Artist Trust is accepting applications for its Arts Innovator Award to recognize artists who demonstrate innovation in their art practice.
Donor Name: Artist Trust
State: Washington
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Awards
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 03/21/2022
Size of the Grant: $25,000
Details:
These unrestricted awards of $25,000 are given annually to two Washington State artists of any discipline who are originating new work, experimenting with new ideas, taking risks, and pushing the boundaries of their fields.
Funding for this award is generously donated by the Dale and Leslie Chihuly Foundation. Dale recalls receiving grants that supported experimentation early in his career, adding credibility, opening doors, and enabling new connections for him as an artist.
Black, Indigenous, and artists of color and artists residing outside of King County are strongly encouraged to apply.
Selection Criteria
- Advancement of the artist’s practice;
- The background and experience of the artists.
- Artist’s continued dedication and exploration of new work;
- Artistic excellence and innovation within applicant’s field/medium;
Eligibility Criteria
The 2022 Arts Innovator Award is open to artists and artist teams residing in Washington State working in all disciplines.
Applicants must be:
- 18 years of age or older by application deadline;
- Washington State residents at the time of both application and payment (payment will be made June 2022);
Individual artists (or artist teams) who are the originators of works of art; - Available for finalist cohort meeting on May 10 and interviews on May 12, 2022.
- Applicants who will not be interviewed as finalists will be notified on Friday, May 6, 2022.
For more information, visit Arts Innovator Award.