Harwood

Reginald Gammon was born March 31, 1921 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His career spanned fifty years; he was an exceptional teacher, painter and printmaker. "An intellectual artist, his work depicted the civil rights struggles of the 1960's, the dignity of unsung heroes, jazz and blues musicians and observations of everyday life." He also told great stories. In Albuquerque, Reggie was a founding member of New Grounds Print Workshop and a longtime friend of Outpost Performance Space. You could find him almost every day at his studio at the Harwood Art Center, which he maintained for thirteen years. For more information about the life, career and artwork of Reggie Gammon you can visit www.reggiegammon.com

The Reggie Gammon Memorial Award supports artists working in printmaking, painting and jazz on a rotating basis. It is intended to support emerging artists who demonstrate a commitment to their artwork, their on-going education and the arts community in which they live by providing funds for supplies, classes, exhibitions, or equipment.

Applicants must be residents of NM only and working in the painting field. Professional artists are not eligible. This includes artists who receive a significant income from their work, and/or artists with gallery representation.