The Seattle Prize: Rekindling Art That Connects

A Bold Experiment in Artistic Patronage

What happens when artists are given the freedom to create, unburdened by immediate commercial pressures? The Seattle Prize is a pioneering initiative by the Conru Art Foundation designed to answer this question. We are embarking on a significant experiment: to revive and reimagine the historic tradition of comprehensive artistic patronage for the 21st century.

For too long, many exceptionally talented artists have faced a difficult choice: pursue their deepest artistic visions or focus on work that pays the bills. The kind of "slow art"—art that requires profound thought, extensive development, and masterful execution—often struggles for support in a fast-paced, commercially driven art world. The Seattle Prize challenges this status quo.

We believe that great art, art that speaks to the core of our shared humanity, requires more than just occasional grants. It needs sustained, holistic support. This is why we provide our selected fellows not only with generous stipends but also with dedicated studio space, materials, mentorship, and a collaborative environment. Our aim is to empower these artists to dedicate their energies fully to creating ambitious works that explore timeless themes of beauty, truth, love, and dignity—art created for humanity's enrichment.

This is patronage reimagined. It's a commitment to nurturing artists so they can, in turn, nurture society with creations that inspire, connect, and offer profound meaning. The Seattle Prize is an investment in the belief that art, when deeply supported, can be a powerful force for good in the world.

All works created by the fellows during this program are intended for public enrichment and will be showcased at the ArtLove Salon, a vibrant cultural hub in downtown Seattle. The Seattle Prize is a key initiative of the Conru Art Foundation, and is part of the broader Seattle Atelier community—an ambitious experiment in artistic patronage and collaborative creativity dedicated to fostering art that serves humanity.

Supporting the Creation of Enduring Art

We believe that for artists to create such impactful work they require more than just talent; they need an ecosystem of support. This includes dedicated time, resources, mentorship, and a community that understands the journey.

Dedicated Studios & Creative Environment

Located in Seattle's historic Pioneer Square (311 1/2 Occidental Ave S), our purpose-built atelier is more than just studio space. It's an environment meticulously designed for the deep, focused work essential to creating masterworks. Optimal lighting, individual studios, and communal areas foster both intense concentration and vital collaborative energy. The beautifully restored building itself provides an inspiring backdrop for creativity.

Exterior view of the Occidental Fine Art Center building in Pioneer Square

Interior view of the atelier space under construction, showing large skylights and brick walls

Holistic Support & Mentorship

Creating art that truly resonates requires more than technical prowess. Our fellows receive dedicated guidance from visiting mentors and program leaders. This mentorship focuses not only on refining technique but also on developing narrative depth, powerful composition, and a unique artistic voice. We work individually with each artist to brainstorm and shape ideas for their masterworks, ensuring the creative process aligns with their personal vision while pushing them towards ambitious new heights. The cohort itself acts as a catalyst—a supportive community fostering growth through shared learning, constructive critique, and collaboration. And yes, we believe in having some fun along the way!

"Technical skill is foundational, but true masterpieces arise from a profound connection to the work's audience and a deep caring and love for the story being told." - Andrew Conru

Resources for Uninterrupted Focus

True masterworks cannot be rushed or compromised by daily pressures. Significant stipends are provided to remove market concerns, allowing artists to immerse themselves fully. We also supply necessary materials, arrange for models, and offer logistical support. This frees our fellows to tackle the most ambitious projects of their careers—the kind of art this challenge demands. We see it as a necessary investment – a gift to the public that will enrich our cultural landscape.

Sharing the Works & the Journey

This experiment culminates not just in finished artworks but in a shared experience. The pieces created will debut in our Pioneer Square gallery, showcasing the tangible results of this intensive year of focused creation. Beyond the final exhibition, we are committed to documenting the journey: the dedication, the breakthroughs, the challenges, and the human story behind creating art with purpose. We want the public to connect with the artists and their vision from inception to completion, understanding that these works are created for them and for the enduring value they bring to our shared human experience.

