The Tulsa Artist Fellowship, established in 2015 by the George Kaiser Family Foundation, aims to attract and retain professional artists in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The program started with twelve artists from various locations across the United States, including cities such as Brooklyn, San Francisco, and Baltimore, and saw growth to twenty-four fellows in its second year, and thirty-six in its third year.
Located in Tulsa's Arts District, the fellowship provides a vibrant environment filled with galleries, performance spaces, museums, and parks. This historic neighborhood is known for its active cultural scene, including the popular First Friday Art Crawl. The concentration of artistic resources and community engagement fosters an atmosphere ripe for collaboration and education, promoting social awareness and change through the arts.
Each year, the Tulsa Artist Fellowship welcomes a diverse cohort of contemporary artists at varying career stages, including those involved in art professions such as curators, publishers, and art groups. This intentional focus on diversity enriches the fellowship experience, allowing participants to engage meaningfully with both the local community and national conversations in the arts.
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