Elevating Creative Visionaries Through 2025-2026
The Future Is Black and The Mosaic Institute are proud to partner in the launch of The Basquiat Fellowship & Accreditation Program an exclusive 12-month incubator designed for just 15 creative entrepreneurs ready to transform their passion into sustainable success.
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Program Overview
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Transform your creative practice through our immersive 12-month experience that bridges artistic excellence and educational prowess, with entrepreneurial mastery. Our carefully crafted journey includes:
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Personalized Brand Development - Position yourself strategically in today's competitive creative marketplace
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Business Mastery Workshops - Gain the entrepreneurial toolkit most creatives never receive
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Industry-Recognized Teaching Artist Certification - Unlock lucrative opportunities in educational and community settings
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High-Visibility Exhibition Opportunities - Showcase your work at Brew House Arts and Hay St Gallery's prestigious spaces
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New Era Academic Summit & Arts Showcase- Present your integrity-based, creatively inclined solutions to the NE region’s learning leaders dedicated to liberating creatives from the School-to-Prison-Pipeline
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Community Building- Semi Structured peer to peer learning exchange opportunities, with Teaching Artist Mentors, advisors, and coaching.
Invest in Your Future
​DID YOU KNOW?
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Pittsburgh's 2050 Arts & Culture report documents that BIPOC creatives apply for 60% more grants but receive 39% fewer than their counterparts. This represents $383,000 in annual funding disparities from just one grant program. With BIPOC creatives self-funding 77% of their creative pursuits (compared to 52% for non-Black artists), this gap directly impairs wealth creation. MBDA cuts have eliminated one of the few federal resources addressing this disparity, making community-based interventions like ours essential to preventing further economic marginalization.
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Limited Opportunity
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Only 15 spots are available for the 2025-2026 cohort. Applications close July 4th, 2025 – securing your application now is the first step toward transforming your creative practice into the career you've always envisioned. This career-defining opportunity is made possible through partnerships with The Mosaic Institute, Brew House Arts, and X Liberator Network.
who is this for?
The Basquiat Fellowship is specifically designed for emerging creatives and teaching artists who:
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Have demonstrated talent but struggle with the business side of creativity
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Dream of making a sustainable living from their artistic practice
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Seek a community with dynamic-minded creative entrepreneurs
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Are ready to commit to transformational growth over 12 months
Fellowship Program Details & Timeline
From monthly community design labs to personalized technical assistance, the fellowship is designed to accelerate artists' growth.
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Program outcomes include:​
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Teaching Artist Credentials opens doors to new income streams
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Exhibition opportunities build your portfolio and market value
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Technical Assistance: Business and Branding consultants
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Business skills and strategies that generate long-term revenue
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Lifelong connections with fellow artists and industry professionals
dates
The Basquiate Fellowship will commence on August, 2025, and conclude precisely 12 months later on August 2026.
scope
The fellowship is designed to support a cohort of 10-15 participants, ensuring a focused and impactful experience.
resources
Dedicated resources will be allocated by staff of experienced facilitators, consultants, and mentors to guide participants throughout the fellowship.
Tracking "Transactions" & Support Times
A robust tracking system will be implemented to monitor participant transactions, support sessions, and overall engagement with the program.
The Basquiat Creative Fellowship Programmatic Services
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Course Format
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Monthly in-person workshops featuring experienced artists, industry professionals, and mentors
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Engaging in group discussions and peer feedback sessions
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Hands-on assignments and projects to apply gained knowledge
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Personalized one-on-one mentorship opportunities
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Access to a dedicated online platform for valuable resources and networking opportunities
Understanding the Importance of Business Development for Artists
Community Design Labs
Art Events & Showcases
Fellowship features
Industry-Recognized Credential
Experience extensive opportunities for networking, collaboration, and resource sharing within the vibrant creative community.
Professional Portfolio Showcase
Multi-venue exhibition tour that establishes your professional presence and market value
Leadership Experience
Lead community programs and mentor emerging artists - building your reputation and referral network
Revenue Strategy Blueprint
Personalized business model with proven strategies to monetize your skills and grow your practice
Referal Opportunities
Get exclusive access to paid gigs within the network.
