Gallery Exhibition Opportunity for Yale Artists

The David Swensen Gallery at Yale Investments is offering a unique opportunity for a Yale artist (or artists) to exhibit work in a dynamic new space. Interested grad and undergrad artists are encouraged to submit a proposed curatorial statement and portfolio that reflects whatever inspires them. We are open to art in a wide variety of media, and the exhibition may also feature work from multiple artists, but we kindly request that all pieces are appropriate for a public office space. The works, subject to approval by the gallery team, will be displayed at 265 Church St, beginning on or around January 1, 2026. The exhibition will conclude in December 2026, though the Swensen Gallery can be flexible with individual timeline needs.

In addition to a $3,000 stipend, the artist will have a budget for materials and gallery installation - at the artist’s discretion, subject to approval. The artist will meet with the gallery team every two weeks, and be responsible for the curation, planning, budgeting, and logistics of the work(s) shown, as well as writing any necessary texts (e.g. labels, brief curatorial statement). Assistance with the physical installation of the artworks will be provided, including production of gallery signage. Proposals are due Sunday November 30, 2025, at 11:59pm EST. Please email marcella.rooney@yale.edu with questions. 

Eligibility: Yale undergraduate and graduate artists

Stipend: $3,000 stipend plus additional budget for materials and display

Proposals Due: Sunday November 30, 2025, at 11:59pm EST.

Location: 265 Church St. 18^th FL.

 Features of the space include:

• 372 sq. ft. gallery on the 18th floor
• Two walls of gallery space, in addition to an open floor plan with room for pedestals, free-standing pieces, or alternative mediums.

Application Requirements 

• Portfolio and CV with name, contact information, address, and Yale affiliation. Submission materials should include your educational background, relevant experience, and any previous exhibitions or projects. 

• Application Question:  Briefly describe your project idea and proposed curatorial statement. Provide specific ideas, themes, or representative work you would consider (up to 250 words).