Graduate Scholarship Application

Overview

ASA Graduate Scholarship 2023

Deadline for Submissions is February 6, 2023.

Source:	The Alberta Society of Artists
Eligibility:	Enrolled as a full-time in a Fine Arts Graduate program at a post-secondary institution within Alberta. Must be an Alberta resident. This Scholarship is for students focusing on a Studio Practice only.
Criteria:	Awarding the scholarship will be based on a combination of artistic merit, innovation and creativity, and academic achievement. There are no restrictions as to how the scholarships may be spent.
Value:	$1000.00 CAD
Quantity:	One individual scholarships.
Selection:	Blind Jury selected by the Provincial Council of The Alberta Society of Artists.
Deadline:	February 6, 2023 at 11:59am MST
Notification:	Recipients will be notified on February 15, 2023. This is subject to change due to volume of submissions

Submission Requirements for Graduate Students Focusing on Studio Practice only

One artist resume or CV
Application form (available online or via mail)
Up-to-date Unofficial Transcript from post-secondary institution. If recently transfer to a new institution, then provide a transcript from the previous institution as well.
Ten (10) artwork images in .jpg format
Artist statement pertaining to the body of work submitted.
Letter of support from Graduate Supervisor via email by the professor using his institution email address (not his personal email) if submitting via online application.Please email at scholarship@albertasocietyofartists.com, or they can be mailed to the ASA office (must be in school letterhead and in a sealed envelope). The mail must be received no later than, February 6, 2023.

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Personal Information
All information provided will only be reviewed by those involved in the selection process for the Undergraduate Student Scholarship. Should your work be awarded a scholarship or be selected as part of the "EAU:2023" exhibition, preferred name, educational institution, program, major/minor, Artist Statement, artwork and artwork information will be included in the public exhibition, and online.
Legal Name of Applicant*

Please provide the name used on your educational institution's official documentation.
Preffered Name of Applicant

Please provide the name you wish to be called if it is different from your legal name. Feel free to leave blank if your preferred name is the same as your legal name.
Social Insurance Number (SIN)
You are not required to include your SIN at this time. If selected for a scholarship by the Jury, SIN will be required to receive the funds. This is only used for tax purposes. If you do not have a SIN number - please leave blank.
Date of Birth*

Day
Month
Year

This information is only used to verify participant information and in the case of those selected to receive a scholarship for tax purposes.
Pronouns*
- She/Her
- He/Him
- They/Them
- My pronouns are not listed
Select all that are relevant.
My Pronouns were not previously listed.

Please provide your pronouns.
Mailing Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Phone*
Please include the area code. ex. (403) 265 0012
Phone contact options*
- Call and/or Text
- Call ONLY
- Text ONLY
We will strive to use your preferred contact method, but this cannot be guaranteed.
Email*

Please use your educational institution's student email.

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Post-Secondary Institution
This information is specific to your Post-Secondary Institution (University, College, etc). You must be attending an Institution in the Province of Alberta.
Name of Post-Secondary Institution*

The legal name of the accredited educational institution you are currently attending must be located in the Province of Alberta.
Post-Secondary Institution Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

This is the official mailing address of the Institution.
Post-Secondary Institution Phone*
Educational Institution's contact information used to verify enrollment of applicant. This may be the "Office of the Registrar". Please include the area code. ex. (403) 265 0012
Student ID Number*

This will be used to confirm enrollment and match with transcripts.
Program and Area of Studies*

What degree are you working to complete? Please include all Major and Minor/Concentrations. Ex. Bachelours of Fine Arts - Media Arts

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Application Specific Artist Information
This section will ask you to upload your CV/Resume, and a copy of your unofficial transcript, as PDF documents; and a 200-word Artist Statement in a plain-text field.
Up-to-date, one page artist resume or CV (PDF file)*
Max. file size: 64 MB.
Please upload a PDF version of the document. Please ensure the file is not protected/uneditable. This is so any identifying information can be redacted before going to the Jury.
Up-to-date unofficial transcript from post-secondary institution*
Max. file size: 64 MB.
An unofficial transcript is acceptable. Please ensure it includes the name of the institution, your name, student ID, and proof that you are currently a student. Please upload a PDF version of the document. Please ensure the file is not protected/uneditable. This is so any identifying information can be redacted before going to the Jury.
Artist Statement*
Include a 200-word essay to accompany the submitted images that incorporate a personal statement in relation to the submitted body of work and your artistic practice. Please DO NOT include your name in the statement.

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Image Upload and Image Information
The following section will require you to upload ten (10) images and input information regarding what is expected in each image.
Image 1 - Information

Please include; the title of work, year of completion, media, and dimensions. EX. "Into the Blue". 2022. Oil Painting on Canvas. 24 in x 32 in x 2 in
Image 1 - please title the image as "GS2023_TITLE OF WORK" where "title of work" is the title of the work depicted.*
Accepted file types: jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload an image of the entire artwork, without background, frame, wall, floor, etc. (unless the work is an installation or three-dimensional).
Image 2 - Information

Please include; the title of work, year of completion, media, and dimensions. EX. "Into the Blue". 2022. Oil Painting on Canvas. 24 in x 32 in x 2 in
Image 2 - please title the image as "GS2023_TITLE OF WORK" where "title of work" is the title of the work depicted.*
Accepted file types: jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload an image of the entire artwork, without background, frame, wall, floor, etc. (unless the work is an installation or three-dimensional).
Image 3 - Information

