The IEA Grants Committee seeks proposals from members who have an established track record as wax-media artists. 

We will fund four $750 proposals for new projects that, if funded, would likely support the artist’s continued professional growth. In other words, we could all use some funding for materials; however, successful Project Grant applicants provide strong evidence in each of the following Grant Review Criteria areas:

Proposed Use of Funds

The applicant clearly:

• defines the project and how the proposed work extends or enhances the artist’s current work and includes a Plan of Action that seems reasonable for successfully carrying out the project

• articulates why funding is needed, and the use and amount of funding seem reasonable for accomplishing the project

• articulates the desired outcome for the project and the outcome seems likely to be accomplished as outlined in the proposal.

Quality of Artwork 

The artwork samples included with the proposal are unique and compelling works in wax that demonstrate technical proficiency with wax media and effective use of artistic elements such as composition, form, color, texture, concept.

Career Path

The applicant is clearly an established artist with a record of exhibitions or teaching or, if early in career, shows a strong trajectory. Professional history documented in the proposal suggests that the applicant will be able to bring the project to fruition.