Idea Capital recognizes risk-taking Atlanta artists. Awards are designed to support new experimental art projects. Through our awards, we are working to build a strong cultural ecology of innovation.

Idea Capital offers awards at two levels:

• The Idea Capital Catalyst Award, for emerging artists or artists proposing a small or early-stage project ($1000 stipend)
• The Idea Capital Vanguard Award, for more established artists or artists proposing a project further along in development ($2500 stipend)

A third special award is also available:

• The Susan Antinori Visual Artist Award, for artists bringing a fresh, experimental perspective to traditional 2D and 3D media ($5000 stipend)  

All applications are considered general-inquiry applications. Awards are allocated as deemed appropriate by the jurors based on the applicant's experience and the project scope.

Grant announcements will be made in January 2027.