Berlin Art Prize

The Berlin Art Prize is an independent award for contemporary art dedicated to promoting and presenting artists in Berlin. Founded in 2013 by four cultural producers, the prize aims to create a community-oriented alternative to existing art awards.

• Annual Award: The Berlin Art Prize is awarded annually and includes an anonymous jury selection of nine nominees, who are exhibited in nine different project spaces in the city.
• Solo Exhibitions: Each nominee receives their own solo exhibition in one of the partner project spaces to present their work to the public.
• Public Events: Accompanying the exhibitions, a variety of public events take place, including readings, performances, discussions, and workshops that address critical issues in contemporary art.
• Award Ceremony: Three of the nominees receive the Berlin Art Prize, which includes a residency, prize money, and a trophy designed specifically for the occasion by a Berlin artist[1][3].

The main mission of the Berlin Art Prize is to create a platform that operates independently of existing structures in the art world. The focus is on the art itself, regardless of the names and career experience of the artists. This approach aims to provide a subversive alternative to traditional art awards and to promote the diversity and experimental nature of the Berlin art scene.

• Collaboration with the Independent Art Scene: The Berlin Art Prize works closely with various independent project spaces and cultural institutions in Berlin to enable a broad and diverse presentation of art.
• Support for Young and Established Artists: Through the annual award and extensive exhibition and event programs, both the rise of young artists and the recognition of established artists are promoted.