2026 BRAVA Awards – $15K Prize for Native Artist

Applications now open for 2026 BRAVA Awards!

$15K for Native American / First Nations Artist

“BIMA Recognizes Achievement in the Visual Arts” (BRAVA) Awards honor exceptional contemporary artists, craftspeople, or makers whose work demonstrates artistic excellence, technical mastery, and meaningful contributions to the arts community. This year, the awards will be presented in four categories – Native, Emerging Artist, Artists’ Books, and Ceramics – recognizing individual achievement and the broader impact these artists have had on the arts landscape.

The BRAVA Award for Native American & First Nations Artist supports the work of contemporary visual artists and craftspeople who self-identify as Native American and/or First Nations. The award is open to Salish-area artists working in a variety of disciplines, including but not limited to painting, sculpture, weaving, textile, carving, printmaking, photography, video, performance art, beading, installation, pottery, and mixed media or collaborative projects. Artists may work in both contemporary and traditional styles and content.

Click here for more details and info on how to apply.

Deadline: Applications are open now through May 18, 2026