The Foundwork Artist Prize is our annual juried award to recognize outstanding emerging and mid-career artists working in any media. Honorees receive unrestricted $10,000 grants and studio visits with our jurors who include acclaimed curators, gallerists, and artists.
In addition to the honoree, three artists per year are also named to our Short List, each receiving a $1,000 micro-grant in support of their practice.
The Prize is open to artists worldwide with limited exceptions and our selection process takes place each fall.
There is no separate application fee to participate in the 2026 Foundwork Artist Prize. However, to be eligible, you will need to maintain an active Foundwork membership throughout the 2026 selection period, which goes from 5:00 pm PT September 25, 2026–5:00 pm PT December 31, 2026.
fee: Please note that artist memberships have a $6 monthly subscription which starts with a 30-day free trial for new members. Membership subscriptions will continue to be charged normally throughout the 2026 selection period. After the selection period, each artist can choose whether to continue or cancel their membership.
deadline: September 25, 2026
more info: https://foundwork.art/artist-prize/
