Designed in honor of Liu Shiming's legacy as both an artist and educator, the Liu Shiming Distinguished Educator Award recognizes outstanding studio artist-educators who demonstrate a deep commitment to teaching, mentorship, and inspiring the next generation of visual artists.
The award honors excellence in studio arts education and celebrates educators who have made a sustained impact through both their teaching and artistic practice. It reflects Liu Shiming's lifelong dedication to the integration of artistic creation, mentorship, and humanistic values.
Award recipients are expected to participate in the public announcement of the award and in at least one Foundation public program—virtual or in person—during the year following their selection. Recipients may also be invited to serve as advisors, speakers, or jurors for future Foundation initiatives.
WHO
Adjunct faculty members who are actively teaching studio arts at the time of application and have a minimum of five years of experience teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level at accredited colleges, universities, or art institutions worldwide are eligible to apply.
WHAT
Each award recipient will receive a $10,000 cash prize. Two awards are offered annually:
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One award dedicated to an adjunct faculty member specializing in sculpture, honoring Liu Shiming’s artistic legacy.
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One award open to adjunct faculty working in any visual arts discipline, including painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, interdisciplinary practice, and related fields.
WHEN
Applications will be accepted from June 16, 2026 through August 15, 2026