Architectural rendering of the ground floor gallery space

Our Mission: Cultivating Art for Human Flourishing

The Seattle Prize is dedicated to identifying, nurturing, and generously supporting exceptional artists. Our mission is to empower these artists to create masterful works that delve into profound human experiences—Beauty, Truth, Love, and Dignity—with the power to inspire transcendence and meaningful connection.

Our Guiding Approach: Art with Purpose

The Seattle Prize is guided by what we call Rehumanism - a philosophy that reconnects masterful artistic technique with deep human meaning. Rather than art that merely reflects problems, we champion art that actively works to heal and connect. This means combining the highest levels of technical skill with genuine care for the viewer's experience, creating works that offer beauty, truth, and a sense of shared humanity.

Discover the full depth of Rehumanism through historical examples and contemporary themes that demonstrate how art can serve humanity's highest purposes.

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Art as a Pathway to Connection

In an era often marked by isolation and digital detachment, the Seattle Prize champions art that is intentionally purpose-driven and grounded in enduring human values. We believe that art requiring exceptional skill, particularly in realism and representational modes, offers a unique pathway for healing and connection. The very act of rendering the world with care can be an act of love from the artist to the subject, and ultimately, to the viewer. This focus on art as a therapeutic response underscores our commitment to supporting creations that resonate deeply and foster a sense of shared humanity.

Why This Experiment is Necessary

Creating art like this – ambitious in scale, skill, and theme – requires extraordinary focus and support, the kind largely absent for decades. Market pressures often favor speed and novelty over the deep, time-consuming work needed for modern masterworks.

Inspired by historical patronage examples but focused on contemporary needs, the Seattle Prize provides that rare combination of time, funding, and mentorship. It's an experiment to see what happens when talented, classically-oriented artists are truly free to pursue work that aims for lasting significance and deep human connection. We see it as a necessary investment – a gift – in art's potential.

Community as Catalyst

This isn't just about individual artists in isolation. Bringing this cohort together in Seattle creates a dynamic environment where ideas are shared, skills are honed through critique, and mutual inspiration fuels growth. We believe this collaborative energy is crucial for tackling the ambitious goals of the fellowship.

Art for Our Time, In Our City

Ultimately, this experiment is about more than just paintings. It's about exploring whether art focused on connection, beauty, and truth can offer something grounding and therapeutic in complex times. It's happening here in Seattle, adding a unique dimension to our city's art scene. By investing in these artists, we hope to foster work that resonates, reconnects, and inspires. Join us.

Beyond fostering specific works, our mission is to champion the artists themselves – those striving to tackle important, resonant themes through dedicated craft. We aim to cultivate an environment where top emerging talent can create truly amazing work, achieving rapid personal and artistic development alongside peers who become friends and collaborators. For those who love expressive realism, we hope to be a beacon radiating warmth and appreciation. The deeper purpose driving this initiative is to foster art that reconnects us with our shared humanity, tapping into the power of what we call Rehumanism – the pursuit of Beauty, Truth, and Love through masterful artistic execution. We aim to foster art that heals, inspires, and elevates when it reconnects us with our shared humanity.

A Simple Question

"What if art could do more than just look impressive? What if it could actually help people feel better, think more clearly, and connect more deeply?"

That simple question is at the heart of Rehumanism. It's not a rigid movement or style—it's more like a gentle invitation. An invitation for artists to combine their highest technical skills with a generous spirit, creating work that truly serves the people who encounter it.

Think of it as "art with intention"—where exceptional craftsmanship meets genuine care for human experience.

What Do We Mean by "Rehumanism"?

Three Simple Ideals

When we talk about Rehumanism, we're really talking about three things that most people already value deeply:

BEAUTY

Not superficial prettiness, but the kind of visual harmony that makes you pause and breathe a little deeper. Something that speaks to everyone, regardless of their background.

TRUTH

Honest portrayals of real human experience. Art that doesn't pretend or manipulate, but shows us something genuine about what it means to be human.

