Here in the northeast, the cold has descended. It\u2019s time to hunker down, button up and settle in for the long winter. Quiet seasons like this are a perfect time to do some research into opportunities that can further your career and your artistic practice. Here are a few to get you started.<\/p>\n
WNC Center for Craft<\/a> invites applications to their artist-in-residence program. Residency comes with a $10,000 honorarium, a $2,000 materials\/professional development stipend, studio space and more. For details and to apply, visit the website<\/a>. Deadline for applications is\u00a0December 25<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The Newberry<\/a> offers on month of support for someone working in the visual and performing arts. This $3,000 stipend is intended to offer the opportunity for advancement in artistic practice. For more information and to apply, visit the website<\/a>. Deadline for applications is\u00a0December 15<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Tusen Takk Foundation<\/a> invites application for residency. Acceptance comes with a $625\/week honorarium to cover residency-related costs, including travel, shipping, materials and day-to-day living expenses. Housing is provided as well as 24\/7 access to studio space and a vehicle for local transportation. To learn about the details, eligibility and more, visit the website<\/a>. Deadline for applications is\u00a0December 15<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Praxis Center<\/a> is here to support artists year-round. We know that each season comes with its own rhythm and even particularly challenges. We\u2019re here to help guide you as you make your way to realizing the dream of a career in art. Give Praxis a try today and see how far we can take you.<\/p>\n Brainard Carey is an author, artist and <\/span>educator. He is the director of Praxis Center for Aesthetics. He has written six books for artists: <\/span>Making it in the Art World<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>New Markets for Artists<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>The Art World Demystified<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Fund Your Dreams Like a Creative Genius<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Sell Online Like a Creative Genius<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>Succeed with Social Media Like a Creative Genius<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n