Please include; the title of work, year of completion, media, and dimensions. EX. "Into the Blue". 2022. Oil Painting on Canvas. 24 in x 32 in x 2 in
Image 3 - please title the image as "GS2023_TITLE OF WORK" where "title of work" is the title of the work depicted.*
Accepted file types: jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload an image of the entire artwork, without background, frame, wall, floor, etc. (unless the work is an installation or three-dimensional).
Image 4 - Information

Please include; the title of work, year of completion, media, and dimensions. EX. "Into the Blue". 2022. Oil Painting on Canvas. 24 in x 32 in x 2 in
Image 4 - please title the image as "GS2023_TITLE OF WORK" where "title of work" is the title of the work depicted.*
Accepted file types: jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload an image of the entire artwork, without background, frame, wall, floor, etc. (unless the work is an installation or three-dimensional).
Image 5 - Information

Please include; the title of work, year of completion, media, and dimensions. EX. "Into the Blue". 2022. Oil Painting on Canvas. 24 in x 32 in x 2 in
Image 5 - please title the image as "GS2023_TITLE OF WORK" where "title of work" is the title of the work depicted.*
Accepted file types: jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload an image of the entire artwork, without background, frame, wall, floor, etc. (unless the work is an installation or three-dimensional).
Image 6 - Information

Please include; the title of work, year of completion, media, and dimensions. EX. "Into the Blue". 2022. Oil Painting on Canvas. 24 in x 32 in x 2 in
Image 6 - please title the image as "GS2023_TITLE OF WORK" where "title of work" is the title of the work depicted.*
Accepted file types: jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload an image of the entire artwork, without background, frame, wall, floor, etc. (unless the work is an installation or three-dimensional).
Image 7 - Information

Please include; the title of work, year of completion, media, and dimensions. EX. "Into the Blue". 2022. Oil Painting on Canvas. 24 in x 32 in x 2 in
Image 7 - please title the image as "GS2023_TITLE OF WORK" where "title of work" is the title of the work depicted.*
Accepted file types: jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload an image of the entire artwork, without background, frame, wall, floor, etc. (unless the work is an installation or three-dimensional).
Image 8 - Information

Please include; the title of work, year of completion, media, and dimensions. EX. "Into the Blue". 2022. Oil Painting on Canvas. 24 in x 32 in x 2 in
Image 8 - please title the image as "GS2023_TITLE OF WORK" where "title of work" is the title of the work depicted.*
Accepted file types: jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload an image of the entire artwork, without background, frame, wall, floor, etc. (unless the work is an installation or three-dimensional).
Image 9 - Information

Please include; the title of work, year of completion, media, and dimensions. EX. "Into the Blue". 2022. Oil Painting on Canvas. 24 in x 32 in x 2 in
Image 9 - please title the image as "GS2023_TITLE OF WORK" where "title of work" is the title of the work depicted.*
Accepted file types: jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload an image of the entire artwork, without background, frame, wall, floor, etc. (unless the work is an installation or three-dimensional).
Image 10 - Information

Please include; the title of work, year of completion, media, and dimensions. EX. "Into the Blue". 2022. Oil Painting on Canvas. 24 in x 32 in x 2 in
Image 10 - please title the image as "GS2023_TITLE OF WORK" where "title of work" is the title of the work depicted.*
Accepted file types: jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 64 MB.
Upload an image of the entire artwork, without background, frame, wall, floor, etc. (unless the work is an installation or three-dimensional).

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Graduate Supervisor Information & Info regarding Letter of Support
A letter of support from your Graduate Supervisor, matching the information below, must be sent to scholarship@albertasocietyofartists.com, prior to the final submission date.
Name of Supervisor*

Name of Graduate Studies Supervisor.
Graduate Supervisor Phone*

please provide the direct number to your Supervisor's institutional phone number (including any extensions ex. (403)265-0012 ext. 001). OR the phone number of their deprtment
Graduate Supervisor Email*

Please use the email that is their official education institution email. They will need to use this email to send their letter of recommendation.
Program and Area of Expertise*

Please provide the department, program, area of expertise, etc. of your Supervisor.
We require a letter of support from your Graduate Supervisor to accompany your submission.*
- I will or have reached out to my Graduate Supervisor regarding their letter of support
- I recognize it is my responsibility to follow up with my Graduate Supervisor to confirm they will send in their letter prior to the end of the submission period.
- I will reach out the the ASA prior to the close of the submission if there are any questions or concerns.
Please have your supervisor send their letter of support directly to scholarship@albertasocietyofartists.com from their institutional email. Ideally, the letter should be formated as a protected PDF.

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Final Checks
Submission Agreement*
- I am aware that I am submitting for the Scholarship only.
- I have not been the recipient of an ASA scholarship previously.
The successful recipient of the Graduate Scholarship student is not required to exhibit but may be asked to if it is appropriate for the exhibition space.
Consent*
I understand and agree to the conditions and statements contained in the Scholarship & Exhibition guidelines. By submitting my application, I agree to give The Alberta Society of Artists permission to use my image(s) for publicity purposes related to the Scholarship & Exhibition.

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Graduate Scholarship Application

Overview

Submission Requirements for Graduate Students Focusing on Studio Practice only

Please note that the form below allows you to save and continue at a later date BUT ONLY SAVES COMPLETED PAGES.

Step 1 of 6

Personal Information

Post-Secondary Institution

Application Specific Artist Information

Image Upload and Image Information

Graduate Supervisor Information & Info regarding Letter of Support

Final Checks