LOVE

Not sentiment, but genuine care. Art created as a gift to the viewer—work that considers "How can this help? How can this heal? How can this connect us?"

Why This Matters Right Now

Look around. We're living through some challenging times. People are feeling isolated, anxious, and disconnected despite being more "connected" than ever before. Political divisions seem unbridgeable. Many are questioning what really matters.

In moments like these, art has historically played a crucial role—not as decoration or intellectual exercise, but as something that actually helps. Art that reminds us we're not alone. Art that shows us beauty still exists. Art that helps us feel more human.

What We're Trying to Do

Instead of art that's only for experts, we want art that speaks to everyone.

Instead of art that divides, we want art that connects.

Instead of art that cynically reflects problems, we want art that thoughtfully offers healing.

Instead of quick, disposable content, we want art made with deep skill and intention.

Instead of art made only for personal expression, we want art created as a gift to others.

Instead of art that leaves people empty, we want art that nourishes.

What This Looks Like in Practice

If those three values—Beauty, Truth, and Love—are our foundation, how do we actually build on them? Here are the practical principles that guide Rehumanist artists:

Skill as Service

The better your technical ability, the more you can offer others. Mastery isn't about showing off—it's about having the tools to truly help and inspire.

Ask "How Does This Help?"

Before, during, and after creating, the artist considers the work's impact on the viewer. Will this bring comfort? Understanding? Joy? Connection?

Beauty for Everyone

Great art shouldn't require a PhD to appreciate. Like a beautiful sunset or moving music, the best art speaks directly to our common humanity.

Honesty Without Cruelty

Show reality, but show it with dignity. Every subject—powerful or vulnerable—deserves to be portrayed with respect for their humanity.

Create Bridges, Not Walls

In a time of division, art can remind us of what we share. Focus on universal experiences rather than what separates us.

Does It Actually Help?

The real test isn't "Is this art?" but "Does this make people's lives a little better? Does it heal rather than harm?"

Think Long-Term

Will this work still matter in fifty years? Will future generations be grateful it was created? That's the kind of lasting value we're aiming for.

Trust Human Goodness

People hunger for beauty, meaning, and connection. When you offer these genuinely, people respond—because you're feeding something real.

This Isn't New—It's a Rediscovery

We're not inventing something from scratch. Throughout history, when art has been most powerful and lasting, it's followed these same instincts: combine the highest skill with genuine care for people.

Think about the art that still moves us centuries later. It wasn't created just for the artist or just for critics—it was made to serve something larger.

What We Learn from History

Ancient Greece

Artists created beauty to honor the divine and unite communities, not just to showcase their individual talents.

Renaissance Masters

Michelangelo, Leonardo, and others combined supreme skill with spiritual and civic purpose—art in service of something greater.

19th Century Realists

Artists like Millet and Repin used masterful technique to honor working people and explore social justice—skill serving humanity.

What We Add for Our Time

Modern Understanding

We now understand more about how art affects mental health, builds community, and can actually contribute to healing.

Democratic Access

Technology lets us share meaningful art more widely than ever before, making beauty available to everyone, not just the elite.

Contemporary Urgency

In times of division and stress, we need art's healing power more than ever—but it has to be art that truly nourishes.

So What Does This Actually Mean?

Here's the thing: Rehumanism isn't really about a particular style or technique. It's about intention. It's about asking yourself, as an artist: "What if my work could actually help people?"

If You're an Artist

You don't have to paint differently or change your style. You just have to ask yourself: Could this work bring someone comfort? Could it help them see beauty in their own life? Could it remind them they're not alone?

When you start creating with that kind of generous intention, people feel it. They respond to it. Because you're offering something real.

If You Love Art

Look for work that nourishes you. Art that leaves you feeling more connected to your own humanity, more hopeful about the world, more aware of beauty around you.

Support artists who are trying to contribute something positive. When you find art that truly serves, share it. Help it reach the people who need it.

