The LEAP Award was established in 2007 in honor of Contemporary Craft Director of Exhibitions Kate Lydon’s 20-years of service. The program recognizes exceptional emerging talent in the contemporary craft field and provides opportunities for these early career artists to bring their artwork to the consumer market.
The yearlong retail program features, markets, and sells the work of one winner and four finalists. The winner also receives a $1000 prize.
LEAP is open to exceptionally talented graduate students and/or emerging artists who are beginning to receive recognition for their work, but are not currently represented by well-established galleries. Artists must work in craft media: ceramics, wood, metal/jewelry, glass, found materials, mixed media, fiber, or a combination of these materials.
The application deadline is Saturday, October 30, 2021. A link to the full prospectus and application, along with information on previous winners, can be found at https://contemporarycraft.org/store/leap-award/.
