Two local artists, Michael Fleishman of Milford and Logan Farro of Farmington, were named as Individual Artist Fellows by the Delaware Division of the Arts. The two will receive a portion of $184,000 in grant funding as part of the recognition.
Fleishman was named an Established Fellow and will receive $8,000 while Farro was named an Emerging Fellow and will receive $5,000. Fellowship support is flexible, enabling artists to advance their work in ways that best fit their practice. Fellows are also required to offer at least one public exhibit or performance during the upcoming year, ensuring Delawareans have opportunities to experience the work their state is investing in.
“Delaware’s individual artists are the foundation of our cultural life, and these fellowships invest directly in their ability to make new work,” said Jessica Ball, Director of the Delaware Division of the Arts. “With 246 applications this year, we expanded the funding pool by 20% and are recognizing additional finalists with honoraria – so more exceptional Delaware artists can create, take risks, and share work with the public.”
Fleishman was recognized for Visual Arts for his “Works on Paper,” while Farrow was recognized for Visual Arts, Painting.
“Artist fellowship funding helps artists cover the real costs of creating – materials, equipment, studio time, rehearsal space, and the dedicated time it takes to develop strong work,” said Roxanne Stanulis, Program Officer, Artist Programs and Services. “That flexibility supports individual artists while also bringing measurable value back to communities through exhibitions, performances, and the vitality that artists generate across Delaware.”
One Master Fellowship was awarded to Dennis Beach who received $12,000. Beach is a Delaware-based sculptor and painter.