The Big Picture

Imagine if art didn't just reflect our problems but actively helped solve them. Imagine if beauty wasn't a luxury but something everyone could access. Imagine if the most skilled artists felt called to create work that heals.

That's not naive idealism—that's just art doing what it has always done at its best. We're not trying to return to the past. We're trying to help art live up to its highest potential in our time.

This is about art as a gift.

Not art as product, not art as statement, not art as career move—but art as a generous offering to the world.

Rehumanism in Action: Historical & Contemporary Examples

These examples demonstrate how artists across centuries have combined exceptional skill with profound human purpose, creating art that offers Beauty, Truth, Love, Dignity, and the potential for Healing or Transcendence. Each work serves a purpose beyond mere representation—they invite connection, provide comfort, challenge perception, or offer meaning.

We encourage you to ask: 'So what?' What deeper purpose does each work serve? How does it contribute to human flourishing beyond its technical excellence?

Historical Examples (1800-1940)

The Gleaners

Millet (1857)

Transforms humble labor into profound art through masterful technique and Dignity.

Gassed

Sargent (1919)

Depicts chemical warfare with Truth while maintaining soldiers' Dignity and offering collective Healing.

The Kiss

Klimt (1907-08)

Celebrates intimate Love with profound Beauty, honoring romantic connection as sacred.

Midsummer Dance

Zorn (1897)

Captures infectious community celebration, connecting us to universal human experience.

Christina's World

Wyeth (1948)

Transforms a moment into universal symbol of human resilience through painstaking realism.

Dante and Virgil

Bouguereau (1850)

Transforms literary allegory into meditation on moral choice through exceptional artistry.

The Light of the World

Hunt (1851-53)

Bridges material and spiritual worlds through accessible symbolism and meticulous craft.

Joan of Arc

Bastien-Lepage (1879)

Shows Joan as real peasant girl experiencing genuine spiritual visitation with psychological Truth.

Barge Haulers

Repin (1870-73)

Presents each worker as complete individual, creating social change through artistic excellence.

The Gross Clinic

Eakins (1875)

Transforms surgery into meditation on healing, revealing nobility in human endeavors to heal.

Portrait of M. Bertin

Ingres (1832)

Captures formidable personality with Truth, transcending likeness to explore individual Dignity.

Contemporary Examples (Post-1940)

Deluge

Hodge (c. 2006)

Transforms Katrina tragedy into meaningful art, creating space for collective mourning and Healing.

Old Friends

Venezia (c. 2021)

Elevates friendship to profound significance, showing how caring constitutes meaningful Love.

Thank you, God Bless

Conru (c. 2016)

Finds the sacred in everyday encounters, transforming chance meetings into spiritual meditation.

Brothers in Arms

Conru (c. 2020)

Addresses social tensions with empathy, honoring individual Dignity while serving as bridge-building.

More Than Material

Wood III (2019)

Honors individual identity through meticulous technique, revealing the sacred in the everyday individual.

Broken Bodies

Coreth

Explores recovery from trauma, finding Dignity in the slow process of becoming whole again.

Ship of Fools

Dobsky

Updates classical allegory for modern times, balancing social criticism with compassionate observation of human fallibility and collective self-deception.

Contemporary Themes for Rehumanism

Building upon these historical touchstones, contemporary artists exploring Rehumanism might consider themes that address pressing modern concerns while upholding the core values of Beauty, Truth, Love, Dignity, and potential for Transcendence or Healing.

The Quiet Dignity of Essential Work

Why: Modern society often overlooks those performing essential labor.

So What: Art could restore Dignity to these roles, showing their Beauty and importance, fostering gratitude and connection.

Example: A portrait capturing the focused expression of a chef during service, steam rising around them, hands expertly plating food.

Finding Connection in Digital Isolation

Why: Technology connects us instantly but can lead to profound loneliness.

So What: Art could explore authentic connection vs. shallow interaction, offering Healing by acknowledging shared isolation.

Example: Two people deeply engaged in conversation across a table, phones set aside, contrasted with blue light glow on a solitary figure.

