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A Special Message from Lisa Kron, Fellow in Playwriting/Screenwriting ‘94

Dear Friends, In 1994, I was fortunate to receive a grant from NYFA. It was the first grant I had ever received, and it came at a pivotal moment for me. Having spent years as a member of the collective Five Lesbian Brothers, I was exploring my work as a solo writer and performer and,…

Event | First Thursday Gallery Walk

Join us this Thursday, December 7 for DUMBO’s monthly First Thursday Gallery Walk. The first Thursday of every month, galleries in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn stay open late, hosting special events and receptions. This Thursday, December 7, NYFA Gallery will be open from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and will present an evening of…

Apply Now | NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship in Fiction

“I had two small kids at the time. The NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship was a validation. I used the money for a babysitter and left to sit and work in the Brooklyn Public Library and write my third book.” – Kathryn Harrison, Fellow in Fiction ‘94 The NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship is a $7,000 unrestricted cash award…

Business of Art | Making the Match with Supporters

NYFA’s Madeleine Cutrona shares tips on gaining support for your artist project or organization. Fundraising is certainly key for gaining support for your arts project or organization, but oftentimes it is just one piece of the puzzle. Brainstorming, researching, and understanding individuals, organizations, and institutions whose mission and goals may align with your work can…

Artist News | December

End your year on a high note by viewing and enjoying works by NYFA Affiliated Artists.  Whether you’re looking for something to do on your holiday break or just need some food for the soul amid one of the busiest times of the year, here’s a round-up of exhibitions, performances, screenings, and more by NYSCA/NYFA…