Lifetime Achievement Award (LAW)
The LAW award is only available after a thirty-year track record of success as an artist who willingly gives back to the community and has been a mentor to many others. This award is only available by nomination and nomination does not guarantee an award. To date, only one has been presented. The first LAW was awarded in 2014. Terms and Conditions
Past Lifetime Achievement Award Winners
2014 – Fred Wisemen
Artist of the Year
Beginning in 2020, as a fan-determined contest to celebrate VAAA artists and promote economic development during the holiday season. It is also used to publicly thank artists who participated in exhibits during that calendar year. Must be a juried member of VAAA for at least one year. Groups are not eligible. Terms and Conditions.
Past Artists of the Year
2020 Amy Hook Therrien