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Department:
College of Arts & Sciences
Time Type:
Part time
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Job Description:
We are pleased to announce a semester-long residential teaching fellowship in Washington, DC, open to practicing visual artists from all regions.
American University (AU) and Hamiltonian Artists invite applications for the newly established Visiting Artist Teaching Fellowship for the Spring 2027 semester (from January to May 2027). This fellowship is for practicing visual artists who are committed to artist mentorship and studio-driven pedagogy. It offers fully funded housing, studio space, and a paid graduate-level teaching appointment of ARTS 675 (Graduate Studio) in the MFA Studio Art Program at American University.
The MFA course will provide students with personalized studio guidance, critiques, and discussions with practicing artists allowing for extensive engagement with professionals in the field who can act as mentors. The Fellow will also participate in end-of-semester graduate critique reviews.
The fellowship provides opportunities to engage with Hamiltonian’s community of Fellows, including invitations to participate in core fellowship programming. Additionally, the fellow will have the opportunity to host a public event at Hamiltonian, such as an open studio.
The Fellowship offers comprehensive support: $5,900 teaching salary for a graduate course, $2,000 residency honorarium, $1,000 stipend for a public lecture and travel expenses. Fully funded housing and studio provided by Hamiltonian Artists in Washington, DC.
Applicants should have an MFA or an anticipated MFA completion by January 15, 2027.
The priority deadline for applications is September 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Free to Apply.
Submission Materials & Guidelines
Please upload your Curriculum Vitae and Statement of Interest in the Resume/CV attachment section of the online application (PDF format required).
● Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Complete CV highlighting exhibition history, teaching experience, awards, residencies, and relevant professional activities.
● Statement of Interest
Detail your interest in the fellowship, your approach to artist mentorship and studio-driven pedagogy, and how a semester in Washington, DC, aligns with your creative practice. Highlight experience with mentorship regarding studio guidance and critique.
Please submit portfolio materials via Visiting Artist Teaching Fellowship Portfolio Submission Link
● Artist Portfolio (20 Images)
Include 20 high-resolution images of work with corresponding image details: title, year, medium, dimensions, and brief contextual notes where appropriate.
Benefits
AU offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options .
Other Details
Department:
College of Arts & Sciences
Time Type:
Part time
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Job Description:
We are pleased to announce a semester-long residential teaching fellowship in Washington, DC, open to practicing visual artists from all regions.
American University (AU) and Hamiltonian Artists invite applications for the newly established Visiting Artist Teaching Fellowship for the Spring 2027 semester (from January to May 2027). This fellowship is for practicing visual artists who are committed to artist mentorship and studio-driven pedagogy. It offers fully funded housing, studio space, and a paid graduate-level teaching appointment of ARTS 675 (Graduate Studio) in the MFA Studio Art Program at American University.
The MFA course will provide students with personalized studio guidance, critiques, and discussions with practicing artists allowing for extensive engagement with professionals in the field who can act as mentors. The Fellow will also participate in end-of-semester graduate critique reviews.
The fellowship provides opportunities to engage with Hamiltonian’s community of Fellows, including invitations to participate in core fellowship programming. Additionally, the fellow will have the opportunity to host a public event at Hamiltonian, such as an open studio.
The Fellowship offers comprehensive support: $5,900 teaching salary for a graduate course, $2,000 residency honorarium, $1,000 stipend for a public lecture and travel expenses. Fully funded housing and studio provided by Hamiltonian Artists in Washington, DC.
Applicants should have an MFA or an anticipated MFA completion by January 15, 2027.
The priority deadline for applications is September 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Free to Apply.
Submission Materials & Guidelines
Please upload your Curriculum Vitae and Statement of Interest in the Resume/CV attachment section of the online application (PDF format required).
● Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Complete CV highlighting exhibition history, teaching experience, awards, residencies, and relevant professional activities.
● Statement of Interest
Detail your interest in the fellowship, your approach to artist mentorship and studio-driven pedagogy, and how a semester in Washington, DC, aligns with your creative practice. Highlight experience with mentorship regarding studio guidance and critique.
Please submit portfolio materials via Visiting Artist Teaching Fellowship Portfolio Submission Link
● Artist Portfolio (20 Images)
Include 20 high-resolution images of work with corresponding image details: title, year, medium, dimensions, and brief contextual notes where appropriate.
Benefits
AU offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options .
Other Details
- Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful
completion of a background check.