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Pratt Fine Arts Center announces 2017-2018 Scholarships

Deadline: June 5th, 2017
 

For Immediate Release

April 26th, 2017

Contact: Karina San Juan,

Marketing and Communications Director

ksanjuan@pratt.org
 

SEATTLE, WASH – Pratt Fine Arts Center announced today it is now accepting applications for its 2017-2018 scholarship year. Pratt is proud to offer merit and financial need-based scholarships in every visual arts discipline taught in our studios. Awards are used towards classes and studio rental at Pratt and are available for adult and teen, emerging and established artists. Some awards include a cash stipend.
 

"Thanks to the generous donations of both individuals and organizations, we are proud to offer a wide variety of scholarships for artists at every level," said Steve Galatro, Pratt’s Executive Director. "Our scholarship program has more than doubled in size over the past five years allowing Pratt to support its mission of making art education accessible to everyone".
 

In 2016, Pratt awarded 13 scholarships to emerging and established artists. The 2017-2018 scholarship applications –including a new award, the Theresa Jane Teen Scholarship- will be reviewed by a panel of art professionals, and the scholarship winners will be announced in July of 2017.
 

2017-2018 Scholarships
 

Edwin T. Pratt Scholarship

This scholarship provides opportunities for artists of color to advance their careers through education and exposure. The award includes $2,500 credit to apply towards class/workshop registrations and related supply fees, or studio/equipment access fees, as well as a $500 materials stipend paid directly to the artist.
 

The ArtBridge Fellowship

In partnership with METHOD Gallery and Chihuly Garden and Glass, Pratt’s ArtBridge Fellowship provides a variety of educational resources, professional development opportunities, and Pratt studio access to an emerging artist in Washington State. The Fellowship now includes a culminating solo exhibition at METHOD Gallery.
 

The Seattle Print Arts Grant

Formerly known as the Seattle Print Arts (SPA) Scholarship, the Pratt-SPA Grant is open to Puget Sound printmakers of all levels, aged 18 years and older, who are active members of SPA and who wish to refine their skills or pursue new or experimental directions in their discipline.
 

The Jon and Mary Shirley Glass Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to emerging glass artists, aged 18 years and older, who have completed a glass arts class/workshop at Pratt or have accessed Pratt’s glass facilities independently within the past calendar year. Generously funded by the Jon and Mary Shirley Foundation, the award includes a $3,750 credit and Master level membership at Pratt for use towards class/workshop registrations and studio access fees for any of Pratt‘s glass facilities.
 

Pratt/SMG Partners Grant: Jewelry and Metals Art

In partnership with Seattle Metals Guild (SMG), and to nurture the development of our shared artist community, the Pratt/SMG Partners Grant is open to jewelry and metal artists of all levels, aged 18 years and older, who are active members of SMG and who wish to refine their skills or pursue new or experimental directions in their medium. The grant covers the cost of registration for one jewelry/metals class at Pratt Fine Arts Center and an automatic annual SMG membership renewal.
 

Professional Artist-in-Residence Program

Pratt Fine Arts Center’s Professional Artist-in-Residence Program provides established artists the opportunity to use Pratt’s specialized studios and experienced artist assistants to explore new artistic endeavors during a month-long residency. The program includes a cash award, supply stipend, and courses registration/studio rental credit at Pratt. As a part of the residency, recipient teaches a workshop in his/her area of expertise, provides a public lecture or demonstration, and exhibits his/her work at Pratt or a partner venue.
 

The Lillian Yeh Scholarship for Lifelong Artists

This scholarship is open to young adults aged 18-25 who are currently pursuing higher education and possess a personal or professional interest in making art a lifelong passion. Generously supported by the family and friends of Lillian Yeh, who was a passionate and caring member of Pratt’s artist community, this $800 credit and Master level membership at Pratt Fine Arts Center is intended to supplement a college-level education by deepening a young person’s artistic educational experience specifically in the disciplines of painting/drawing or jewelry/metalsmithing.
 

Theresa Jane Teen Scholarship
This scholarship will provide glass instruction, professional mentorship and portfolio development to High School student in her sophomore or junior year who identifies as female and has prior glass experience. The aim is to provide support for a young woman to create a body of work and encourage her goal of becoming a professional glass artist. This scholarship is generously funded through the Theresa Jane Fund.
 

Direct URL: www.pratt.org/scholarships
 

About Pratt Fine Arts

Founded in 1976 to provide high-quality visual arts education, Pratt serves as a lasting tribute to Edwin T. Pratt, who relentlessly championed open and equal access to educational and housing opportunities for all Seattle residents. Pratt honors his memory by making art education accessible for people of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels. Pratt Fine Arts Center is the only facility in the Northwest where absolute beginners and established professional artists work side-by-side creating art in glass, sculpture, jewelry and metalsmithing, painting, drawing and printmaking. Pratt provides affordable studios with unparalleled state-of-the-art equipment and professional artist instruction to create an environment where students learn, experiment, and create.