Opportunities, funding, and resources
for the Baltimore artist community
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE THIS FRIDAY!
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
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The deadline to enter the Maryland Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards — the nation’s longest-running and most prestigious recognition program for creative teens in grades 7–12 — is this Friday, December 10, 2021. If you're ready to submit your work for this year's competition, simply click the button below to upload your entry. Good luck!
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A Word From the Presenting Sponsor |
Arcadia is thrilled to be supporting the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards to recognize some of Baltimore's exceptional students. We're big believers in the power of community, from celebrating students to helping clean up Charm City's power supply. That's why we make it easy for you to join a Maryland solar farm — the farm puts clean energy into the power grid and you get credits back on your power bill. No hassle, no long-term commitments, no extra cost. Join now and get $100 toward your power bill. Plus, we'll donate $100 to the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts for every new member!
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COUNTDOWN TO SCHOLASTIC
One Final Workshop to Help You Upload Your Entry
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Allison Abruscato, "Lost in Film" |
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On Thursday, December 9, from 5:30–6:30 p.m., teaching artists will be available at Cahill Rec Center, Chick Webb Rec Center, and Cecil-Kirk Rec Center to prep, guide, and assist teens with their applications for the Maryland Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards — presented by Arcadia. Come get help with the final push for this year's competition. This workshop is free, but registration is required. Sign up below. |
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PARTICIPATE AS A JUROR
Adjudicate the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
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BOPA is in the process of gathering judges for this coming judging cycle of the Maryland Regional Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. We are looking for talented professionals in the field of literary and visual arts to participate as Regional Jurors. All jurors will receive a $100 stipend at the end of adjudication in appreciation of their participation. Potential jurors must be available January 8–9th, 2022 from 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. for visual art adjudication, and the week of January 8–16, 2022 for the writing adjudication. (This is done at your own pace but must be completed midnight on January 16.) If you want to be a juror, click the button and fill out the interest form. |
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NOW ACCEPTING ENTRIES
For the 2022 Baltimore Screenwriters Competition
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The Baltimore Film Office is now accepting entries for the 17th annual Baltimore Screenwriters Competition, a project of the Baltimore Film Office in conjunction with film programs at Johns Hopkins University and Morgan State University. The top entries in each category will win cash prizes and are scheduled to be announced during the 2022 Maryland Film Festival in April 2022. Get the application and full guidelines at the button below. The deadline for submissions is Friday, January 14, 2022, by 5:00 p.m.
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NEW GRANT ALERT
Artist Recovery Grant Applications Open Next Month
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As a recipient of federal funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), Baltimore City approved a grant of $500,000 to fund the Baltimore City Artist Recovery Grant, or ARG. The ARG will provide direct economic relief by providing grants to individual professional artists whose lives and livelihoods were demonstrably impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications will open in January. For more information about the ARG, click below. |
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NEW PLAY FESTIVAL SEEKS ENTRIES
Highlighting the Work of AAPI Writers & Artists
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The Asian Pasifika Arts Collective is teaming up with Strand Theater in Baltimore to produce a series of new and original short plays written by and for AAPI women. Through this festival, they hope to bring awareness to the stories and experiences of Asian American and Pacific Indigenous women throughout the United States, as well as highlight the works of AAPI writers and artists. The deadline is Friday, December 31, 2021. Click on the button below for more information and to submit. |
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OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS
From the Baltimore Jewelry Center
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The Baltimore Jewelry Center is looking for artists to submit for an upcoming exhibition titled, "A Word After a Word." The exhibition will be on view February 11–March 26, 2022, with an opening reception Friday, February 11, 2022 from 5:00–8:00 p.m. The deadline to apply is midnight on Saturday, January 5, 2022. Click below for more information. |
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GRANT FOR PUBLISHERS
Unrestricted Funding for Literary Arts Organizations
