The Lillian Orlowsky and William Freed Grant is an annual award supporting under-recognized American painters over the age of 45 who demonstrate financial need. The grant aims to promote American art and provide financial support to artists working outside mainstream trends.
Information and Application Details:
- Deadline: April 1, 2025
- Grant Amount: Ranges from $5,000 to $36,000
- Exhibition: Recipients will have their work exhibited at the Provincetown Art Association and Museum (PAAM)
- Jurors: A diverse panel of artists, curators, professors, and writers will select recipients
Eligibility:
- Must be 45 years or older
- Must be a painter (accepted mediums: oil, acrylic, gouache, ink, tempera, watercolor, egg tempera, casein, enamel on paper, canvas, fabric, or wood, including fresco)
- Mixed media, encaustic, collage, digital paintings, dry pastels, chalk, prints, graphite, and drawings are NOT eligible
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (can be living abroad)
- Must demonstrate financial need
Theme:
There is no specific thematic restriction; the focus is on supporting painters who lack mainstream recognition and need financial assistance.
How to Apply:
- Applications must be submitted online (apply link is provided in the open call)
- A jury will review applications in late spring, and notifications will be sent by July 1, 2025
Submission Requirements:
- 10 images of recent works (avoid spanning entire career)
- Artist statement
- Resume
- Essay
- Financial information
Selection Process:
- A jury of three experts (art historians, artists, curators, critics) will assess applications based on artistic strength and alignment with the grant’s mission
Program Benefits/Awards:
- Cash grants from $5,000 to $36,000
- Exhibition opportunity at PAAM
Contact & Resources:
- Email: gryderomalley@paam.org
- Phone: 508-487-1750
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