Arts E-News

January 13, 2017
Paul Weagraff, Director
Grants Webinars and Upcoming Application Deadlines
Webinars
The Division will be offering two upcoming webinars to assist grant applicants with understanding all available grant categories and with navigating the eGrant system. The webinar dates and times are as follows:
  • Wednesday, January 25, 2:00-3:00 pm
  • Tuesday, January 31, 5:30-6:30 pm (repeat of same content)
To register, please email delarts@state.de.us with your full name, your email address, and the session you wish to attend. Instructions for how to join the webinar will be sent to you by email.
Grant Guidelines and Deadlines
The eGrant system is now open for all Division grant programs with a March 1, 2017 application deadline.  This includes the following grant programs for Delaware-based organizations:
Guidelines and criteria have been revised and streamlined for many programs, so be sure to read through all materials carefully prior to application. Use the links above for more details on programs and eligibility. Questions should be directed to the appropriate  Division staff member .
Division Seeks Grant Panelists
The Delaware Division of the Arts engages Delaware citizens to review and make recommendations on grant applications for state funding of the arts. The Division selects panelists based on their knowledge and experience in the arts, in business and nonprofit management, and in their community. To be considered for service, you may nominate yourself or someone else. Nominations are accepted year round; the next panel review meetings take place in early May 2017. Please visit the Division's website for  more information .
Delaware National Arts Program Registration Ends Soon
Registration closes January 23 for the annual Delaware State Employee Art Exhibition sponsored by The National Arts ProgramĀ® and the Division of the Arts. The exhibition is open to entries from current Delaware state employees and their immediate family members. This is a free program designed to give artists a unique opportunity to exhibit their work and to compete for cash prizes.

The exhibit will be open from February 20 - March 13, 2017, with a reception and awards ceremony on Saturday, March 4 at the Arts Center/Gallery at Delaware State University in Dover.   Learn more
2017 Individual Artist Fellowship Winners
The prestigious Individual Artist Fellowships from the Delaware Division of the Arts recognize artists in a variety of disciplines for their outstanding quality of work and provide monetary awards.

This year a record number of artists applied for this fellowship. One hundred and twenty-six (126) artists applied and eighteen (18) were awarded in the following categories - one, Masters; nine, Established; and eight, Emerging. In addition, four artists earned an honorable mention.
Masters Award ($10,000)
  • Yolanda Chetwynd, Newark, Visual Arts: Painting
Established Professional Award ($6,000)
  • Phillip Bannowsky, Newark, Literature: Poetry
  • Arden Bardol, Dover, Visual Arts: Crafts
  • Mahasveta (Gitu) Barua, Newark, Literature: Fiction
  • Kathryn Canavan, Wilmington, Literature: Creative Nonfiction
  • A.T. Moffett, Wilmington, Dance: Choreography
  • Hugh Phibbs, Wilmington, Visual Arts: Works on Paper
  • Troy Richards, Wilmington, Visual Arts: Painting
  • Chad States, Rehoboth Beach, Visual Arts: Sculpture
  • Beth Trepper, Wilmington, Visual Arts: Photography
Emerging Professional Award ($3,000)
  • Jennifer Borders, Arden, Visual Arts: Sculpture
  • Daniel Carunchio, Wilmington, Music: Solo Recital
  • Larry Kelts, Newark, Literature: Poetry
  • Kathy Maas, Hockessin, Literature: Creative Nonfiction
  • Ray Magnani, Newark, Visual Arts: Photography
  • Terrance Vann, Wilmington, Visual Arts: Painting
  • Aaron Wright, Newark, Literature: Playwriting
  • David Yurkovich, Milton, Literature: Fiction
Honorable Mention
  • Dennis Beach, Wilmington, Visual Arts: Sculpture
  • Luigi Ciuffetelli, Hockessin, Visual Arts: Photography
  • Liz Dolan, Rehoboth Beach, Literature: Fiction
  • Linda Harris Reynolds, Wilmington, Visual Arts: Work on Paper
Poetry Out Loud - Semi-Finals and Finals

2017 Poetry Out Loud school representative and alternate winner registration closes today, January 13. Due to increased participant numbers this year, a semi-final round may take place prior to the finals  which will be held February 28, 2017 at the Smyrna Opera House. The finals of this poetry recitation competition are free and open to the public. Learn more
Delaware Day Winners
The Fourth Grade Delaware Day Competition, sponsored by the Department of State, is a fun and interactive way to challenge students to create displays that help illustrate and explain the U.S. Constitution and the role played by Delawareans in the writing and ratification of the nation's founding document. The Division of the Arts provides resources to classrooms so that they can enhance the visual impact of their presentations. The Division partners with the Newark Arts Alliance to provide professional artists as jurors for the artistic merit review. 

2016 Delaware Day Fourth Grade Competition Winners:
  • George Read Award - Wilmington Friends School (Wilmington)
  • Gunning Bedford, Jr. Award - [Tie] Bunker Hill Elementary School (Appoquinimink School District) and Gallaher Elementary School (Christina School District)
  • John Dickinson Award - [Tie] North Dover Elementary School (Capital School District) and Lake Forest Central Elementary School - Project #2 (Lake Forest School District)
  • Richard Bassett Award - [Tie] North Laurel Elementary School - Two Projects (Laurel School District)
  • Jacob Broom Award - Learning Express Academy (Newark)
Artistic Merit Winners:
  • Bunker Hill Elementary School (Appoquinimink)
  • Epworth Christian School (Laurel)
  • Gallaher Elementary School (Christina)
  • Learning Express Academy (Newark)
  • North Dover Elementary School (Capital)
Artistic Merit Honorable Mention:  Christ the Teacher, Newark Charter School, North Laurel Elementary School, Wilmington Friends School  
Opportunities (selected)
For more opportunities including grants, residencies, auditions, calls for artists, and jobs in the arts, visit the Division's  website .

Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation Grant Deadlines
  • ArtsCONNECT provides funding for mid-Atlantic-based presenters working collaboratively to engage a performing artist or ensemble. Deadline 3/17/17
  • Special Presenter Intiatives aid small and mid-size presenting organizations in Delaware, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and West Virginia to increase access to and appreciation for the performing arts in these states and jurisdictions. Deadline 3/17/17
  • Mid Atlantic Tours provides funding for mid-Atlantic-based presenters engaging artists from the Mid Atlantic Tours roster. Booking current roster artists for engagements must take place between July 1, 2017 and June 30, 2018.Engagements must be confirmed no later than March 3, 2017.
International/National/Regional Grant Deadlines
Division Grant Deadlines
  • Artist Opportunity: deadline 4/1/17, for activities happening between 5/15/17 - 8/15/17
  • Artist Residency: rolling deadline, submitted at least 6 weeks prior to start of scheduled residency
  • Artist Roster: rolling deadline
  • Arts Access Grants: rolling deadline, submitted at least 6 weeks prior to project start date
  • TranspARTation: rolling deadline, submitted at least 6 weeks prior to field trip date
Calls for Artists
Professional Development & Networking Opportunities
The Delaware Division of the Arts  is an agency of the State of Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delaware life. Funding for Division programs is provided by annual appropriations from the Delaware General Assembly and grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. For more information about the Delaware Division of the Arts, visit  artsdel.org  or call 302-577-8278 .