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The Academy of American Poets, Community of Literary Magazines and Presses (CLMP), and National Book Foundation are welcoming applications for a second round of funding through the Literary Arts Emergency Fund. A total of $4.3 million is available for nonprofit literary arts organizations and publishers experiencing continued financial losses due to COVID-19. The Literary Arts Emergency Fund will award one-time, unrestricted emergency grants from $5,000 to $50,000. The deadline is Wednesday, January 5. For complete guidelines and application instructions, click the button below. |
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FROM OUR FRIENDS AT MSAC
Folklife Apprenticeship Applications Now Open
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Folklife Apprenticeships support living cultural traditions. During the grant period, the master artist passes down their knowledge to the learner. Eligible applicants for this program are traditional artists who have resided in Maryland for at least six months. Master artists should be able to demonstrate vital contributions to a particular living cultural tradition in Maryland, while learner artists should be able to demonstrate some prior experience, a basic level of skill, and a commitment to long-term learning in a particular traditional art. The application deadline is Saturday, January 15, 2021. For grant details and an application, click below. |
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SUBMIT YOUR ARTWORK
Upcoming Juried Show at The Artists Gallery
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The Artists Gallery (TAG) in Frederick is soliciting entries for "BEING SEEN," a juried exhibition set for March 2022. Regional artists 18+ are encouraged to apply. Eligible works include original paintings, drawings, prints, mixed media, photographs, and sculpture created within the last three years. No giclees or similar reproductions, digital prints, or videos will be accepted. Over $1,000 in total prizes will be awarded. The entry deadline is Saturday, January 15, 2021. For submission details, click the button below. |
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OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIGENOUS ARTISTS
Apply for Three Artist-in-Residence Fellowships
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The Indian Arts Research Center (IARC) offers three artist-in-residence fellowships annually to advance the work of established and emerging Native American artists. Each fellowship includes a monthly stipend, housing, studio space, a supplies allowance, full access to the IARC collections, and travel reimbursement to and from SAR. These fellowships provide time for artists to explore new avenues of creativity, grapple with new ideas to further advance their work, and strengthen existing talents. The deadline to apply is Saturday, January 15, 2021. Each fellowship has specific applicant criteria as indicated below. For details on each, click the button below. |
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WORK WITH WIDE ANGLE YOUTH MEDIA |
Wide Angle is currently seeking an exceptional candidate for the role of Education Manager to oversee their educational programs department. This is a full-time position with benefits. The last day to apply is Friday, December 17, 2021, with a potential start date of February 1, 2022.
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FULL-TIME & PART-TIME OPENINGS AT CSC |
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is looking for a part-time box office assistant along with a full-time Education Manager to join their team. See the qualifications, responsibilities, and compensation for both positions at the link below.
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BOPA is still searching for a Social Media Manager and a Director of Events & Public Engagement. If you are passionate about nurturing the arts and artists in Baltimore, we want to hear from you! See both open positions and how to apply at the link below.
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CALVERT CO. ARTS COUNCIL SEEKS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR |
The Arts Council of Calvert County is seeking applicants for the position of Executive Director. This position is currently part-time, but full-time employment is possible and would be considered. View the full posting and learn how to apply at the link below.
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HELP BOPA HELP YOU
Get More of the Content You Want
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CONNECT WITH BOPA ARTISTS
Building Bridges Across Baltimore
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Are you looking for local talent? Do you have a job to fill or a request for proposals? Want to nominate a local artist for the Artist Spotlight?
Send us an email and let us know!
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Director of the Arts Council
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Community Art and Special Projects Manager
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Prizes and Competitions Manager
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Public Art and Curation Manager
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Arts Council Program Coordinator
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BOPA is proud to serve as your arts council, event center, and film office. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are committed to ensuring Baltimore remains a vibrant, thriving arts community. We cannot do it without the support of our community – philanthropic funders, program partners, artists, volunteers, and you!
Please support BOPA to keep the arts thriving in Baltimore. Click the donate button below and follow the instructions. Thank you!
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