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From Oil Merch to Dying Elephants: Turner Prize Shortlist Revealed
23 Apr
Summary
- Four artists shortlisted for Turner Prize explore diverse media.
- Nominees include performance artist and sculptor of human figures.
- Winner will be announced on December 10th in Middlesbrough.
The prestigious Turner Prize has announced its shortlist, highlighting four groundbreaking artists whose works challenge traditional art forms. Among the nominees are Tanoa Sasraku, recognized for installations incorporating corporate souvenirs, and Marguerite Humeau, whose exhibitions feature striking sculptures, including one of a dying elephant.
Also nominated are Kira Freije, who creates life-size figures using casts of her own body parts, and Simeon Barclay, whose practice spans performance art and painting. The jury chair noted the artists' ability to take viewers on "extraordinary journeys" and offer deeper understanding of the world through their distinctively powerful works.
The winner of the Turner Prize, which includes a 25,000-pound award, will be revealed on December 10th. An exhibition showcasing the nominees' art will be open to the public from September 26th through March 29th at the Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art.
