The world is moved by art and visual artists. Culture is changed by compelling narratives of different mediums and many different canvases.
The Ubuntu Art Collaborative International Fellowship supports artists and visuals who happen to be of the African Diaspora and is working in narrative art forms. In 2023, we will select 10 from the continent of Africa and 10 from the American continent for a total of 20 fellows to participate in workshops and conversations around: defining and broadening their audiences, demystifying career paths and opportunities, and methods for building support for a creative practice both within their individual communities as well as in the larger national arts community.
Who should apply
The Ubuntu Art Collaborative International Fellowship is open to African and African-American artists working in a lead creative role in narrative-oriented art forms (painting, drawing, visual storytelling, illustration, virtual and digital art, etc.) with some experience in their chosen medium.
Examples of experience level:
(These ranges are only to be used as a reference and are not a requirement for application.)
- Artists who have completed 2-3 personal shows Illustrators/Cartoonists who have published 2-3 pieces
- Digital storytellers with a consistent audience and content output
What you’ll gain from being a fellow
- A travel voucher to each other’s country that includes accommodations
- Regular check-ins with Ubuntu Art Collaborative International staff
2 professional development workshops and facilitated conversations
- Introductions to experienced artists and graphic artists in their field
- An opportunity to apply for additional project-based funding
- Conversations and workshops may include:
- Telling your own story
- Building a digital audience through an artist's website and social media
- How to find and apply for arts grants and other funding
- Culture change in the worlds of international media, journalism, and digital storytelling
- The role of an artist in intersectional and ethical storytelling
- Best practices for engaging community organizations in your creative practice
Applications for the 2023 Ubuntu Art Collaborative International Fellowship are now closed.
For specific questions regarding the fellowship, please email fellowship@ubuntuartcollabint.com
2023 Fellowship Expectations
4 Original Works of Art for the use of our charitable organizations and the promotion of art exhibits arranged and sponsored by Ubuntu Arts Collaborative International, Inc.
Duration of Art Tours in Each Country
Workshops to be included
Orientation of Social Media and Full Participation
Zoom Meetings
Regular check-ins
Professional development workshops
