CELEBRATING OUR 2026 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

The Arts Alliance of Yamhill County is proud to recognize this year’s student award recipients for their talent, dedication, and commitment to pursuing their creative futures.

Adeen Willis of McMinnville High School receives the Marg Johansen Scholarship in support of pursuing a fine arts degree. Adeen was recognized for strong artistic promise, clear educational goals, and a thoughtful commitment to continued growth in the arts.

Braiden Gray of Amity High School receives the AAYC Board Grant in recognition of artistic talent, creative focus, and a clear commitment to building a future in the arts through a professional trade path in tattoo artistry. AAYC is proud to recognize that certificate based and trade based creative careers are important and valuable pathways in arts education.

Both recipients were also offered a one year membership to the Arts Alliance of Yamhill County to help keep them connected to the local arts community.

We congratulate these students and wish them continued success in their creative journeys.

We are proud to support emerging artists in many forms and to celebrate the different educational and career paths that shape the future of the arts.