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Friends Conquer Art World, Win £50,000
18 Sep
Summary
- Two friends with no prior art knowledge won a major competition.
- They secured a life-changing prize of £50,000 worth of art.
- The duo aims to learn and grow in the art dealing business.
Two friends from west Belfast, who began the competition with no prior experience in art galleries, have been crowned champions of the BBC's The Big Deal. Gavin and Liam, initially perceived as dark horses, surprised everyone by not only participating but winning the £50,000 art prize.
Their journey on the show highlighted a significant personal evolution, transforming from novices to confident art dealers. They openly admitted their lack of knowledge but possessed a strong desire to learn, which impressed the judges and ultimately led to their victory.
The final challenge involved pitching a high-value artwork at London's Regent's Park Frieze Sculpture event. Their win, described as 'life-changing,' has sparked new appreciation for art, with future gallery ownership being a potential consideration.
