BC Achievement Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design Recipients 2025
The BC Achievement Foundation has announced the recipients of the 21st 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 in our lives.
The Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design program showcases inspiring examples of functional art that enhance everyday life while contributing to the province’s creative economy. Awardees represent exceptional achievements across a variety of disciplines, including furniture, textiles, jewellery, ceramics, glass, fashion, and industrial design.
Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design Recipients
- Bettina Mueller Reichl – Vancouver
- Mario Pao – Vancouver
Judson Beaumont Emerging Artist:
- Tyler James Goin – Vancouver
Award of Distinction:
- Russell Hackney – Bowen Island
Ceremony and Exhibition
Recipients will be celebrated at a ticketed award presentation and exhibition reception on November 25, 2025, at the Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre in Vancouver. The evening will feature two short films highlighting each recipient’s creative accomplishments.
The combined First Nations Art and Applied Art + Design Exhibition will run from Tuesday, November 18 to Wednesday, November 25 at the same venue. This free, public exhibition will highlight the work of all 2025 recipients across both programs. Online recognition will continue via the #ShineTheLightBC campaign, featuring the artists’ stories and impact.
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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.
In addition to the Polygon Award in First Nations Art, the organization presents several established programs, including the Indigenous Business Award, the Applied Art + Design Award, the Community Award and in partnership with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, the BC Reconciliation Award. By recognizing the accomplishments of our province’s entrepreneurs, artists, community leaders, youth and volunteers, BC Achievement’s award programs pay tribute to exceptional people, doing exceptional work, while carving a path forward for others to follow.
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