Cariboo North MLA Coralee Oakes congratulated the Island Mountain Arts Society for receiving $7,750 in B.C. Arts Council grants to assist in funding the Toni Onley Artists’ Project for Professional and Emerging Artists.
“Wells is thriving centre for artists in B.C. thanks in part to the great work of the Island Mountain Arts Society,” Oakes said. “This funding will help organizers of the program offer emerging artists a great experience to learn from some of the best artists in the world and take in the breath-taking scenery of the surrounding region.”
In honour of B.C. artist Toni Onley, this program provides 20 emerging artists nine days of intensive studio experience and mentorship from world renowned artists from Canada and the United States at the Island Mountain Arts Society in Wells. Project participants will showcase their work to the public at the Island Mountain Arts Gallery at the conclusion of the program.
“The Artists’ Project has made a big impact on the careers of the participating artists, connecting them to a wider network in the professional visual arts arena and often spurring on new bodies of work,” said Julie Fowler, Executive Director of Island Mountain Arts Society. “The support of the BC Arts Council has been integral to the success and growth of this Island Mountain Arts program.”
As a result of the April and May adjudications, the B.C. Arts Council announced almost $6.25 million in funding to 166 arts and culture organizations or individuals throughout the province.
The funding comes from a record-high $24 million the B.C. Arts Council received from the provincial government to support artists, arts activities and culture in the 2013-14 fiscal year.
As B.C.’s lead agency for arts funding and development, the B.C. Arts Council enlists the expertise of British Columbia’s artists to evaluate grant applications through a peer review process independent of government.
Established in 1995, the B.C. Arts Council consults with the arts and culture community to develop policies, programs and strategic priorities for the sector. Last year, the Council approved more than 1,000 grants in over 200 communities in every region of the province.
For a list of recipients of the most recently approved BC Arts Council grants, or more information about the BC Arts Council please visit: http://www.bcartscouncil.ca/
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