Each year, SVCREATES recognizes Silicon Valley's most notable artists through the SVLaureate awards, not only for their creative talent, but for their investment in the community through teaching, community outreach, and volunteerism, as well as involvement in committees, commissions, and panels.
Nominations and applications for SVLaureate awards are accepted in five categories and reviewed by an independent panel comprised of distinguished professional artists, presenters, and critics representing a spectrum of disciplines from the Bay Area. Since 1991, more than 150 artists have been honored. Each SVLaureate receives a rare cash award to celebrate and encourage the continuing development of their artistic work.