Mass Cultural Council believes that artists and culture bearers are essential to our vibrant communities. If you're interested in connecting with creatives in your very own neighborhood, consider attending a nearby open studios event. Check out these open studios in Massachusetts* this March, April, May, and June. Unless listed as virtual, all events are in-person. If you … [Read more...]
Recent Posts
Recent posts about the creative process, support for individual artists, and new art in Massachusetts.
Artist Opportunities Tunes In
Call to Artists Artists wanted for Newton Artful Pianos 2023. They've collected donated pianos from Newton neighbors and are looking for individual artists or artist teams to transform them. These gorgeous and playable works of art will be delivered to community gathering spots across the city early this summer, ready for all to admire and play. Learn more and apply. Call … [Read more...]
Funding for Massachusetts Artists and Culture Bearers
Nayana LaFond, ANONYMOUS, WOMAN OF THE WHITE BUFFALO, from the PORTRAITS IN RED series, acrylic on canvas, 24x36 in. Nayana LaFond is a 2023 grantee of the Cultural Sector Recovery program. You're a Massachusetts artist or culture bearer, and you're looking for grants. Here are some ideas. Direct Funding from Mass Cultural Council When Massachusetts individual … [Read more...]
Painted Artist Opportunities
Call to Artists The Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture Boston is looking to commission artists to redesign City-owned neighborhood signs. The City will be offering a stipend of $1,000 in addition to credit to the artists for designs that are chosen. You must either live or work in the City of Boston and be at least 18 years old. Selected artists will be commissioned for no more … [Read more...]
You Get an Artist Opportunity
Of Note: Sip & Chat presents Arts and Culture Organizations in Conversation: Unraveling Art and Artivism. Join us (March 2, 2023, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EST) in a conversation with artists who have embraced political and social causes using their work to communicate, educate, enlighten, and provoke reactions from policymakers and the general population. They hope to generate … [Read more...]