We are thrilled to announce that scan.art will be showcasing the winners of the scan.art Emerging Artist Prize 2024 at the upcoming Discovery Art Fair in Frankfurt. From November 1-3, 2024, visitors will have the opportunity to experience the exceptional work of these talented artists in a dynamic setting that celebrates contemporary art and innovation.
The Discovery Art Fair is recognized as a premier destination for young, contemporary art in Europe. Held at the heart of Frankfurt, a city known for its vibrant arts scene and prestigious museum landscape, the fair attracts thousands of art lovers, collectors, and professionals each year. This year, over 120 international exhibitors will come together at the Frankfurt Messe to present a diverse range of artwork, from large-scale paintings and sculptures to photography and urban art.
Celebrating Emerging Talent with scan.art
The scan.art Emerging Artist Prize is dedicated to supporting up-and-coming artists, offering them a platform to gain international visibility. The prize highlights innovative and captivating works across four categories: Painting, Drawing, Photography, and Mixed Media. This year’s winners have demonstrated outstanding creativity, originality, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of contemporary art.
scan.art is committed to empowering emerging artists by providing them with unique opportunities to connect with new audiences and grow their careers. By showcasing their work at one of Europe’s most celebrated art fairs, we aim to bridge the gap between emerging talent and established art collectors, fostering meaningful connections that inspire and uplift the art community.
Meet the Artists and Their Winning Works
We are proud to introduce this year’s winning artists, whose works will be exhibited in Frankfurt:
- Overall Winner & Painting Category Winner: Chris Longridge (UK) with “Everything that ever happened is yet to happen”. Longridge’s captivating oil on canvasboard piece explores the intersection of traditional painting and the digital era, blending influences from the Old Masters with modern themes of cosmology and time.
- Drawing Category Winner: Mario Javoran (Croatia) with “Mediterranean Grandmothers”. Javoran’s powerful charcoal drawing pays homage to Mediterranean heritage, capturing themes of resilience and tradition through detailed, evocative portraiture.
- Photography Category Winner: Elena Paraskeva (Cyprus) with her “A Perfect Life Series”. Paraskeva’s photography showcases a surreal and cinematic narrative, inviting viewers into a complex story about identity, perception, and the beauty of imperfection.
- Mixed Media Category Winner: Eva Samule (Norway) with “Rabbit Hole”. Samule’s work combines mixed media with textured surfaces to depict surreal, introspective themes, resonating with viewers through a unique blend of vulnerability and strength.
- scan.art Choice Award Winner: Alan James Weiss (South Africa) with “Factory”. Weiss’s oil painting “Factory” captures a striking scene of women working in a factory, blending realism and expressionism. His exploration of social themes and historical depth earned him the scan.art Choice Award, resonating with viewers for its emotional impact.
Visit Us at Stand F5
The scan.art Emerging Artist Prize winners’ artworks are proudly exhibited at Stand F5. We invite you to stop by, explore the captivating pieces in person, and meet some of the artists behind these innovative works. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or new to contemporary art, Stand F5 offers a unique opportunity to experience the future of art firsthand.
Discovery Art Fair: A Platform for Exploration and Dialogue
Known as an “Art Explorer’s Fair,” the Discovery Art Fair offers a distinct experience for visitors to engage directly with artists and acquire original works. Far beyond the traditional gallery setting, the fair encourages dialogue, providing an open, welcoming environment where both seasoned collectors and first-time buyers can connect with fresh perspectives in the art world.
With its diverse range of exhibitors—including pop-up galleries, artist-run spaces, and independent creators—the fair presents a wide array of contemporary art forms, from urban installations to video art. This makes it the ideal platform for scan.art to introduce our Emerging Artist Prize winners, who embody the spirit of discovery and creative exploration.
Join Us in Frankfurt
Join scan.art and the Emerging Artist Prize 2024 winners at the Discovery Art Fair Frankfurt this November. Experience a weekend dedicated to celebrating the future of contemporary art, where creativity, talent, and innovation come together.
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