Northern Futures Award
Category Shortlists & Winners Announced
The most talented emerging creatives from across the North of England have been named in the shortlist for the Northern Futures 2010 Award, selected by a panel of international experts from the fields of fashion, film, fine art and 3d design. An exhibition of the work of these future stars opens at The Civic, Barnsley on July 28, with final prize winners announced on August 17 at an exclusive awards evening where category winners will each be awarded £1500.
Fine Art Shortlist
Kit Abramson (Lancaster)
Samantha Donnelly (Greater Manchester)
Jennifer Douglas (Gateshead)
Paul Merrick (Gateshead)
Daniel Staincliffe (Manchester)
Liz West (Sheffield)
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The Winner of the Fine Art Category announced at the Northern Futures Award Ceremony on the 17th August was:
Jennifer Douglas (Gateshead)
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The 2 runners up in the Fine Art Category were:
Samantha Donnelly (Greater Manchester)
Daniel Staincliffe (Manchester)
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3D Design Shorlist
David Fox (Leeds)
Liam Hopkins (Manchester)
Chris Natt (Chesterfield)
Ben Widdowson (Manchester)
Tristan Williams (Leeds)
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The Winner of the 3D Design Category announced at the Northern Futures Award Ceremony on the 17th August was:
Chris Natt (Chesterfield)
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The 2 runners up in the 3D Design Category were:
Liam Hopkins (Manchester)
Ben Widdowson (Manchester)
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Fashion Shorlist
Adam Atkinson (Kendal)
Julie Perry (Hebburn)
Kathryn Sillince (Sheffield)
Rachael Hewson (Durham)
Ruth Best (Newcastle Upon Tyne)
Stephanie Price (York)
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The Winner of the Fashion Category announced at the Northern Futures Award Ceremony on the 17th August was:
Rachael Hewson (Durham)
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The 2 runners up in the Fashion Category were:
Adam Atkinson (Kendal)
Ruth Best (Newcastle Upon Tyne)
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Film Shortlist
Darren Bolton (Dir) (Barton upon Humber) Films: Vigilante & Scent
Simon Cartwright and Jessica Cope (Dir)
Duchy Parade Film\David Bunting (Prod)
(Harrogate) Film: Astronomers Sun
Dominic Leclerc (Dir)
(Bradford) Film: Nightswimming & Protect Me From What I Want
Lee Garner (Dir)
(Birkenhead) Film: Playtime
Aurora Fearnley, Matt Maude and Jamie Donoughue. (Left Eye Blind) (Dir, Prod)
(Leeds) Films: Sanjari and Grammatics - The Vague Archive
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The Winners of the Film Category announced at the Northern Futures Award Ceremony on the 17th August were:
Simon Cartwright and Jessica Cope (Dir)
Duchy Parade Film\David Bunting (Prod) (Harrogate) for 'Astronomers Son'
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The 2 runners up in the Film Category were:
Dominic LeClerc (Dir)(Bradford)
for 'Night Swimming' and 'Protect Me From What I Want'
Aurora Fearnley, Matt Maude and Jamie Donoughue. (Left Eye Blind) (Dir, Prod) (Leeds)
for Sanjari and Grammatics - The Vague Archive
If you aspire to be the next Danny Boyle or Mike Leigh, this is a great chance to show everyone just how good you are. In a hugely competitive industry such as film you need to stand out from the crowd. Winning accolades for your work can give you the distinction you need. We’re looking for the best new film makers to enter Northern Futures Film category and be recognised for your talent and creativity. If film is your life then you need to be a part of Northern Futures.
moreDo you dream of seeing your designs on the runways of the world? Looking for a chance to show the industry exactly how good you are? We are seeking the most talented and creative emerging fashion designers to submit entries into this category. If you live, breathe and create great fashion then you need to be a part of Northern Futures.
moreDo you dream of seeing your products winning international design accolades and influencing the way we live? Are you seeking to solve the problems of the world through the application of innovation and creativity? Whatever your design passion, Northern Futures can help you to showcase your work. We are seeking entries into the 3D Design category from original thinkers and problem solvers obsessed with design excellence!
moreShould your work be rightfully gracing the walls of leading galleries? Do you live to communicate through your visual art, creating work that embraces both beauty and concept? We’re seeking emerging contemporary artistic talent to submit work into the Fine Art category. If your art is your life, then you need to be a part of Northern Futures.
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