The Chrysalis Award was created by the James Renwick Alliance for Craft to promote and inspire US-based emerging craft artists. "Emerging" is defined as someone early in their professional artistic career, with no regard to age, who has not had a solo museum exhibition or exclusive representation by a commercial gallery. The ideal candidate demonstrates excellence in their work and a commitment to developing in unique and dynamic ways.

Our 2023 award will focus on emerging artists working in FIBER. Different mediums will be represented each year.

The awardee will receive a $5,000 unrestricted award, a one-year membership to JRACraft, the opportunity to give a formal presentation about their work at a JRACraft event, and a trip to Washington, DC to meet with other artists, collectors, and JRA members. The 2023 Chrysalis Award is generously made possible by JRACraft member Chris Rifkin.

The Nest Heritage Craft Prize is unique for its recognition of skill and technique, and celebration of cultural value. The Prize winner will demonstrate technical mastery, as well as a thoughtful connection to cultural tradition through a one-of-a-kind handcrafted piece.

Intended to provide the winner with financial resources to advance their craft pursuits and/or craft-based business, the winner will receive a grant of $25,000 and 4 semi-finalists will receive a cash prize of $2,500 each.