MSAC’s Independent Artist Awards (IAAs) recognize achievement by Maryland artists making work independent of an institution or organization. The awards are accompanied by grants of $2,000, $10,000, and $15,000 that encourage artistic growth and sustained practice.
2022 IAAs will recognize artists in the Literary Arts. Examples of literary works eligible in this category include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Fiction
- Non-fiction
- Poetry
- Plays
- Screenplays
- Children’s Literature
- Graphic Literature
Other literary works? Not sure if you qualify this year? Questions? Contact Program Directors Emily Sollenberger (emily.sollenberger@maryland.gov) or Laura Weiss (laura.weiss@maryland.gov) to discuss further!
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