Up to $50,000 per project, plus mentorship, coaching, and in-kind support for artist-led technology proposals.
This art + technology grant from LACMA invites artists and collectives anywhere in the world to propose new projects exploring the relationship between technology and culture. The Art + Technology Lab supports artist-led experimentation, public engagement, and emerging forms of collaboration across art, science, and technology.
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Opportunity Snapshot – Art + Technology Grant
What:
Art + Technology Lab Grant: 2026 Request for Proposals
Who:
Individuals and collectives located anywhere in the world
Where:
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), Los Angeles
Award / Support:
Up to $50,000 per project
Artist fees and direct costs, including materials
In-kind support, including mentorship, coaching, advice, and exposure to technologies in development at partner organizations
Applicants may propose additional collaborators or mentors
Project costs are typically expended within 24 months of the initial award
Projects can begin as early as fall 2026
Application Fee (if any):
NONE
Deadline:
April 22, 2026, 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time
Official Link:
https://www.lacma.org/art/lab/grants
About the Art + Technology Grant
The Art + Technology Lab at LACMA describes itself as a “safe-to-fail” rapid prototyping environment where finished artworks are deliberately deemphasized in favor of testing ideas at the edge of art and technology. The program supports projects that explore artistic applications of new tools and ideas related to technology and culture.
In 2026, three to five projects will be selected through the open call, with grants open to individuals and collectives anywhere in the world. In addition to financial support of up to $50,000 per project, recipients may receive mentorship, coaching, advice, and exposure to technologies in development through the Lab’s partner network.
What Is Offered
- Up to $50,000 per project
- Funding for artist fees
- Funding for direct costs, including materials
- In-kind support
- Mentorship
- Coaching
- Advice
- Exposure to technologies in development at partner organizations
- Option to propose additional collaborators or mentors
Who Should to The Art + Technology Grant
Art + Technology Lab grants are open to individuals and collectives located anywhere in the world.
While there is a preference for projects that explore emerging technology, prior technological experience or knowledge is not required.
Recipients need not be located in or near Los Angeles.
Timeline
Application Opens: Not listed
Deadline: April 22, 2026, 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time
Why This Opportunity Matters
This art + technology grant offers substantial project support for artists who want to prototype ideas, work with technical collaborators, and develop public-facing projects without requiring prior advanced technology experience.
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https://www.lacma.org/art/lab/grants
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