Organizer Information
Pyramid Atlantic Art Center (PAAC), located in Hyattsville, Maryland, is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of contemporary printmaking, papermaking, and book arts. Founded to support artists through residencies, workshops, and public programs, PAAC provides professional development, studio access, and exhibition opportunities for artists working across traditional and experimental techniques. The Denbo Fellowship honors Beverly Denbo (1942–2011), a respected art advocate who contributed significantly to the Washington, D.C. arts community.
Title & Description
Denbo Fellowship Spring/Summer 2026
The Denbo Fellowship offers artists from a range of disciplines the opportunity to engage in individual and collaborative creative practice in printmaking, papermaking, and book arts. The Spring 2026 fellowship runs from March 1–May 15, 2026, for one artist, while the Summer 2026 fellowship runs from June 1–August 15, 2026 for two artists. Selected fellows gain access to PAAC’s studios, receive mentorship, and are provided with a stipend to support travel, materials, and living costs. The residency allows artists to develop a new body of work, experiment with techniques, and participate in the vibrant PAAC community. Fellows are also asked to give an artist talk during their residency, sharing insights with peers and the public. The program is juried by a panel of professional artists, curators, and arts administrators.
Categories
Printmaking, Papermaking, Book Arts (and interdisciplinary projects incorporating these mediums)
Eligibility
- Open to artists of all nationalities.
- Artistic merit, potential, and a clear residency plan in PAAC disciplines are considered.
- Prior experience in printmaking, paper arts, or book arts is helpful but not required.
- Current PAAC board members, staff, and artistic associates are not eligible.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Access to printshop, type shop, paper studio, and bindery (24-hour access)
- Ten hours of one-on-one technical assistance
- Stipend for travel, materials, housing, and living costs ($250 for 2 weeks, $350 for 3 weeks, $500 for 1 month)
- Storage space and a flat file for tools and materials
- Use of standard shop supplies
Application Fee
No Entry fee
Application Requirements
- Completed application form
- Statement of interest and residency plan
- Portfolio of recent work
- CV/artist bio
- Selection will be based on artistic merit, clarity of plan, and potential for contribution to PAAC
How to Apply
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 3 December 2025
- Notification Date: 28 January 2026
- Spring Fellowship: March 1–May 15, 2026
- Summer Fellowship: June 1–August 15, 2026
Location
Hyattsville, Maryland, United States
Additional Details
- Residency length is flexible (minimum 3 weeks, maximum 1 month)
- Housing is not provided, but information on nearby housing is offered
- Fellows contribute to the PAAC community through collaboration and artist talks
- Encourages experimentation, technical development, and cross-disciplinary exploration
Website Link: https://pyramidatlanticartcenter.org/artist-opportunities/denbo-fellowships/
