About the Show
Art Spark Texas will honor six visionary Texas artists whose work reflects innovation, excellence and a commitment to reshaping perceptions of disability through the arts.
Presented annually, the Artist of the Year Awards centers artists with disabilities whose work sparks dialogue, innovation, and inclusion. Honorees represent a wide range of disciplines—including visual art, music, dance, performance, and media—and are recognized for challenging convention, uplifting communities, and redefining creative leadership in Texas.
2025 AWARD RECIPIENTS
John Bramblitt - Artist of The Year (Art Spark Texas 2025 Haven Street-Allen Artist of The Year Award)
Zachary LaViola - Art Spark Texas 2025 Spark Award
Joel Colosimo - Art Spark Texas 2025 Creative Veteran Service Award
Gladys Keeton - Art Spark Texas 2025 Gloria Bond Creative Aging Award
Matthew Alaniz - Art Spark Texas 2025 Lynn Marie Johnson Media Arts Award
Thom Woodruff - Art Spark Texas 2025 Director's Commendation"
