Windgate-Lamar Fellowship

The Windgate-Lamar Fellowship is a prestigious award program that has been supporting emerging craft artists since 2006. Each year, the Center for Craft identifies 10 graduating students with exemplary skill in craft and awards them $15,000 in unrestricted funds. The fellowship provides crucial support during the transition from student to working artist, allowing recipients to create unique plans for their personal and artistic growth. Fellows have historically used the funds to conduct material research, establish a studio, engage in further learning opportunities, and travel to locations significant to their research. In addition to the financial award, each Fellow receives support through cohort convenings and professional development opportunities with the Center for Craft. Since its inception in 2006, the program has invested $3,000,000 in 200 emerging craft artists, creating a network of support and building a foundation for future success in the craft field.