The Dewar Arts Awards are proud to support the brightest and best of Scotland’s young artistic talent. We fund exceptional young artists in any discipline who do not have the financial means to achieve their full potential.

  • Thomas Cameron Painting

Are You Eligible?

Any artist who is under the age of 30 and living or working in Scotland can be nominated.

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Find out about our application process or fill in an application form.

Showcase

View multimedia examples of previous Awardees’ work, including films, music and images.
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