---
title: Material Works
description: >-
  Builds a contemporary art collection by awarding artists cash grants for
  original work.
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/material-works'
type: organization
createdAt: '2026-09-07'
updatedAt: '2026-09-23'
organizationType: Museum
website: 'http://www.material-works.com/'
---

# Material Works

*Museum*

## About

Builds a contemporary art collection by awarding artists cash grants for original work.

Material Works is a contemporary art organization that supports artists by exchanging a cash award for an original artwork, which then becomes part of its growing contemporary art collection. It recognizes artistic excellence and aims to advance artists' careers by increasing their visibility and exposure. Artists working worldwide across a range of contemporary practices are welcomed into its program, and pieces acquired through the award are considered for future exhibition opportunities. Material Works covers the shipping costs for artwork it acquires.

## Details

- **Website:** http://www.material-works.com/
- **Social Media:** instagram: https://www.instagram.com/materialworksarchitecture?igsh=MWQxZm02azY2cW9oaQ==, linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/material-works-architecture

## Programs

View current programs from Material Works on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/material-works