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"Creativity is at the foundation of what I do professionally and personally. It's a necessary outlet for me."
We asked this year’s awardees to tell us how previous research informs their current studies and what they are excited about for the future.
Most Recent PRESS RELEASES
Twenty-one artists have received $10,000 and supportive connections.
An opening reception on February 17 brings the fellows together for the first time
Since 2005, the Center for Craft has supported 223 projects in 39 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia by distributing over $1,800,000 through the Craft Research Fund grant program.
Asheville Citizen-TImes
The gallery will support emerging makers and foster talent with the help of local donors.
The Center for Craft received a $5.7 million gift from the Windgate Charitable Foundation of Little Rock, Arkansas to endow the Center’s longstanding fellowship programs. Named after celebrated wood sculptor Stoney Lamar, the Stoney Lamar Craft Endowment Fund supports the perpetual offering of fellowships to emerging artists and curators.
Juliana Barton, photo by Sarah Milinski
Introducing ACLS Leading Edge Fellow: Juliana Barton
"Soft Monitor," Victoria Manganiello and Julian Goldman
This year’s recipients receive a total of $30,000