First Peoples Fund is seeking artists to apply for two of its fellowship programs that support Native American arts and culture. The 2010 Cultural Capital and 2010 Artists in Business Leadership will accept applications from eligible artists from the Northern Great Plains and the Plateau Regions of the United States as well as Canadian First Nations members.

Artist applicants must have five years or more experience in professionally marketing their art at Indian art markets, galleries and wholesale experience. They must demonstrate strong vision and a clear, effective strategic plan to explore new work and demonstrate marketing initiative effectively.

For more details about eligibility or applications, write First Peoples Fund, P.O. Box 2977, Rapid City, SD 57709-2977, e-mail info@firstpeoplesfund.org or visit the Web page firstpeoplesfund.org.