About the Open Call

Artist Commons is a year-long online program for early- and mid-career visual artists seeking to advance their practice. The program consists of four ten-week quarters running from January to December 2026. Participants are placed in cohorts of 8-10 peers and paired with a mentor for weekly feedback sessions, one-on-one crits, and portfolio reviews. The curriculum includes weekly lectures on craft, the business of art, and art history, alongside presentations from guest speakers and visiting artists. The program requires a commitment of 5-6 hours per week.

What is Offered

Mentorship, cohort-based feedback, one-on-one crits, weekly lectures, portfolio reviews, community network, and guest artist presentations. Full and partial scholarships are available.

Requirements

Open to early- and mid-career visual artists from all disciplines. Must be able to commit to 5-6 hours per week and pay tuition (founding member price of $1,850 for the year).

How to Apply

Applications open in early November. Interested artists can sign up for the email newsletter on the website to be notified when the application portal opens.