These are tough times for artists and for California, but 14 Californian artists are getting a break: fellowships from the California Community Foundation. In association with the Getty Trust, the foundation announced yesterday that 10 midcareer visual artists would each receive $20,000 to further their works, and four younger creators will each get $15,000.

"Funding for the arts is often the first thing to go when times are tough, so it's critical that we continue supporting these important artists at a time when they need it most," said Antonia Hernandez, the foundation's chief executive. "We're proud to be one of the largest supporters of individual artists in the region."

Read more at the Los Angeles Times and see the names of the winners and a gallery of their works at the California Community Foundation.