Glaziers’ Awards and Prizes 2008

Deadline for receipt of entries is 7 April 2008

 

Further information about the Glaziers’ Awards and Prizes 2008, including detailed information about how to enter can be found on http://www.worshipfulglaziers.com/award_for_excellence

 

This year the Worshipful company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass will be offering:

• One Award for Excellence provides for a recent graduate a 40-week training placement in a selection of leading studios.  This is an enhanced work experience programme with individual tuition tailored to the needs and interests of the award winner.  It is suitable for those with an interest in contemporary and traditional techniques and in conservation. Some financial support is included.
• Two Ashton Hill Award.  This award provides a ten-week placement, with financial support, in an approved Conservation Studio.  It is open to a recent graduate or promising trainee interested in broadening his or her experience in stained glass conservation or glass painting, with a view to making a career in this field.
• The Arthur and Helen Davis Travelling Scholarship is offered in alternate years and provides the winner the opportunity to develop the study and knowledge of glass through travel.  Previous winners have visited the USA, France and the Czech Republic.

Further information on the Worshipful company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass www.worshipfulglaziers.com