The Robert Gablosky Memorial Scholarship
Details for
The Annual Scholarship
The Robert Gablosky Memorial Scholarship was established in 2017 by the family of the late Robert Gablosky and is administered by the GHAA.
In 1971, Mr. Gablosky founded the Greater Haverhill Arts Association. He was greatly esteemed in the community as an artist, teacher, and journalist.
Eligibility:
Graduating high school seniors (public, private or home-school) are eligible to apply if they plan to continue their education in the arts, and are currently residing or attending school in the districts of Haverhill, Methuen, North Andover, Masconomet, Pentucket or Timberlane.
Enrolling in a two-or-four-year college to continue studies in the visual arts (in the broadest sense of the word, not excluding graphic design, architecture, sculpture, etc)
Details:
The scholarship amount will not be less than $1,000 annually
Deadline for applications for 2024 is May 3
Winners are announced and presented at the reception of the GHAA Annual Open Exhibit at the Buttonwoods Museum.
Application:
Completed Online form
Copy of college acceptance letter
Copy of high school transcript
Artist statement (2 pages, double-spaced limit); include mention of artwork done outside of school; speak about your creative process - the why and how.
Link to portfolio:
- 7-10 images of favorite artworks, 3-D work should include images from 2 viewpoints
- Description of artworks as to size, medium, material/support, year completed, and indication of whether it was a class assignment or independent work
- Optional (for extra credit) 2 additional images of journal pages showing idea sketches, process notes, etc.
Past recipients
Anthony Stephens of Topsfield 2023
Kallyn Lavallee of Haverhill 2022
Timothy Friend of West Newbury 2021
Keilan Romito of Boxford 2020
Nicholas D'Alessandro of West Newbury 2019
Jordan Earley of North Andover 2018
Holly McGrath of Haverhill 2017