The artists of the Ptarmigan Arts Gallery established the Ptarmigan Arts Visual Arts Scholarship to encourage and assist local high school students to further their education in the visual arts. One $3,000 scholarship will be awarded in the spring of 2025.
If you are a high school student in the 11th or 12th grade, or a post-high school student age 21 or under, looking to further your education in the visual arts (for example: painting, sculpture, pottery and ceramics, mixed media, fiber arts, graphic design, drawing, or photography) this would be a good scholarship for you to pursue. Scholarship funding can be used for summer classes, workshops, apprenticeships, art supplies, and college tuition.
Applications are open to students from the following high schools: Connections through KPBSD (residence must be on the Southern Kenai Peninsula), Homer High School, Homer Flex, Kachemak Selo, Nanwalek, Ninilchik, Nikolaevsk, Port Graham, Razdolna, Susan B. English, or Voznesenka.
The scholarship, like many available throughout the Homer area, is supported by a fund administered by the Homer Foundation.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Ptarmigan Arts Visual Arts Scholarship
Q: Where should I go to find out more about applying for the scholarship?
A: Start here, on the Homer Foundation’s Scholarships page. You’ll find detailed information that will help you figure out which scholarships would be a good match for you and a link to the consolidated application. Scroll down to the Ptarmigan Arts Scholarship Fund to find requirements specific to the Ptarmigan Arts scholarship.
Q: I’m a high school junior this year. Can I apply for the scholarship?
A: Yes. The scholarship is open to students in the 11th and 12th grades.
Q: I graduated from high school last year and am taking time off before I start college. Can I apply for the scholarship?
A: Yes. The scholarship is open to students age 21 or under who reside in the Homer Foundation service area.
Q: What’s the application deadline?
A: March 18, 2025 at 11:59 PM (Midnight).
Q: The instructions say that three finalists will be asked to present their work at a Ptarmigan Arts gallery meeting in April. What does that involve?
A: The date of that meeting is April 16, 2025 (Wednesday evening). Gallery meetings take place by Zoom. Our artist members will enjoy meeting you and talking with you about the inspiration for your artwork and your plans for the future. We’re a friendly bunch, and we really want you to succeed in your education and artistic endeavors. We’ll ask you to present samples of your artwork and to tell us about your creative process.
Q: Who provides the financial support for the Ptarmigan Arts Visual Arts Scholarship?
A: The artist-owners of Ptarmigan Arts gallery and many members of the community support the scholarship through the donation of artwork and other items that can be purchased outright. For the past two years, Grace Ridge Brewery in Homer has provided the venue for a live art event known as “Ready … Set … Art!” The proceeds of scholarship artwork sales are deposited into our fund with the Homer Foundation.
Q: So this is really a community-wide effort to support aspiring young artists?
A: Indeed.
Q: I have a few more questions. Whom should I contact?
A: Questions can be directed to Gary Lyon at 907-299-2000 or sealion@xyz.net.