Bridging the Divide: Empathy Across Polarization

Why: Societal polarization creates echo chambers and dehumanizes opposing views.

So What: Art could depict common ground, vulnerable moments across divides, fostering empathy and revealing shared humanity.

Example: Two neighbors with different political signs sharing a moment of conversation over a fence about a shared local concern.

Navigating Anxiety in Modern Life

Why: Rates of anxiety and depression are high, fueled by information overload and uncertainty.

So What: Art could visualize internal experience with compassion, offering comfort and affirming inherent Dignity.

Example: A figure by a window in soft morning light, practicing deep breathing, conveying calm sought amidst internal turmoil.

The Search for Authenticity in a Curated World

Why: Social media encourages curated self-presentation, leading to comparison and inadequacy.

So What: Art could celebrate vulnerability and genuine human experience, affirming Beauty in imperfection.

Example: Close-up portrait focusing on 'imperfect' details—lines, freckles, asymmetry—rendered with care that reveals character.

Reconnecting with Nature's Rhythm

Why: Urbanization and screen time disconnect many from the natural world's grounding patterns.

So What: Art can depict humans finding solace in nature, offering visual Healing and connection to something larger.

Example: A person kneeling in a small urban garden, hands covered in soil, examining a sprouting seed.

Hope and Resilience Amidst Uncertainty

Why: Global challenges create apprehension about the future, especially for younger generations.

So What: Art could focus on determined optimism and quiet resilience, offering inspiration without naive solutions.

Example: A young person looking at a complex cityscape with thoughtful determination, holding a small thriving plant.

The Beauty of Intergenerational Connection

Why: Age segregation and fast-paced life can weaken bonds between generations.

So What: Depicting shared wisdom, care, and companionship highlights enduring Love and affirms Dignity of all ages.

Example: An elderly hand guiding a child's hand as they learn a traditional craft, faces showing concentration and affection.

Human Creativity in the Age of AI

Why: AI prompts questions about the uniqueness of human consciousness and creativity.

So What: Art created with human hands serves as statement about embodied experience and irreplaceable human touch.

Example: A lone artist working with traditional paints while generic digital images spill from a nearby screen.

Finding the Sacred in the Mundane

Why: Modern life can feel desacralized, lacking moments of awe or deeper meaning.

So What: Art can elevate ordinary moments, revealing potential for Beauty and Transcendence within them.

Example: Light streaming through a window onto a simple table setting, imbuing ordinary objects with quiet reverence.

The Complexity Beyond Black-and-White Thinking

Why: Nuance is often lost in polarized discourse demanding simple answers.

So What: Art can explore ambiguity and internal conflict, encouraging deeper, more compassionate thinking.

Example: A portrait where the subject's expression holds conflicting emotions—joy and sorrow, strength and doubt.

Friendship as a Pillar of Support

Why: Strong friendships are crucial for well-being but challenging to maintain in busy societies.

So What: Art depicting loyalty, support, and shared joy celebrates this vital form of Love and connection.

Example: Two friends sitting on a porch swing in comfortable silence, simply enjoying each other's presence.

The Body as a Site of Experience

Why: Cultural narratives often focus on idealized bodies, ignoring realities of aging, illness, or diversity.

So What: Representing the body with honesty and Dignity across all experiences challenges narrow Beauty definitions.

Example: Portrait of an elderly person focusing on wrinkles rendered with detail that conveys wisdom gained.

The Narrative Power of Place and Home

Why: Displacement, gentrification, and rootlessness affect many people today.

So What: Art exploring emotional connection to places evokes feelings of belonging, memory, and identity.

Example: Interior scene with worn furniture and personal objects that tell the story of inhabitants and their history.

Moments of Clarity and Decision

Why: Life requires navigating crossroads and making significant choices.

So What: Depicting quiet contemplation or realization offers reflection on growth and self-discovery.

Example: A person paused at a fork in a path, looking inward, suggesting internal reckoning before choosing direction.

