These prestigious awards are presented annually to deserving artists in three to four arts disciplines, affording them national exposure and acclaim.

There are so many more deserving artists out there, artists for whom Mr. Childs's simple pastiche of the past is anathema.

Martin Norris and Steve Roskilly then set about offering free studio production time to deserving artists in return for a percentage of any resultant incomes.

There are many deserving artists who are not included.

The selection criteria, however, has been heavily criticized as many highly deserving artists have been left out in order to favor certain individuals.

But they actively serve their communities by mounting shows, running art classes and acquiring works, not only by stellar names but also by deserving regional artists.

An annual "Jack Coggins award" to be given to a deserving local artist was financed from part of the proceeds from the sale of these works.

It was a landmark, a serious accolade to a deserving artist, and a financial risk.

Particularly deserving artists may be designated honorable members.

There are a number of British artists more deserving of the accolades he is receiving.