After receiving 86 applications, the city has announced its 18 finalists for the 2018 Richmond Arts Awards.
At a ceremony hosted by Mayor Malcolm Brodie on May 15, winners from six categories will be announced. The finalists have been chosen for how they reflect Richmond’s vibrant cultural scene. Rising stars and emerging talent are also recognized through the awards.
The awards were established to recognize the achievements and contributions to the arts made by Richmond residents, artists, educators, organizers and business leaders.
The finalists from each category are:
Artistic innovation
- Fuwei Gao
- Joel Baziuk
- Kerri-Jo Stewart
Arts education
- Judy Ann McCarthy
- Patricia Rolston
- Ted Hesketh
Business and the arts
- Aberdeen Centre
- Ampri Real Estate Development Group
- TD Bank Group
Cultural Leadership
- Cathy Bayley
- Marina Szijarto
- Yvonne Walls
Volunteerism
- Dale Bailey
- Jiliang Yao
- Ray Chin
Youth Arts
- Emily May
- Shawn Chang
- Tal Mader
For more information on the Arts Awards, visit the city's website.
