Delaware Division of the Arts presents “Between Light & Shadow” by Hannah Whiddon – Opens August 4
Delaware Division of the Arts | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, July 28, 2023
Drawing inspiration from the beauty inherent in everyday life and the human form, Whiddon’s paintings transcend specific places and times, evoking feelings and memories rather than representing them. Her pieces celebrate human sensuality, employing compelling subjects, a vibrant palette, and bold, painterly textures.
New Castle County Libraries Receives a National Endowment for the Arts Big Read Grant
Delaware Division of the Arts | Delaware Libraries | Department of Education | New Castle County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, June 28, 2023
New Castle County Libraries is one of 62 organizations nationwide selected to receive a 2023-2024 NEA Big Read grant. A grant of $20,000 will support a community reading program focusing on “The Best We Could Do: An Illustrated Memoir” by Thi Bui between September 2023 and March 2024. An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest, the NEA Big Read broadens our understanding of our world, our communities, and ourselves through the power of a shared reading experience.
Delaware Division of the Arts Launches Refreshed Delaware Artist Roster on DelawareScene.com
Delaware Division of the Arts | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 27, 2023
This refreshed portal presents a diverse selection of talented artists from Delaware who are now available to exhibit, perform, or present programs throughout Delaware and the wider mid-Atlantic region. The Delaware Artist Roster is set to revolutionize the way artists and groups connect, fostering collaborations that will enrich the cultural landscape of Delaware.
2024 Individual Artist Fellowship Application Now Open – Deadline August 1
Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, June 15, 2023
The Delaware Division of the Arts announces the opening of its annual application process for its 2024 Individual Artist Fellowship program. Administered in partnership with Mid Atlantic Arts (MAA), this program aims to recognize and support exceptional artists in Delaware working across various artistic disciplines, including the visual, performing, media, folk, and literary arts.
Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Award Winners Group Exhibit to Open July 13
Delaware Division of the Arts | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, June 13, 2023
The Delaware Division of the Arts is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated exhibition, Award Winners XXIII, showcasing the exceptional talents of 17 artists who have been named the 2023 Individual Artist Fellows. This extraordinary exhibition is curated and hosted by the Biggs Museum of American Art in Dover, Delaware.
