AAG Visual Arts Scholarships 2012

The Arizona Artists Guild is offering  $5,000.00 in Visual Arts Scholarships
to
undergraduate and graduate Fine Arts majors/minors at accredited public and private Arizona colleges and universities.

What does a Scholarship Winner receive?
Winners receive scholarship money, generally around $1,000, which is deposited directly into the student’s college bursar account. The awards and amounts are determined by a panel of three Juried Arizona Artists Guild members.

Additionally, winners receive an exhibition at the Willo North Gallery in downtown Phoenix!  The number of submitted works on display per artist will be determined by the Scholarship Committee. Scholarship recipients are required to attend the artists’ reception, as awards are presented at that time. (Date TBD)

Furthermore, award recipients receive a one-year Arizona Artists’ Guild membership! Members enjoy the benefits of networking with over 350 artists, receive information about upcoming exhibitions and workshops, and participating in numerous Guild activities.

How is the money divided?
In both 2009 and 2010, four artists were awarded sums of $1000 each. In 2007, three $1000 scholarships and two $500 awards were given to five deserving artists. The division of funds depends on the quality of submissions.

Scroll to the bottom of the screen to see last year’s winners!

What can the money be used towards?
The 2012 scholarships must be used for tuition and/or art supplies in the Summer or Fall semester/quarter of 2012.  Selection of winners is based on artistic merit and financial need.

Who is eligible for a scholarship?
Undergraduate and graduate Fine Arts majors/minors at accredited public and private Arizona colleges and universities, including candidates from community colleges working towards a transfer degree are possible candidates. Undergraduate applicants must be full-time, or currently enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours or 9 quarter hours and have a cumulative G. P. A. of 2.0.  Graduate applicants must be currently enrolled in a minimum of 9 semester hours or 6 quarter hours and have a cumulative G. P. A. of 2.0

Are there any other regulations I need to know about before applying?

• Previous winners of an AAG scholarship are ineligible.
• All artwork must be saved as jpeg images on a PC compatible cd
• All artwork must be original.
• Artwork submitted in previous AAG Scholarship jurying is NOT eligible.
• Do not submit artwork more than 2 years old.
• Be sure to read the entire application!!!
• Submission deadline must be met- NO EXCEPTIONS!!!

How do I Apply?
Print and complete the application form posted here:  <2011 application form!> Write a Personal Statement (300-500 words) as described in the application form. Include digital jpeg images of three current artworks on a PC compatible cd, labeled and numbered as described in the application. Each applicant may also include one additional detail image for each artwork, especially for sculptural pieces. Thus, your application may have up to six total images detailing three works of art. Create an image list. Numbers should correspond to the order of images on the cd. Be sure to write your name at the top. Next to each number, please list title, medium, and dimensions in INCHES. Include an official transcript and 2 letters of faculty recommendation. Transcripts and letters of recommendation MAY be sent separately from the rest of your application packet. Remember to enclose an SASE with accurate postage so we can notify you of the jury’s decisions.

Mail your completed application packet to:

AAG Scholarship 2011
c/o Kelsey Wiskirchen
1101 S. Farmer Ave, Apt #4
Tempe, AZ 85281


When are applications due?
Applications must be postmarked no later than Friday, February 17, 2012.

When will I be notified?
Winners will be announced by the week of March 12th, 2012. All applicants will be notified by mail.

What are the characteristics of winning entries?
Excellent pictures! – Jurors base most of their decisions on the artwork. If the image quality is poor, good work can seem bad. Think about lighting and resolution when submitting jpegs. The images are a tool for describing your work (which depict craftsmanship, style, and character better than an artists’ statement) – so let your work speak for itself! Large pieces, interesting textures, and sculptural works especially should have an extra detail (up-close) picture to give the jurors more information.

Choice of Artwork!– Once again, the artwork is the most important piece in the application. Although the panel of jurors differs from year to year, in general jurors wish to see a cohesive set of art. The 3 pieces you choose need to be strong pieces, and should also relate to each other (i.e. in style, medium, theme, etc.). Most jurors are interested in quality and consistency.

Complete and Accurate Applications!– Applications with missing recommendation letters, slide lists, etc. show poor care. If you have a question or concern, PLEASE contact the committee Karen Perry at artyst@cox.net. Incomplete applications may NOT be juried, so use the checklist!

Concise Writing! -- The personal statement offers the jurors additional insight into your work. Although the work should speak for itself, this statement provides a context and details that may not be apparent in your slides.

What if I have other questions regarding my application or the submission process?
Questions may be directed to AAG Scholarship Committee via e-mail:

AAG Scholarship 2012
c/o Kelsey Wiskirchen
1101 S Farmer Ave, Apt 4
Tempe, AZ 85281
kelsey.wiskirchen@asu.edu

For AAG Scholarship Application Form in PDF format, click here

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2011 Winners:
Benjamin William Phillips, $1,000 Magadini Award and $500 Guild award
Kathleen Scott Moore, $1,500 Guild Award
Julia Jones, $1,000 Gerry Grout Award
Kelsey Wiskirchen, $1,000 Gerry Grout Award

2010 Winners:
Angela Young --$1000 Gerry Grout Award - Printmaking
Judd Schiffman -- $1000 AAG Scholar Award - Painting
Andrea Jensen -- $1000 Ruth S. Magadini Award - Painting
Chad Gunderson -- $1000 Gerry Grout Award - Ceramics

2009 Winners:
Eleanor Richards -- $1000 Gerry Grout Award – Sculpture
Olivia Timmons -- $1000 Gerry Grout Award – Printmaking
Terri Krallitsch -- $1000 Ruth S. Magadini Award – Painting
Shelly Flores -- $1000 -- Photography

2008 Winners:
Gwyneth Scally -- $1000 Ruth S. Magadini Award – Painting & Sculpture
James Coquia -- $1000 -- Ceramics
Gazelle Samizay -- $1000 – Digital Media
Tina M. Notaro -- $1000 -- Sculpture