NEW BLOOD ART EMERGING ART PRIZE

Despite the UK’s world-class creative education system and entrepreneurial culture, many emerging artists struggle to transition into sustainable careers. The New Blood Art Emerging Art Prize directly addresses this gap.

 

Many artists possess extraordinary creative vision but may find the entrepreneurial and commercial demands of the market challenging. Without the right tools and support, this extraordinary talent risks being lost. The Prize exists to help bridge this transition, ensuring that promising graduates gain visibility and professional opportunities.

 

Launched in 2023, the Prize brings together expertise from across entrepreneurship, creative mentoring, education, and the commercial art world.

 

The Prize has previously benefited from judges in fields such as art education and art patronage, including Professor Anita Taylor, Dean of Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design and founder of the Trinity Buoy Wharf Drawing Prize, and Serenella Ciclitira, a renowned art patron, collector, and founder of StART art fair. Their expertise underscores the Prize’s commitment to bridging gaps between education, entrepreneurship, and commercial success in the arts.

 

At the heart of this ecosystem are fine art tutors, whose role is foundational in shaping the creative and critical thinking of emerging artists. The New Blood Art Emerging Art Prize is a collaboration with these tutors—without them, it would not exist. Their insights, mentorship, and nominations shape the selection process, providing the first layer of support for artists as they develop their artistic identities and practices. This partnership ensures emerging talent is championed and supported as they transition beyond the academic environment.

 

2024 Judging Panel

 

The 2024 judging panel brings together leaders from across entrepreneurship, creative education, and the commercial art world.

• Peter Hargreaves – One of the UK’s most successful entrepreneurs and a dedicated art collector, offering insights into building sustainable creative careers.

• Jim Rajan – Founder of The Subtle Qualities School, bringing expertise in empowering deeply creative individuals.

• Sarah Ryan – Founder of New Blood Art and the Prize, bridging education, creativity, and entrepreneurship to ensure emerging artists have access to opportunities beyond graduation.

 

New Blood Art’s 20-year legacy of working with fledgling artists and universities positions us uniquely to address this challenge. By celebrating and empowering creatives, the Prize lays the foundation for a future where the UK’s world-class creative talent can thrive - building sustainable careers and contributing meaningfully to the global creative economy.