Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant

Name: Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant

Award Amount: Grants typically around CAD $12,500–$18,000 per recipient (amount varies and larger second/third grants possible)

Information And Eligibility:
The Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant is one of the most respected international grant programs supporting emerging visual artists who work in traditional representational media. Founded to honor the legacy of Elizabeth T. Greenshields, the foundation exists to advance young painters, sculptors, printmakers, and draftspeople whose work demonstrates both artistic promise and a commitment to developing a professional career in representational art. Unlike many art scholarships that focus solely on academic performance, this foundation emphasizes artistic practice itself and helps early-career practitioners sustain creative momentum while they invest in their craft.

The foundation considers applications from artists around the world and has a long history of supporting students and emerging professionals whose work reflects figurative or representational traditions — from classical realism to contemporary interpretations rooted in observational skill and expressive drawing. Prospective grantees may be enrolled in formal degree programs or pursuing independent studio practice, provided their body of work aligns with the foundation’s artistic focus. Funds awarded through the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation are intended to support practical art-related expenses that enable recipients to devote more time and resources to their creative work.

Grants are usually disbursed directly to artists to cover essential costs such as supplies, studio rent, model fees, travel related to artistic study, living expenses during concentrated periods of work, and other expenditures directly tied to expanding a studio practice. The foundation does *not* fund equipment or tools that are intended for prolonged use beyond the scope of the approved project, such as cameras, laptops, or printing presses.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Open to artists worldwide who are in the early or developmental stages of a career in visual art.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
• Work must be in a representational style of painting, drawing, sculpture, or printmaking; abstract or non-objective art is not eligible.
• Artists may be enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate programs, or pursuing independent studio training and professional development in their discipline.
• Applicants should demonstrate a clear intention to pursue a lifetime career in art, as reflected in their portfolio and artistic statement.

Application Requirements:

• Completed online application submitted through the foundation’s official portal.
• Submission of an artist portfolio showcasing representational work (quality and consistency are key).
• Artist statement explaining the applicant’s goals, influences, and studio intentions.
• Identification and contact information, including professional or academic references when requested.
• Documentation of artistic activities and educational history, especially if the applicant is enrolled or has studied visual arts.

Deadline: November 28 (fall cycle) and August 29 (summer cycle) — check the official site for exact dates

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