In the spirit of George Mclean, the SMG is offering this grant for specific projects.
George Mclean (1932-2005) was born April 24th, 1932 in Gilroy, California. He was a designer, with a long successful career in the contemporary jewelry field. Recognition of his work came from the Society of North American Goldsmiths, the Museum of California, Oakland, the Renwick Gallery, Washington DC and numerous juried exhibitions of metalsmithing.
In addition to the creation of his personal work, he was an educator, a designer for several companies, an illustrator and contributor to professional publications.
In 1965 he started Mclean and Co in Sausalito, California and became an influential part of the Bay Area's contemporary jewelry scene by educating the public and training jewelers, a number of whom have gone on to establish their own businesses. He taught at numerous schools including Haystack School of Crafts, the University of Washington in Seattle, De Young Museum Art School, CCAC in Oakland and Pratt Fine Art Center in Seattle. He also traveled giving workshops throughout the United States, Canada, Taiwan and England. He was also an early member of SNAG.
George was a kind, strong and gentle man who inspired many students and friends. His patience, generosity and quiet humor are missed and remembered.
Description: One grant of a maximum of $500 will be awarded. This grant is designed to pay for some of the costs of a specific project that the applicant is working on.
In exchange for this grant, the recipient is required to make a presentation to the general membership on their project or their creative process. This presentation can be a live lecture, an article in the newsletter, a demonstration, a workshop or a video. The presentation is intended to create a dialogue between members and to share experiences. The guild will archive this presentation and retains the right to use the presentation material at any future date. Recipients will make arrangements for the presentation with the selection committee after being notified of their award.
Eligibility: This scholarship is awarded based on merit to people dedicated to working in the field of metalsmithing. Eligible applicants can only apply once/year. Priority goes towards projects that benefit the field or community at large and/or raise the awareness of metal arts. Applicants must reside in the Pacific Northwest, which is comprised of Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington.
Application: Application packets will not be returned. All applications must include the following:
- 1) A letter of intent (maximum 2 pages) including the following:
- An artist statement (if applicable)
- A detailed description of the project with a timeline
- A budget (with an awareness of market volatility)
- 2) A current resume
- 3) Digital examples of work
- 4) A completed application form (download here)
Deadline for Applications: Applications are due May 15. (Note: This is NOT a "postmarked by" deadline).
The scholarship recipient will be announced July 15.
Applications should be addressed:
Attn: Seattle Metals Guild Scholarship Committee
P O Box 70407
Seattle, WA 98127
