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Nel Oudemans Award
Support for emerging New Brunswick artisans
Funding available
$ 2,000
Deadline
June 3, 2015
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
The Nel Oudemans Award provides a $2,000 cash prize to emerging New Brunswick artisans. The recipient may also receive support to take part in the SOFA Chicago educational mission.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Participation in the SOFA Chicago educational mission.
- Attendance at national or international craft conferences.
Documents Needed
- Completed cover page
- Artist statement
- Short biography
- Curriculum vitae
- Two reference letters
- Digital image portfolio and numbered image list
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Emerging artisans.
- Fine craft and design artists.
- New Brunswick artisans.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not Canadian citizens.
- Applicants who have not lived in New Brunswick for five consecutive years.
- Students who are about to graduate.
Eligible expenses
- Participation in the SOFA Chicago educational mission.
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick, Canada
Selection criteria
- Excellence in fine craft and design.
- Independent artistic practice and body of work.
- Continued skill development.
- Potential for creative growth and career development.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the cover page.
- Prepare the artist statement, biography, CV, reference letters, and image list.
- Assemble the required digital image portfolio.
- Step 2: Submit the package
- Send the completed application package by mail to the Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation in Saint John, New Brunswick.
- Ensure the package is postmarked by the deadline.
- Step 3: Await confirmation
- The foundation acknowledges receipt of applications by email.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an independent jury of arts professionals.
- The jury evaluates the submissions and selects the recipient.
- Receipt of applications is confirmed by email.
Additional information
- Applications may be submitted in English or French.
- The award is jury-based.
- Applicants must submit both written and visual materials.
- Receipt of applications is acknowledged by email.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nel Oudemans Award Program
What is the Nel Oudemans Award?
The Nel Oudemans Award provides a $2,000 cash prize to emerging New Brunswick artisans. The recipient may also receive support to take part in the SOFA Chicago educational mission.
How much funding can be received?
Nel Oudemans Award Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Nel Oudemans Award program?
To be eligible for the Nel Oudemans Award program, you must:
Canadian citizen in New Brunswick
Emerging artisan in fine craft/design
Five years of residence required
What expenses are eligible under Nel Oudemans Award?
Participation in the SOFA Chicago educational mission.
Attendance at national or international craft conferences.
Who can I contact for more information about the Nel Oudemans Award?
You can contact Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF) by email at sheilahughmackay@nb.aibn.com or by phone at 506.693.5647.
Where is the Nel Oudemans Award available?
The Nel Oudemans Award program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Who are the financial supporters of the Nel Oudemans Award?
Nel Oudemans Award is funded by Sheila Hugh Mackay Foundation (SHMF)