The Craftsmanship of Repair and Restoration

Why: In a disposable culture, the act of mending holds counter-cultural significance.

So What: Art focusing on careful repair becomes metaphor for Healing, celebrating Beauty in restoration.

Example: Close-up on hands carefully stitching torn fabric, focused light highlighting the care involved.

Shared Rituals and Community Gathering

Why: Meaningful communal rituals provide structure and connection, which may be weakening.

So What: Depicting contemporary gatherings highlights the importance of shared experience and belonging.

Example: Diverse group around a bonfire, faces illuminated by warm light, conveying easy camaraderie.

The Weight and Release of Memory

Why: Memory shapes identity but can also be a burden.

So What: Art can explore how individuals grapple with the past, suggesting narratives of reconciliation or letting go.

Example: A figure looking at an old photograph with nostalgia and resolution, surrounded by the present moment.

Mentorship and Passing on Knowledge

Why: Transfer of skill and wisdom is crucial for cultural continuity but requires dedicated effort.

So What: Scenes depicting mentorship celebrate lineage, generosity, and the pursuit of excellence.

Example: Experienced artisan guiding younger apprentice's hands, both focused on shared purpose and respect.

Contemplating the Cosmos/Vastness

Why: Daily life can feel small; perspective is often needed.

So What: A figure contemplating the stars or ocean evokes awe and Transcendence, offering peace and perspective.

Example: Small human figure silhouetted against vast starry sky, emphasizing scale and inviting cosmic contemplation.

These are starting points for contemporary Rehumanist art. The goal is always art that serves—that offers Beauty, Truth, Love, Dignity, Healing, or Transcendence to viewers in our complex contemporary world.

Meet the Team Guiding the Prize

Meet the Instigator

Andrew Conru

Andrew Conru's path has been unconventional – from a small Indiana farm to a Stanford PhD, becoming an internet pioneer more interested in fostering human connection than pure commerce. After tech success, a period of reflection led him to philanthropy. Through the Conru Foundation and now the Conru Art Foundation, he applies his inventive, service-oriented mindset to address societal needs for deeper meaning. An amateur artist himself, he passionately believes in art's power to heal and unite, especially when it pursues Beauty, Truth, and Love with masterful craft. The Seattle Prize is a manifestation of this: an "experiment with love" to nurture artists and explore art's potential to enrich lives. Learn more at conru.com.

Meet the Program Lead

Tenaya Sims

A highly acclaimed artist (ARC Salon Best in Show 2016), Tenaya Sims brings a rich blend of experience as an award-winning gallery artist, a dedicated teacher, and an industry veteran (Activision, Eidos). His classical training includes study at Watts Atelier and an apprenticeship under Juliette Aristides. Tenaya also founded the Georgetown Atelier (now part of Gage Academy of Art). As Artist Operations Manager for the Seattle Prize, he directly mentors the fellows, guiding their artistic development and the creation of their ambitious masterworks, bringing both deep craft knowledge and pedagogical skill to the program.

The Challenge: Forging Modern Masterworks

The Seattle Prize offers holistic support, empowering artists to transcend commercial constraints and immerse themselves fully in the pursuit of groundbreaking and deeply meaningful creations.

The Atelier: A Dedicated Creative Hub

Located in Seattle's historic Pioneer Square (311 1/2 Occidental Ave S), our purpose-built space isn't just studios – it's an environment designed for the deep work required to create masterworks. Optimal lighting, dedicated areas, and communal zones foster both intense focus and vital collaborative energy. The building itself, beautifully restored, provides an inspiring backdrop.

Community as Catalyst: Guidance & Growth

Meeting this challenge requires more than skill. Fellows receive guidance from visiting mentors and program leaders, focusing not just on technique, but on developing narrative depth, powerful composition, and a unique voice. We work one-on-one with each artist to brainstorm and refine ideas for their masterworks, ensuring the process aligns with their personal artistic vision while pushing them towards ambitious goals.

