Daniel Manacher Prize for Young Artists
5th Annual award for emerging visual artists aged 17-26 in Berkshire County. No application fee. Deadline April 17, 2026.
The Sandisfield Arts Center announces the call for art for the 5th Annual Daniel Manacher Prize for Young Artists, an award established by Adam Manacher and Carol Birnbaum in memory of their son, Daniel Manacher, and his enduring passion for the arts. This prestigious opportunity recognizes and encourages emerging talent in Berkshire County.
The prize is open to young artists aged 17 to 26 who live in or attend school in Berkshire County. Submissions are welcomed across a range of visual arts disciplines, including painting, drawing, mixed media, and sculpture. There is no application fee, making this an accessible opportunity for emerging artists.
The application deadline is April 17, 2026. The selection process will be overseen by Virginia Overton, a distinguished American artist whose work is in the collections of the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Museum of Modern Art in New York. This prestigious panel ensures a high-caliber evaluation of all submissions.
Applicants will be notified of the results via email no later than June 5, 2026. The biennial exhibit showcasing the finalists' work, alongside the winners of the 2025 prize, will take place with an opening reception on Saturday, August 15. The exhibit will be displayed in the Sandisfield Arts Center Gallery through the end of August.
For artists needing technical assistance due to lack of access to a computer, camera, or internet at home, support is available. Full details of eligibility and application requirements can be found at sandisfieldartscenter.org.