Chrysalis Award 2026 Open Call

About the Open Call

The Chrysalis Award is for emerging artists in the United States who are in the early stages of their professional artistic careers and have completed their training within the past five years. This includes academic programs like a BFA or MFA as well as self-directed study. The recipient receives a $5,000 unrestricted award, a one-year JRACraft membership, and the opportunity to present their work at a JRACraft event. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in their work and a strong commitment to developing their practice.

What is Offered

$5,000 unrestricted award, one-year JRACraft membership, and the opportunity to present work at a JRACraft event.

Requirements

Applicants must be emerging craft artists based in the United States who have completed their training within the past five years. Artists who have been curated into major institutional exhibitions (such as the Renwick Gallery) are not eligible.

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted via the online portal at https://www.jracraft.org/chrysalis-application.html