Applications open for U of L’s Spirit Prize supporting Indigenous artists

Dr. Josie Mills, director/curator of the U of L Art Gallery said, “this prize will provide extraordinary support for emerging artists studying here on Treaty 7 territory. Indigenous artists from our region have so much to offer and it’s important for us to find avenues to elevate their work to the national stage.”

“The significant prize amount associated with this award will give a huge boost to this effort and allow artists to create a major artwork and to have their voice heard within the Canadian art world.”

The winner will get a cash prize of $2,500 to be used toward residency, a mentorship, travel to study in support of their art practice, a workshop to develop advance skills, and materials to realize a major project or support an exhibition.

Submissions will be reviewed and chosen by a committee consisting of the director/curator of the U of L Art Gallery or designate, an Indigenous Art Studio faculty member, and the Manager of Iikaisskini or designate.

Selections will be made on the following criteria:

Commitment to art practice
Creativity and concept proposed
Connection of art practice with Indigenous knowledge and perspectives
Completeness and professionalism of submission

The deadline to apply for the Spirit Prize is January 31, 2022. More details here.

by Justin Goulet

Applications open for U of L’s Spirit Prize supporting Indigenous artists

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