ARTEFFECT Ambassadors — Visual Arts Online Fellowship 2026–2027
Call for Applications Now Open!
ARTEFFECT Ambassadors is an online fellowship for educators working directly with students in grades 6–12 to foster the visual arts. Ambassadors learn alongside other high-level practitioners through visual arts-focused, project-based lessons centered on the inspiring and diverse stories of Unsung Heroes from history. During the school year, Ambassadors participate in a series of online professional development sessions and complete an innovative capstone project that engages their classrooms and communities.
Applications are due Monday, September 14, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
Visit the ARTEFFECT Ambassadors website for details and to access the application.
Watch the ARTEFFECT Ambassadors Overview Video on Vimeo.
What are some benefits of being an ARTEFFECT Ambassador?
- Participate in live online modules—accompanied by lesson plans—led by seasoned visual arts educators and expert practitioners.
- Hone your instructional practice and learner-centered strategies for designing project-based activities and assessments.
- Expand the social impact of your curriculum by integrating the stories of LMC Unsung Heroes into your teaching and learning through your capstone project.
- Represent ARTEFFECT and share the annual student art competition with your classrooms, schools, districts & communities.
- Engage in peer learning within a creative, collegial, and growing network.
- Gain recognition through an official press release and promotions.
- Receive a Certificate of Participation, a $1,250 stipend, and a $250 materials credit.
Review the ARTEFFECT Ambassadors Info Sheet for details on the program overview and timeline, participation requirements, eligibility, and application process.
Interested in Learning More?
Join the Ambassadors Info Session on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 4:00–5:00 PM Pacific Time to learn more about the Ambassadors visual arts online fellowship. Bring your questions. Registration required.
Register for the Info Session on Zoom.
For inquiries, contact: arteffect@lowellmilken.org