Sam Carter Award in Applied Art and Design Recipients 2024
byThe BC Achievement Foundation has announced the recipients of the 20th annual Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design. The award program honours British Columbians who excel in creating functional art and design, advancing the dialogue on its importance and impact.
Sam Carter Award in Applied Art and Design Recipients
The Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design program shines a spotlight on inspiring examples of functional art that enhance everyday life while strengthening the province’s creative economy. Artists and designers are recognized for their exceptional creations in various fields, including furniture, textiles, jewelry, ceramics, weaving, glass, fashion, and industrial design.
2024 Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design program recipients:
- Meghan Weeks – Jewellery, Vancouver, Judson Beaumont Emerging Artist
- Pam Baker – Fashion, West Vancouver
- Robin DuPont – Ceramics, Winlaw
- Brent Comber – Furniture, North Vancouver, Award of Distinction
The awardees were selected by an independent jury, including Dr. Trish Kelly, President of Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Anicka Quin, Editorial Director of Western Living magazine, Henry Norris of New Format Studio, 2018 recipient, with Ron Kong, craft advocate, and Toby Barratt, Propellor Design, 2010 recipient, serving as advisors.
Celebration and Exhibition at the Roundhouse
The awardees will be celebrated at a presentation and exhibition reception on November 21st. The event is open to the public and tickets are available for purchase online. The 2024 recipients will be featured in two short films highlighting their creative accomplishments and will be showcased through an online campaign, #ShineTheLightBC.
- Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
- Location: Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre
- Tickets: Available online now ($50)
BC Achievement also presents a combined exhibition featuring the 2024 recipients of both the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design and the Polygon Award in First Nations Art. This free exhibition will be held at the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre in Vancouver from November 18-24.
About BC Achievement Foundation
BC Achievement is an independent foundation established in 2003 that celebrates the spirit of excellence in our province and serves to honour the best of British Columbia. By recognizing the accomplishments of our province’s entrepreneurs, artists, community leaders, youth and volunteers, its award programs pay tribute to exceptional people, doing exceptional work, while carving a path forward for others to follow.
Miss604 is a proud sponsor of BC Achievement Foundation programs in 2024
Related:
2024 Polygon Award in First Nations Art Recipients Announced
Indigenous Business Awards 2024 – BC Achievement Foundation
