AICA-USA Art Critics Fellowship Programme
About this opportunity
The AICA-USA Art Critics Fellowship Programme supports emerging art critics through mentorship, workshops, and professional development. Launched in 2025, the programme brings fellows together for pitching workshops and lectures led by five established editors and writers, one-on-one mentoring sessions, and manuscript revision over a 12-week period, with pieces published on the AICA-USA website.
Application tips
Show a genuine passion for writing about contemporary art and a willingness to engage with the critical community. Previous published writing is helpful but not required.
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