2024 Artist of the Year | Julia Cumes
February 14, 2024 (Cape Cod, MA) – Ever since she was a young girl growing up in apartheid-era South Africa, Julia Cumes has understood the power that photography can have in telling stories, revealing truth, and serving as a catalyst for change.
Read more>Video about Julia Cumes>Creative Exchange Podcast with Julia Cumes>2023 Artist of the Year | Mark Adams
February 14, 2023 (Cape Cod, MA) – The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC) has tapped Truro’s Mark Adams as its 2023 Artist of the Year. Launched last year, the award recognizes a Cape-based artist whose work shapes thought, inspires change, and creates a deeper sense of connection in the community. “Mark is the perfect choice for this recognition because he continuously demonstrates the impact art can have in connecting us to the world around us. And his work reminds us of our shared responsibility in protecting the natural environment, both for today and for future generations,” said AFCC Executive Director Julie Wake. “He embodies the ideals of the AFCC Artist of the Year, using his talent in a thoughtful manner to compel each of us to think deeper about who we are and ways we can preserve and protect this special place we call home.”
Read more>This film was originally produced by Provincetown Art Association and Museum to honor Mark Adams with the PAAM 2022 Award for Individual Artistic Excellence>Creative Exchange Podcast Interview>2022 Artist of the Year | Jo Hay
February 14, 2022 (Cape Cod, MA) – The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC) is excited to announce that painter Jo Hay of Provincetown has been selected as the nonprofit’s inaugural Artist of the Year. The award recognizes a Cape-based artist whose work shapes thought, inspires change, and creates a deeper sense of connection in the community. “Jo Hay’s work does all of that and more,” said AFCC Executive Director Julie Wake. “Through her art, she tackles difficult topics, stimulates dialogue, and allows us to better understand our world by highlighting changemakers in society. Her work really encapsulates watershed moments happening right now.”
Read more>Video about Jo Hay>The Unveiling>Purchase a signed print>Creative Exchange Podcast with Jo Hay>2025 Artist of the Year
Nominate a local artist for 2025! There is no application process, but there is an opportunity for the public to nominate an artist. While there is no firm deadline, the review of Artists begins in September with a decision announced in January. This timeline is subject to change. The AFCC works with an Advisory Committee made up of arts professionals that may include educators, gallerists, museum directors, and curators. Committee members are the connection to what is happening in the arts community. They have the ability to introduce candidates for group discussion, but the AFCC Board of Directors makes the final decision with a strong reliance and guidance of the Advisory Committee.
Send an email to info@artsfoundation.orgCreative Exchange Podcast Series
The Creative Exchange Podcast is a collaboration between the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod (AFCC) and the Cultural Center of Cape Cod in South Yarmouth. Hosted by AFCC Executive Director Julie Wake, the series is an ode to the artistic process and its unique manifestation on Cape Cod and beyond. Season Four includes some of our most engaging past guests who will cohost with Julie to introduce new conversations on the art of overcoming the disruptions of COVID, avenues for artists to exchange ideas, and ways to respond to challenges within our local and global communities.
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