BC Achievement Foundation celebrates the recipients of the 20th annual Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design

Press Release

Vancouver, BC (October 17, 2024): The BC Achievement Foundation announces the recipients of the 20th annual Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design. The award program honors British Columbians who excel in creating functional art and design, advancing the dialogue on its importance and impact.

“We are pleased to recognize the extraordinary talents of the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design program,” said Walter Pela, Chair of the BC Achievement Foundation. “Your dedication and creativity in applied art and design enriches our daily lives and elevates the cultural and economic fabric of our province. By celebrating your achievements, we highlight the essential role that art and design play in shaping our world. Your work inspires others to pursue their artistic passions, and we are delighted to serve as a platform to advance your commitment to excellence.”

The Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design program shines a spotlight on inspiring examples of functional art that enhance everyday life while strengthening the province’s creative economy. Artists and designers are recognized for their exceptional creations in various fields, including furniture, textiles, jewellery, ceramics, weaving, glass, fashion, and industrial design.

The awardees were selected by an independent jury, including Dr. Trish Kelly, President of Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Anicka Quin, Editorial Director of Western Living magazine, Henry Norris of New Format Studio, 2018 recipient, with Ron Kong, craft advocate and Toby Barratt, Propellor Design, 2010 recipient, serving as advisors.

2024 Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design program recipients:

Meghan Weeks – Jewellery, Vancouver, Judson Beaumont Emerging Artist

Pam Baker – Fashion, West Vancouver

Robin DuPont – Ceramics, Winlaw

Brent Comber – Furniture, North Vancouver, Award of Distinction

The 2024 awardees exemplify BC Achievement’s mission to celebrate excellence, share success, and inspire change. The foundation is honoured to share the stories of the 2024 awardees, aligning with its mission to celebrate excellence, share success, and inspire change. They will be celebrated at a presentation and exhibition reception on November 21.

The event is open to the public and tickets are available for purchase online priced at $50 per person. The recipients will be featured in two short films highlighting their creative accomplishments and will be showcased through an online campaign, #shinethelightbc.

BC Achievement is honoured to present a combined exhibition featuring the 2024 recipients of both the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design and the Polygon Award in First Nations Art. This free exhibition will be held at the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre in Vancouver from November 18-24.

Interviews with BC Achievement Foundation representatives and award recipients are available upon request. A media kit, including awardee bios and high-resolution images, can be found here.

For more information about the BC Achievement Foundation or the Sam Carter Award in Applied Art + Design program, please visit www.bcachievement.com.

The BC Achievement Foundation extends its gratitude to community partners BC Ferries, Denbigh Fine Art Services, and The Roundhouse, whose support is instrumental in elevating excellence through the Sam Carter Award in Applied in Applied Art + Design program.

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About BC Achievement

BC Achievement is an independent foundation established in 2003 that celebrates the spirit of excellence in our province and serves to honour the best of British Columbia. In addition to the Polygon Award in First Nations Art, the organization presents several established programs, including the Indigenous Business Award, the Applied Art + Design Award, the Community Award and in partnership with the Office of the Lieutenant Governor, the BC Reconciliation Award. By recognizing the accomplishments of our province’s entrepreneurs, artists, community leaders, youth and volunteers, BC Achievement’s award programs pay tribute to exceptional people, doing exceptional work, while carving a path forward for others to follow. www.bcachievement.com.

Media Contacts

Gemma Bishop
Gather Public Relations
T: 604-375-6953
E: gemma@gatherpublicrelations.com

Rup Grewal, Communications Director
BC Achievement Foundation
T: 604-261-9777 (Ext 102)
E: rup@bcachievement.com

2024 Award Recipient Backgrounders

Meghan Weeks
Judson Beaumont Emerging Artist
Vancouver

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