Noblesville Creates has announced the nominees for its Awards Ceremony, to be held during the Celebrate Noblesville Creates fundraiser from 5:15 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25.
This ceremony recognizes individuals or companies who show outstanding leadership and vision in supporting, promoting, and providing creativity in the regional arts communities the nonprofit organization serves.
Celebrate Noblesville Creates will be held at Embassy Suites in Noblesville and, along with the Noblesville Creates Awards Ceremony, will consist of dinner and drinks, live music, hands-on arts experiences, a silent and live auction, and more.
The nominees for the Noblesville Creates Awards Ceremony are listed below.
Emerging Artist of the Year
This award recognizes artists who have been working for five years or fewer in their current field or medium and who have demonstrated professionalism, creativity, artistic excellence, and leadership.
- David Fleshman
- Emery Henderson
- Frank Hindes
- Jason Reinhardt
- Cairo Morado
Artist of the Year
This award recognizes established artists who excel in their chosen medium, increasing the community’s reputation and strengthening the creative economy through their work and dedication.
- Mark Rouse
- Frances Ruiz
- Amanda Russo
- Joy Collins
Arts Partner of the Year
This award recognizes individuals or organizations that have developed innovative opportunities to build or work alongside the local arts community.
- Nica Post
- Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District
- Westfield Library
- Noblesville Public Safety
Arts Advocate of the Year
This award recognizes individuals who have dedicated their time to promoting the arts and highlighting how the arts create a positive impact for all.
- Heather Boelke
- Caroline Hays
- Linda Jordan
- Jennifer Wolfe
Arts Champion of the Year
This award recognizes individuals or organizations who have invested significant time, talent, and treasure into the local arts economy to grow and strengthen the community.
- Darren Peterson
- HamCo Live
- Fishers Arts Council
- City of Westfield
- Mike Thibedeau
To learn more about the 2025 Celebrate Noblesville Creates Fundraiser, click here.
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