A. Eric Arctander Artist Grant
Funding Amount
$1,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
A. Eric Arctander Artist Grant
Overview: This grant supports visual artists and was created by family and friends to honor A. Eric Arctander, a renowned visual artist, teacher, mentor, and advocate for younger artists pursuing careers in art.
About A. Eric Arctander: He was widely exhibited as a painter and creator of site-specific public art (recipient of Municipal Art Society Certificate of Merit). He was co-founder and President of Collaborative Concepts, a not-for-profit organization facilitating exhibitions since 2000. He initiated the Program for Advanced Environmental Art for college-level art students. He served as Professor of Art History at Pratt Institute for 15+ years and faculty at School of Visual Arts for 25+ years, publishing numerous articles and critical catalog essays on advanced art.
Geographic Scope: Residents of Dutchess, Westchester, or Putnam County in New York State
Focus Areas: Visual art including Drawing, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Mixed Media (2D and 3D), Installation Art, and Sculpture
Eligibility:
Award Details:
Evaluation Criteria:
Award Timeline: Decisions emailed approximately one month after deadline; award disbursed by August 15th
Contact: artema@optonline.net or collaborativeconcepts@optonline.net
How to Apply
Application Process
Online Application Platform: www.entrythingy.com/d=collaborativeconcepts.org
Required Fields: All lines marked with (*) must be filled out
Application Requirements:
1. Personal Artist Statement
- 400 words or less
2. Purpose Statement
- Describe how the scholarship will advance your development in the arts
3. Professional Background Summary
- One-page summary of professional and educational art background
4. Work Samples - Five (5) Images
- Specifications:
- Image size: Maximum 1240 pixels x 1240 pixels
- Resolution: 300 dpi
- File size: No larger than 4 MB each
- Format: JPG or JPEG only
- For each image, list:
- Size
- Medium
- Title
5. Website Documentation
- Include website link with additional artwork and documentation of work
Post-Selection Requirements:
- Valid Social Security number
- Proof of age
- Proof of residency
Submission Notes:
Contact for Assistance: collaborativeconcepts@optonline.net
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