The Ella King Torrey Young Artist Award, established by Ella Russell Torrey in memory of her daughter, honors Ella’s joy, passion, and dedication to artists by recognizing exceptional Fleisher students aged 14 to 19. Each year, one young artist receives a $1,000 award to support their artistic growth and open doors to new opportunities in the arts.

– An award of $1,000 paid to the artist to support continued development in the arts and increased exposure to opportunities in the arts
–  Recognition as Ella King Torrey Award recipient in Fleisher’s galleries with submitted artwork on view
– Access to open studio time at Fleisher Art Memorial, to be structured based upon needs of student and available for a year following receipt of award
– Opportunities to work with Fleisher staff on speaking and writing about exhibitions and their artwork

The Ella King Torrey Young Artist Award may be used for art supplies, books, transportation, tuition, class fees, museum memberships, youth conferences, exhibition-related costs, or related materials/activities that will enhance the applicant’s artistic development and/or ability to pursue education at an institution of higher learning. 

– Currently be between the ages of 14 and 19 
– Attend/have attended one or more arts education programs held at Fleisher Art Memorial, or a Fleisher Community Partnerships in the Arts site in the last two years 
– Submit a completed application form 
– Request a nomination from a member of Fleisher’s staff or teaching faculty; in the case of a Community Partnership, please provide name of instructor 

– Artistic ability and potential  
– Clear articulation of future artistic goals and use of funds in the application  
– Faculty/staff nomination  
– Demonstrated commitment to Fleisher