Organizer Information
Artlab Editorial is an initiative by Hyundai Artlab, established in 2022, to support critical contemporary art writing and foster global dialogue. The platform emphasizes critical empathy, nuanced perspectives, and collaboration, aiming to strengthen the global art ecosystem by supporting emerging and established writers.
Title & Description
2026 Artlab Editorial Fellowship
Open to art writers at any career stage worldwide. Fellows will produce three web-based articles on contemporary art, emphasizing critical empathy, balancing care and critique, and engaging readers in dialogue that deepens understanding of contemporary art practices.
Categories
Writing, Art Critic, Visual Arts, Curatorial, Media Arts, Education
Eligibility
- Open to writers at any career stage
- Open internationally (any country)
- Must have proficiency in English for article submission
Program Benefits & Awards
- $10,000 USD per Fellow for the year
- Mentorship with Fellowship Advisors Mira Dayal and Gary Zhexi Zhang
- Guidance from Artlab Editorial’s Editor Shannon Lee
- Publication of three 800-word articles (one every two months) on Artlab Editorial
- Opportunity to contribute to global contemporary art discourse and network with peers and advisors
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Written application via online form
- Contact details and bio
- Writing samples
- Optional: portfolio or additional documentation
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 9 March 2026
- Fellowship Duration: May–December 2026
- Articles Schedule: One 800-word article every other month
Location
South Korea / Online
Additional Details
- Fellows will have one-on-one mentorship sessions with Advisors
- Fellows are expected to collaborate with Artlab Editorial’s Editor for monthly check-ins
- The program fosters global connections between writers, readers, and artists