AN AWARD FOR ARTISTS WHO SEEK
TO TRANSFORM & TRANSCEND

al·che·mist  | ˇal-kə-mist
noun | An expert at transmutation; a practitioner
capable of mystical transformation at the highest
levels of order. A problem-solver; a life-changer;
an unlimited creator.

The secrets of alchemy exist to transform mortals from
a state of suffering and ignorance to a state of bliss.

–Deepak Chopra

The Seraphina Alchemist Award has been thoughtfully granted by Seraphina Khepera’s family to honor her in memoriam. Seraphina’s mother, Lucy Leonowens is generously offering an annual award in the amount of $3,333.
 

Seraphina loved Gabriola and was herself beginning the journey of realizing her artistic potential. The purpose of this award is to assist in the realization of an artistic transformation, and to propel an artist towards their goals.
 

Are you an artist who is creating positive change? A creator developing a completely new style? An up and coming artist embracing art in a serious way? Are you or have you overcome challenges to embrace your purpose as a change maker and creator? We are seeking candidates who in some way embody the concept of Alchemy. That is to take something that is either challenging, or of little value, and transform it into something greater.

We are seeking deserving candidates to submit an application to receive this award. A ceremony will be held at the Gabriola Arts and Heritage Hall, January 24th, 2024.
 Application deadline is December 31th, 2024

This award is open to any visual artist over the age of 18. Preference will be given to Gabriola Artists. A short list of applicants will be asked to submit a piece of work to be displayed at the ceremony. The person who receives the award this year, will be asked to speak about their journey, and about how the award helped them at the following year’s ceremony.