NORWICH – Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival is pleased to provide for the second time, through Francis K. Wilcox Scholarship Awards for Emerging Young Artists, an opportunity for high school art students to experience the professional art world at this year’s 15th Annual Colorscape on Sept. 12 and 13 in downtown Norwich and to receive cash awards to further their artistic endeavors.

Eligibility has been extended to include both junior and graduating seniors (2009-2010 academic year) who live or attend school within Chenango County who are interested in pursuing artistic careers. This includes private schools and home-schooled students. The application deadline is May 15.