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General questions
What is MyMA?
MyMA is a community driven art organization. We are building a free social and professional platform for artists, institutions and enthusiasts to connect, discover and share art, and host and promote their opportunities and programming.
We also host ongoing programs to support and amplify artists on the platform. Our programming includes our monthly artist grant series, MyMA Exhibitions (upcoming), and editorial content such as artist interviews and studio visit videos.
We also host ongoing programs to support and amplify artists on the platform. Our programming includes our monthly artist grant series, MyMA Exhibitions (upcoming), and editorial content such as artist interviews and studio visit videos.
Who can join the platform?
Visual artists working in any media are encouraged to join the platform. Unfortunately, we do not accept video submissions at this point. Our team is working hard to soon allow artists to upload their video works.
What public information do I share on my artist profile?
To be eligible to apply for opportunities hosted on MyMA you must create an artist profile and provide the following information:
- Your CV/resume
- A short artist bio (50-250 words)
- A minimum of 5 artworks
Is MyMA free?
Yes. Creating artist profiles and applying to opportunities is completely free of charge.
Who is running MyMA?
- Reza Farshid (director)
- Anna Berghuis (artistic programming)
- Sam Debuse (growth)
- Frans Ramirez (technical lead)
- Geoff Cassidy (Advisor)
- Nadia Farshid (Technical advisor)
How does MyMA make money?
MyMA is not currently monetized. While joining the community and applying to opportunities will always remain free, we may introduce additional paid features for artists and institutions to help us sustain and grow MyMA.
Artist profiles
Why should I create an artist profile?
We encourage visual artists to create their MyMA profile to apply for artist opportunities hosted on the platform for free and be considered for our editorial and social media features. While we currently only host our own artist opportunities, we soon allow other institutions to host and manage their opportunities on MyMA as well.
How do I create a profile?
You can create your profile by simply clicking on the sign up button on the top right corner of the screen and follow the instructions.
Who can view my artist profile?
Artist profiles are currently accessible to our editorial staff, jury panels of the programs we host on the platform, and our website visitors (In the case you are selected for one of our programs or editorial features). We are working to soon allow everyone to use MyMA to discover art and connect with artists and the broader contemporary art community.
How do I change my password?
On phone/tablet
On laptop/desktop
- Go to the menu on the top right corner of the screen
- Tap on Profile > Manage account > Change password
On laptop/desktop
- Click on your profile picture on the top right corner of the screen
- Click Manage account > change password
What if I forgot my password?
If you forgot your password, please use the Forgot password button on the sign in page to reset your password. You will then receive an email with a link that allows you to set a new password.
How do I delete my profile?
You can delete your profile by going to Manage account tab in the profile menu.
What steps do I need to take to complete my profile?
In order to have a complete profile and be eligible to apply to opportunities please provide:
- A profile picture
- A short artist bio/statement (minimum of 50 words)
- Your up to date CV/resume
- A minimum of 5 artworks
How do I add artworks?
To add artworks, please go to your profile page and tap/click on the Add artwork button
Can I add videos?
Unfortunately, we currently do not accept video submissions. However, we understand the importance of incorporating video content and are actively working towards allowing video submissions in the near future. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this process, and we look forward to receiving your video submission when this option becomes available.
How do I delete or replace the image of an artwork?
To delete or replace the image of an artwork, please use the ââŚâ icon on the bottom right of the artwork to view delete and replace options.
How do I edit my artist statement?
To edit your artist statement, navigate to your profile page and tap/click on âedit profileâ button.
How do I replace my CV?
To replace your CV:
- Navigate to your profile and click/tap on âEdit profileâ button.
- Scroll down to CV section and press âreplace CVâ
Programming and opportunities
What is MyMA Artist grant?
MyMA Artist Grant is a monthly juried grant that provides an unrestricted $500 award to one artist each month. In addition to the award, we publish a written or video profile of the grant winner on our website and social channels.
In addition to the winner, our jury panel recognizes 5 artists as honorable mentions each month. The profiles of the honorable mentions will be published on our website and social channels.
No application fee is required to apply to the grant series, so we encourage artists working in any media to apply every month as our independent jury panel changes every month.
In addition to the winner, our jury panel recognizes 5 artists as honorable mentions each month. The profiles of the honorable mentions will be published on our website and social channels.
No application fee is required to apply to the grant series, so we encourage artists working in any media to apply every month as our independent jury panel changes every month.
How do I get considered for MyMA editorial and social media features?
All artists with complete profiles are considered for our editorial and social media features. Our editorial staff is also informed by our jurorsâ applicant shortlist from our grant series.
What is the selection process?
Our team will thoroughly consider every application and crate a shortlist of 150 applicants. The shortlist is then provided to our independent jurors who then select the grant recipient and honorable mentions.
We select grant recipients and honorable mentions solely based on artistic merit, characterized by a critical involvement with and unique contributions to the artistâs preferred medium. Our jurors will consider artwork of any medium as well as any accompanying artist statements or additional information available on your artist profile.
We select grant recipients and honorable mentions solely based on artistic merit, characterized by a critical involvement with and unique contributions to the artistâs preferred medium. Our jurors will consider artwork of any medium as well as any accompanying artist statements or additional information available on your artist profile.
Is there an application fee?
To ensure accessibility and inclusivity, all MyMA opportunities are free.
What artists are eligible?
(1) Artists must be at least 18 years of age;
(2) Artists must not be a MyMA employee, contractor, or their relative;
(3) have a complete MyMA artist profile with a minimum of 5 artworks, an up to date CV, and an artist statement.
Eligible artists will be evaluated with equal consideration regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or country of origin. There are no restrictions or biases towards any of these factors during the evaluation process.
Please note that residents of the following countries or regions are not eligible for the MyMA Artist Grant due to U.S banking restrictions.
These geographic restrictions are for regulatory reasons beyond our control and we appreciate your understanding.
(2) Artists must not be a MyMA employee, contractor, or their relative;
(3) have a complete MyMA artist profile with a minimum of 5 artworks, an up to date CV, and an artist statement.
Eligible artists will be evaluated with equal consideration regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or country of origin. There are no restrictions or biases towards any of these factors during the evaluation process.
Please note that residents of the following countries or regions are not eligible for the MyMA Artist Grant due to U.S banking restrictions.
- Belarus
- Burundi
- Central African Republic
- Crimea
- Cuba
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Iran
- Iraq
- Lebanon
- Liberia
- Libya
- Nicaragua
- North Korea
- Pakistan
- Republic of Congo
- Russia
- Somalia
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Syria
- Venezuela
- Yemen
- Zimbabwe
These geographic restrictions are for regulatory reasons beyond our control and we appreciate your understanding.
Can artist collectives apply?
No, the artist grant is awarded to individual artists only.
What are the judging criteria?
The selection of the awardee and finalists will be based on their artistic excellence, which is characterized by displaying a significant impact on their selected medium and a thoughtful approach to their work. Any form of artwork will be taken into account, and all the details provided by the artist, including their artwork, artist statement, and other information available on their artist profile, may be assessed during the selection process.
Which of my artworks will be considered in the selection process?
Our jurors are instructed to consider your 5 most recent uploads for the selection process.
Can I update my profile or add new work during the selection period?
Yes, you can update your artist profile at any time.
I was shortlisted for the grant in a previous cycle, can I apply again?
Yes! We encourage artists including previously recognized artists to apply every month as our independent jury panel changes every month.
I was awarded the grant in a previous cycle, can I apply again?
Yes! We encourage artists including previously recognized artists to apply every month as our independent jury panel changes every month.