Alex J. Ettl Grant
Alex J. Ettl Grant supports figurative or realist sculptors through an annual prize recognizing outstanding artistic ability and sustained commitment demonstrated in a mature body of work.
Funder: National Sculpture Society
Due Dates: October 19, 2026 (Submission deadline) | June 2027 (Award)
Funding Amounts: $7,500 annual prize
Summary: Recognizes a figurative or realist sculptor’s sustained commitment and outstanding ability through a mature body of work.
Key Information: Applicants cannot be elected members of the National Sculpture Society and must be U.S. citizens or residents with a Social Security number.
Description
The Alex J. Ettl Grant is an annual prize sponsored by the National Sculpture Society for a figurative or realist sculptor who has demonstrated a commitment to sculpting and outstanding ability. The award recognizes an established sculptural practice through a mature body of work, rather than a proposed research study or a specified new project.
Sculpture in any media may be submitted, but work created in workshop or instructional settings is excluded. A jury of three prominent sculptors selects the recipient based on artistic ability and sustained commitment reflected in the work. The next award will be made in June 2027.
