Nominations Now Open for the 2025 Northeast Louisiana Arts Awards!
The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council is proud to announce that nominations are now OPEN for the annual Northeast Louisiana Arts Awards, celebrating the incredible talent, dedication, and support within our vibrant arts community.
Awards Ceremony: Thursday, June 12, 2025
Honoring individuals and organizations that have enriched Region 8 and Louisiana through the arts.
Award Categories:
- Performing Artist of the Year
For a professional artist who has excelled in their field and brought distinction to the region through performance. - Edmund Williamson Visual Artist of the Year
For a professional visual artist whose work has made a lasting impact in Region 8 and beyond. - BART (Business Art) Award
For businesses that have made significant contributions to the cultural and artistic success of local organizations. - Volunteer of the Year
Honoring individuals whose time and dedication have helped shape the cultural arts in our region. - Emerging Artist Award
For high school seniors or college students committed to pursuing a career in the arts. - Region 8 Arts Educator of the Year
Recognizing an arts educator who is making a powerful difference through their dedication to arts education. (Public nominations welcome!)
Who Can Nominate?
- Arts organizations in Region 8
- Current Arts Council members
- General public (for the Arts Educator of the Year category)
Let’s lift up the artists, educators, businesses, and volunteers who inspire us every day. Help us celebrate creativity and commitment in Northeast Louisiana!
Scroll down for full nomination details and forms.
ARE YOU READY TO NOMINATE?
- Educator of the Year – Open to public nominations
- All Other Categories – Open to Region 8 arts orgs & current Arts Council members
Steps to Nominate:
- Choose your category below.
- A separate form window will pop up for that category.
- Fill it out completely and hit SUBMIT.
- Questions? Issues? Hit up info@nelaarts.org