The cohort itself is a catalyst – a supportive community encouraging each other through shared learning, critique, and collaboration. And yes, we believe in having fun along the way! As this is our inaugural year, we embrace a startup mentality; we expect the program to learn, adapt, and evolve over time based on the fellows' experiences and needs.

"While technical mastery lays the foundation, true masterpieces arise from a profound connection—a deep caring and love for the story being told." - Andrew Conru

Uninterrupted Focus: Resources for Ambition

True masterworks can't be rushed or compromised. Significant stipends remove market pressures. We provide materials, models, and logistical support, freeing artists to fully immerse themselves in tackling the most ambitious projects of their careers – the kind this specific challenge demands.

Sharing the Work & the Journey

This experiment culminates in creation. Finished works will debut in our Pioneer Square gallery, showcasing the results of this intensive year. But we're also documenting the *process* – the dedication, the breakthroughs, the human story behind creating art with purpose. We want you to connect with the artists and their vision from start to finish.

Architectural rendering of the gallery space under renovation

Meet the Artists Taking the Challenge

We are excited to introduce the inaugural cohort of the Seattle Prize Master's Fellowship. These talented artists demonstrate strong foundational skills and compelling artistic voices. We are excited to support their growth as they challenge themselves over the next year to create career-defining work that moves us deeply.

Our Inaugural Fellows

Emma Garay

Trained in Florence, exploring the stories of daily life and human connection with sensitivity.

Diego Glazer

Internationally trained, weaving complex narratives with gem-like quality and emotional depth.

Daniel Zalla

An award-winning painter and FAA instructor distilling the modern human experience into compelling narratives.

Vivian Tanga

Bridging Mexican-American heritage and classical training to tell universal stories.

Lukas Freudenberg

Munich-based FAA graduate exploring emotional complexities through figurative work and portraiture.

Jackson Wrede

An award-winning MFA graduate bridging classical technique with contemporary expression

Nick Eisele

Award-winning still life painter seeking to explore grander figurative narratives.

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Get in Touch

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Or email us directly at: prize@conruartfoundation.org

311 1/2 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104

The Seattle Prize and Occidental Fine Art Center are housed in the heart of Pioneer Square, Seattle's first neighborhood and vibrant art district. This historic area has long been a hub for creative endeavors, with its classic architecture, brick-lined streets, and artistic energy.

Nestled among numerous galleries, artist studios, and cultural landmarks, our location provides fellows with an inspiring backdrop that balances Seattle's rich artistic heritage with its forward-looking creative spirit.

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Monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve your experience with the Site.
Maintain the security and operation of our Site, including preventing fraudulent activity via reCAPTCHA.
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personally identifiable information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

We may share information we have collected about you in certain situations:

By Law or to Protect Rights: If we believe the release of information about you is necessary to respond to legal process, to investigate or remedy potential violations of our policies, or to protect the rights, property, and safety of others, we may share your information as permitted or required by any applicable law, rule, or regulation.
Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors who perform services for us or on our behalf, such as email delivery for newsletters, website hosting, analytics, Google Maps API, and Google reCAPTCHA. These third parties are obligated to protect your information.

4. Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. While we have taken reasonable steps to secure the personal information you provide to us, please be aware that despite our efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against any interception or other type of misuse.

5. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Opt-Out: You may opt-out of receiving Seattle Prize newsletter communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in those emails.
Access and Correction: For information collected directly by us for the newsletter, you may request to review, update, or correct your personal information by contacting us.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. If you prefer, you can usually choose to set your browser to remove cookies and to reject cookies. If you choose to remove cookies or reject cookies, this could affect certain features of our Site. We do not currently respond to Do-Not-Track browser signals or mechanisms.

6. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or a higher age threshold as required by applicable law), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under this age. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under this age, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible.

7. Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Effective Date" of this Privacy Policy. You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates. You will be deemed to have been made aware of, will be subject to, and will be deemed to have accepted the changes in any revised Privacy Policy by your continued use of the Site after the date such revised Privacy Policy is posted.