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Now accepting applications for our Winter 2026 Studio Program Open Call
APPLY NOW: Application Link
We are excited to invite artists to apply for a fully funded studio space at 99 Canal to help support the development of a personal project or preparation for an upcoming exhibition in New York City. Our Studio Program supports all practices situated within a contemporary art context, welcoming not only painters and sculptors, but also writers, performance artists, filmmakers, and beyond.
The Studio Program launched in 2022 as a response to the lack of affordable spaces in Manhattan and provides access to an intimate and context-specific environment to work in.
Studio Application Guidelines:
Artist is working towards a project in New York City.
Responding to our community by proposing public program initiatives.
Projects that engage with our urban environment and neighborhood history.
Dates:
Application Deadline: Tuesday, December 30th, 2025, 11:59 PM EST
Application Notification: Sunday, January 4th, 2026
2-month Studio Program duration: January 12th, 2026 - March 12th, 2026
Application fee: $15 — proceeds go directly towards administrative support for the program.
Studio 2 features:
800 Square Feet private studio space
East-facing windows with natural light
A desk and chair
Air conditioning \ Heating System
Electrical outlets
Access to shared kitchen and bathroom
Fully wheelchair accessible
Weekly studio lunches with our studio cohort and expanded community
Additional Information
Our Studio Program does NOT include accommodation, artist stipend, other than a 800 sq ft private workspace.
99 Canal Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10002
For any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out: 99canalstreet@gmail.com
Application details:
General Information:
First and Last Name | Email | Website | Social Media | Phone number
Artist Bio (max. 250 words)
CV (PDF)
Portfolio (PDF)
Application Requirements:
Artist Statement (max. 500 words): The Artist Statement provides an opportunity for you to share in 500 words or less a brief summary about why you are interested in participating in the 99 Canal Studio Program.
99 Canal Public Programming Proposal (PDF): 99 Canal’s Studio Program encourages artists to take part in our Public Program. Use the below space to briefly describe any ideas you might want to propose to the 99 Canal team. Public programming includes conversations, one-night exhibitions, screenings, or any creative ideas that center on gathering community and showing in-progress work.
Description on the project you'll be working towards at 99 Canal (max. 250 words): Please share the general concept of your project, including who you plan to work with, where it will take place, your proposed timeline, and any other relevant details. These do not need to be finalized, proposals at an early stage are welcomed.
Media Upload:
Upload up to 8 files (images, videos, writing) that show work done within the past 3 years. Accepted formats: JPG, PNG, PDF, MP4, MOV
Artworks Upload (max. 1 GB each): Portfolio file format: "First Initial Last Name_Portfolio", Artwork file format: “First Initial Last Name_Artwork Title_Medium_Year”
Payment:
Payment link
Please upload a screenshot of your payment confirmation page.
About 99 Canal
99 Canal is an artist-run Studio and Public Program.
As a 501(c)3 Non-Profit, our mission is to facilitate artists' access to affordable professional studios and expose the public to live, experimental practices in Lower Manhattan, New York City.
We are providing space for artists to be in dialogue with artists, understanding the urgency of sharing open-ended work and ideas with a dedicated public. By supporting experimental practices such as moving images and performance art, we’re building a responsive platform for cultural engagement and community-rooted patronage.