The DeHaan Artist of Distinction Award Program will honor up to five contemporary visual artists with grants of up to $10,000 each year for aspirational visual arts projects.
Donor Name: Indy Arts Council
State: Indiana
City: Indianapolis
Type of Grant: Award
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 11/11/2022
Grant Size: $10,000
Details:
The aim of the program is to recognize contemporary visual artists and support their exceptional projects. The program will further elevate the awareness of artistic excellence and professionalism in Indianapolis.
Funding Information
The maximum amount of a DeHaan Artist of Distinction Award Program grant is $10,000, and up to five awards will be presented annually.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a visual artist, inclusive of art forms such as painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, photography, textiles, and digital/new media.
- Must have 5 years documented experience demonstrating excellence and innovation (quality solo exhibitions, national exposure and/or experience, critical reviews, residencies, awards, fellowships, etc.).
- Must have lived and/or worked in the state of Indiana for a minimum of three consecutive years at the date of application.
- Must reside and/or work in the state of Indiana for at least one year following the conclusion of the award activities.
- Must have generated consistent income over the past five years through your work in the field of visual art.
- Must not have received a DeHaan award within the last 12-months at time of application. Preference is given to artists who have not previously received an award.
- Artwork must be contemporary, meaning the artist is creating innovative, forward thinking, and challenging work that brings something new to the field of visual art.
For more information, visit Indy Arts Council.