The purpose of the Grants for Artists Program is to contribute to the sustainability of artists’ livelihoods by providing funds that support working or living expenses.
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Maryland independent artists who have experienced a loss of income due to an emergency occurring after January 1, 2022 that impacts his or her work are encouraged to apply.
“It’s an exciting time,” said Mary Cummings, PAC’s executive director. “We’re looking forward to the grand opening, where we can recognize the state and county for funding this incredible facility."
There are two workshop series, one for artists of all disciplines and one for designed to equip administrators in strengthening local capacity in public art.
The grant funding includes $10 million for renovations and expansion to the 800 Building on Garrett College's main campus, which will become the Community Education and Performing Arts Center.
Award recipients include three Garrett County artists: Caroline Blizzard, Sonia Pratt, and Annie Simcoe.
Make your voices heard! MSAC is sponsoring a series of five public dialogues in which artists are invited to share recommendations that will inform what MSAC offers as part of this initiative.
Join the Maryland State Arts Council on Thursday, September 23rd, from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. to kick off the 2021 Virtual Regional Arts Summit!
The 2021 Summit: Art OF the Community will hold 6 free live streamed sessions focused on current topics in the MD creative sector, interspersed with creative burst of art-making and performances.
The program has announced the publication of Request for Qualifications for the MD District Court Catonsville District Courthouse and the MD Dept. of Agriculture Salisbury Animal Health Lab.
The awards are accompanied by grants of $2,000, $10,000, and $15,000 that encourage artistic growth and sustained practice.
Kathy Beachler, executive director of the Garrett County Arts Council, said the book was created by the Maryland State Arts Council for Hogan to give away as a gift to friends.
The Rural MD Council Grant Review Board notified Garrett County Arts Council that it has been approved to receive a grant from the Maryland Agriculture Education and Rural Development Assistance Fund.
The 2021 season opens with a “Sofa Series” of virtual concerts: National Players’ “As You Like It;” Barron Ryan's Where Classical Meets Cool; & Charlotte B. Alston, African American Storyteller.
This grant supports traditional arts education through the teaching of skills from a master artist to a learner artist.
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