For many, we are headed into one of the most stressful, busy, often fraught times of year. The holidays, while a time of joy for some, can be a source of strife for others. In fact, both can be true at once. During this time, it is important to take time for the self-care you need. It is also crucial that you set aside at least some time to be sure you\u2019ve planned for the next phase of your art career. What happens after the holiday season when the fresh year has begun? Do you have resources lined up? While this is not a good time to add more stress, it can\u2019t hurt to shop around. Here are a few opportunities to get you motivated.<\/p>\n
Good Hart Artist Residency<\/a> is accepting applications. In their own words:<\/p>\n \u201cOur mission is to nurture artists, writers, and composers from various backgrounds and artistic disciplines and to connect them with the local community in enriching experiences that empower people through the arts in the natural beauty of Northern Michigan.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n For more information and to apply, visit the website<\/a>. Deadline for applications is\u00a0January 8<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency<\/a> invites applications. A self-described \u201cartist-centric nonprofit residency,\u201d selected artists have the gift of time and space within a beautiful natural setting. For more information and to apply, visit the website<\/a>. Deadline for applications is\u00a0January 10<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Artists whose work would benefit from significant primary research related to the early modern world are invited to apply for a Folger Institute Artistic Research Fellowship<\/a>. Applicants can apply for one, two or three months of support with a $4,000 per month stipend. For more information, including a timeline for the research period, visit the website<\/a>. Deadline for applications is\u00a0January 15<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Praxis Center is real people working with real people. We understand what it means to build a life in the arts, to forge a career from something you create with your own hands. And we know how intimidating that can be. That\u2019s why we gather resources from around the art world to help you meet your goals and rise to the occasion of being a professional artist. Give Praxis a try today and see how far it 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