciplines, offering over 1.5 million images for visual inspiration and research. The fellowship provides recipients with dedicated access to the Collection, guidance from expert staff, and opportunities for collaborative engagement with peers and specialists, with the aim of highlighting the unique attributes and significance of the Collection within the broader artistic and scholarly community.
