Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists

About the Open Call

The Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists sheds light on the under-recognized contributions of Black trans women visual artists and provides critical support to their continuing work. The grant provides a $10,000 award to one winner and $1,250 to four finalists. Winning artists and finalists will receive additional professional development resources and further guidance to bolster their creative development in the field.

What is Offered

One $10,000 grant and four $1,250 finalist awards, plus professional development resources.

Requirements

Qualified artists must be self-identified Black trans women and trans femmes working in visual art and based in the United States.

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted via the SlideRoom portal: https://queerartmentorship.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/88730