The One of a Kind Awards of Excellence

The One of a Kind Show is thrilled to be continuing the new Awards for Excellence Program, designed to assist in the career development of emerging artists and craftspeople. The 2009 One of a Kind Awards for Excellence were presented in partnership with the Crafts Council of British Columbia, the Gardiner Museum, Harbourfront Centre Craft Department, the Ontario Crafts Council and the Textile Museum of Canada.

Each recipient receives $1000 and a free 5 x 10 booth to exhibit their work at one of the One of a Kind Shows (Toronto – Spring or Christmas; or Vancouver).

Congratulations to our recipients from 2009!

2009 Recipients

Patrick Yeung One of a Kind Award for Excellence in Craft (Eastern Canada) presented by the Ontario Crafts Council

Kelli Rey One of a Kind Award for Excellence in Craft (Western Canada) presented by the Crafts Council of British Columbia

Marie St.-Hilaire One of a Kind Award for Excellence in Ceramics presented by the Gardiner Museum

Benjamin Kikkert One of a Kind Award for Excellence in Glass presented by the Harbourfront Centre Craft Department

Katie Jung One of a Kind Award for Excellence Winner in Textiles presented by the Textile Museum of Canada.

1. Kelli Rey – Teapot
2. Katie Jung - Woven Tapestry
3. Benjamin Kikkert – Ice Globe Grouping
4. Patrick Yeung – Canister Set Ceramics and Glass
5. Marie St.-Hilaire – Vessels