A Gift of Space and Encouragement to Create
The Devlin Starr Memorial Art Award, “reflects Devlin’s advocacy of giving people ‘space’ both figuratively and literally to create. He believed that with access to space, materials and people who believed in him, he had the freedom and encouragement to pursue his artistic vision and was able to create his best work.”
Emerging Multimedia Artists aged 18-28 are invited to apply for this $3000 award intended to provide an opportunity to “push artistic limits and expand their body of work.”
Applications Due By: May 8th
For Guidelines and to Submit: Visit the Huntington Arts Council Website.
A small event will be held June 25th, highlighting the award recipient and showing a selection of their work. A short feature will also be included in the spring issue of the Huntington Arts Council’s beautiful and informative Arts Cultural Magazine
About Devlin Starr
A beloved son of a beloved member of the Long Island Arts Community, the Huntington Arts Council website will tell you that “Devlin was a multimedia artist, attending the University Of Hartford School Of Art pursuing his BFA in sculpture/minor in chemistry, and member of the HAC family. His art, thought-provoking at times, was a reflection of himself, his desire to understand human nature, and express his feelings. Devlin was most comfortable in nature; exploring the woods, walking the beaches, and hiking. Painter, sculptor, photographer, videographer and musician, Devlin created with anything he could get his hands on. Supporting his peers and encouraging young artists to create, Devlin’s compassion for others defined him.”
Devlin's Light Endures Because of Our Community
That website also reminds us that, “the Devlin Starr Memorial Art Award is funded by the heartfelt, and overwhelming generosity of so many friends, family, colleagues, coworkers, and people who never even met him. Devlin’s artwork was a reflection of who he was, and how he saw the world. This award is a beautiful tribute to his creativity, artistry and kind and gentle soul; always one to put others first. We are so grateful and appreciative for the ongoing outreach and support of our family.”
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