Artists of the Year Awards

The Haven Street-Allen Artist of the Year Award honors an individual whose work affirms that the power of an artistic spirit, combined with determination and will, can influence and shape our society. Each year, this award is given to an artist with a disability in Texas who embodies the vision of Art Spark Texas. Through a selfless effort and/or body of work, this artist models inclusion and serves as a catalyst for change. Nominations are open to artists in any discipline, including but not limited to visual art, dance, music, performance, craft, media and writing. This award is named for former Board member Forrest Haven Street-Allen and honors her commitment to create positive change in the lives of people with disabilities.

For more information call (512) 454-9912 or email [email protected]

The Lynn Marie Johnson Media Arts Award honors an artist who displays passion and commitment to the promotion and awareness of people with disabilities in our digital world. Each year, this award is given to an artist with a disability in Texas whose work as producer, artist, writer, director or other creative in the media arts embodies the mission of Art Spark Texas. Nominations are open to artists who work in video, film, photography, television, radio, social media, or other related fields. This award is named for former staff member Lynn Marie Johnson and reflects her unwavering advocacy for artists with disabilities in the media arts.

For more information call (512) 454-9912 or email [email protected]

The SPARK Award honors an up-and-coming artist who represents the inclusive, arts-inspired world that Art Spark Texas works to create every day. Each year, this award is given to an emerging Texas artist with a disability whose infectious and innovative spirit shifts perceptions of what people with disabilities can achieve. Nominations are open to any emerging artist in any discipline, including but not limited to visual art, dance, music, performance, craft, media and writing. Small but mighty, a spark – when nurtured and cared for – can fuel great things.

For more information call (512) 454-9912 or email [email protected]

The Gloria Bond Creative Aging Award honors an older artist who continues to express their creativity and/or demonstrates a willingness to explore new art forms as they age. Each year, this award is given to a Texas artist who exemplifies the vital aging philosophy of Art Spark Texas. Nominations are open to any individual over the age of 65 years in any discipline, including visual art, dance, music, performance, craft, media and writing. This award is named in honor of Gloria Bond, a mother who began her painting career after raising her family, and who instilled her love for the arts in everyone she touched throughout her life.

For more information call (512) 454-9912 or email [email protected]