Gallery Fellow Naps, Nebulas, and Neurons
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Job Location:
Cincinnati, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Gallery Fellowship Description
Artist-in-Residence Daryl Myntia Daniels will guide Gallery Fellows in exploring how personal objects and cultural tools can become extensions of self-expression through mark-making.
Rooted in Daniels signature use of the Afro pick as both a drawing tool and cultural symbol Fellows will learn to translate small hand-drawn marks into layered prints and digital compositions. They will experiment with scanning printmaking and digital art techniques to uncover how texture rhythm and repetition can reveal hidden surfaces and unseen energy.
Gallery Fellows will reflect on what is personal to themobjects memories or gesturesand reimagine those elements as creative tools. By merging analog and digital processes the final exhibition will celebrate individuality craftsmanship and collective healing.
Key Learning Goals
- Artists will explore mark-making as a personal language using tools and
gestures that reflect their individual identity and energy. - Artists will gain technical skills in printmaking scanning and digital layering to
transform small hand-made marks into larger compositions. - Artists will experiment with unconventional materials and processes to uncover
hidden surfaces and textures. - Artists will reflect on the connection between mind material and emotion
discovering how rhythm and repetition convey frequency and feeling. - By the end of the program artists will create a cohesive body of work that
expresses their personal radiance and understanding of mark-making as a
pathway to healing and connection.
ArtWorks Your Name Here Gallery Fellowship Program is a transformative free educational experience designed for young artists ages 16-24 to expand their creative horizons through hands-on mentorship with accomplished Artists-in-Residence. Through personalized guidance professional development and collaborative opportunities the program fosters artistic growth in an inclusive and supportive environment. Participants gain valuable gallery experience experiment with new techniques and showcase their work in a group exhibition with the opportunity to sell their pieces retaining 75% of any sales. This unique fellowship empowers emerging artists to connect with the community and step confidently into the professional art world.
Gallery Fellowship Requirements
- Gallery Fellows must be 16 - 24 years old.
- Gallery Fellows must commit to attending all scheduled studio sessions and professional development sessions.
- Gallery Fellows must participate in the installation and curation of the group exhibition.
- Gallery Fellows must participate in the Gallery Opening.
- Gallery Fellows must participate in the deinstallation and closing of the group exhibition.
Gallery Fellowship Schedule
Mandatory Studio Sessions: May 11 July 3 2026 (Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays: 5-7pm)
Mandatory Installation & PD Sessions: July 20 July 30 2026
Exhibition Duration: July 31 September 9 2026 6 weeks
Mandatory Opening: Friday July-7pm
Mandatory De-Install: Thursday September-7pm
Application Requirements
The application deadline is April 13 by 9am.
- You must include 3-5 portfolio samples that show your distinct style and range as an artist.
- Combine all images into one PDF document no larger than 4MB.
- Ensure pieces are oriented correctly.
- Each piece should include title year artist name measurements and brief description.
- Upload using the additional materials button.
- If you have issues with uploading through the additional materials button please email the PDF of your portfolio samples to Grace Thanasiu at . Your portfolio is the most important element of your application!
- Artist websites are also welcome and may be used in lieu of a PDF portfolio if they include at least 3-5 pieces and indicate title year artist name measurements and brief description.
Key Skills
- Teacher Coaching
- Public Health
- Google Docs
- Classroom Experience
- Systems Engineering
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Grant Writing
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Public Speaking
- Writing Skills
About Company
ArtWorks is an award-winning Greater Cincinnati nonprofit that transforms people and places through investments in creativity. The organization collaborates with community organizations and residents, businesses, governments, foundations and nonprofits to build creative works of art t ... View more
