Black Trans Femmes in the Arts to Accept Applications
Artists in film and photography have until October 31, 2026, to apply for the group's six-month residency program.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in LGBTQ+
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Black Trans Femmes in the Arts is accepting applications for its artist residency program through October 31, 2026. This initiative supports emerging creators in film and photography with dedicated workspace and professional resources.
Why it matters
The program works to combat the historical exclusion of Black trans femme art by providing structured support and resources. It aims to secure a lasting creative legacy for future generations of artists.
Selected residents receive access to a 1,000 square foot studio space for the duration of the six-month program. The residency is specifically designed for artists with two years or less of experience in film or photography.
The players
Black Trans Femmes in the Arts
This organization is dedicated to supporting and documenting the creative work of Black trans femme artists.
Jordyn Jay
Jordyn Jay is the founder of Black Trans Femmes in the Arts.
The details
Participants in the residency program gain access to career development counseling, grant writing support, and an equipment stipend. The program operates with enough flexibility to accommodate the needs of individual artists over the six-month period.
Timeline
The residency program was first launched by the organization in 2020.
Applications for the current residency cycle close on October 31, 2026.
Culture Shift
The residency program follows a pattern set by archival efforts within the Black LGBTQ+ Art Movement to preserve creative output. It reflects a broader shift toward institutional support structures that specifically address the history of artistic erasure.
Eligible film and photography artists can utilize this residency to secure necessary studio space and professional grant writing support. The program provides a structured six-month path for emerging creators to build their portfolios without upfront facility costs.
The takeaway
This residency offers a vital career development bridge for artists working to overcome historical barriers in the film and photography industries. Interested applicants should prepare their portfolios and grant writing materials well before the late October deadline.
What happens next
The deadline for all residency applications is October 31, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about the evolving landscape of creative advocacy and support on the LGBTQand section of our site.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Gay City News.
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