Open to anyone 35 years or younger in North America, the Richard Kelly Grant seeks “…to recognize and encourage creative thought and activity in the use of light. Cash award(s) will be granted to the person(s) who preserve and carry forth Richard Kelly’s ideals, enthusiasm and reverence for light…”

For those of your just starting out with an interesting art or research idea – apply!  Here is the link.

Close to 20 years ago I won the Richard Kelly Grant, back in the early days when it was a small scholarship program.  I’m very grateful to the IES members who ran the program, and the early recognition it gave me in the beginning stages of my career.  THANKS!