Artist Of The Year

This award is intended to honor an outstanding artist (in any artistic field such as music, art, literature, etc) that has made a significant contribution to our community. Every person in Hartland and its surrounding area is eligible for this award without regard to race, creed, or gender, except the officers and directors of the Heartland Foundation and Hartland Consolidated Schools Foundation.  Consideration will not be limited to achievements of contributions during the year immediately proceeding the year of the award, but shall be cumulative over a period of years in the community.

All submissions must be received by February 15th.  In 100 words, please summarize the unique, distinguishing characteristics that make you or the nominee a potential Hartland Area Project Prize winner.  Provide supporting evidence.  You will also be asked to supply supporting documents as well as any relevant supporting information (press coverage, letters of recommendation, customer testimonials etc). Nomination packet may include letters of recommendation and other supporting materials including biographical information on the nominee. The overall quality of the nomination packet which you prepare is an important factor in the selection process and will be considered by the Steering Committee.

The qualifications we are looking for are:

  • What kind of artistic creations?
  • What was the impact of the artistic creation?
  • How did the artistic creation(s) advance the specific type of art
  • What impact has the artist had on the community?

2015 – Artist Of The Year