The LOEWE FOUNDATION has unveiled the shortlist for the 2024 Craft Prize, an esteemed recognition for craftsmanship and artistic innovation. This year, the foundation has selected 30 artists from a global pool of over 3,900 applicants, coming from 124 countries. These finalists, from 16 different regions, are picked for their diverse and creative use of materials ranging from ceramics and wood to less conventional mediums like recycled glass and compressed wood. Their works will be displayed at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris, from May 15 to June 9, 2024.
The exhibition also highlights sustainability through the repurposing of everyday materials. The selected works transform mundane objects like rubber tyres and wood scraps into exquisite pieces of art, demonstrating how recycled materials can be given new value through artistic expression. This approach also shows how traditional techniques can adapt to contemporary ecological and artistic narratives.
A notable aspect of the LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize is its focus on the process and the story behind each piece. The foundation, through this annual event, celebrates craftsmanship, where each artist’s approach and method are as significant as the final product. This year’s exhibition will include a detailed catalogue, providing insights into the artists’ creative processes and the innovative techniques employed in their work.
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The LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize was initiated in 2016, inspired by LOEWE’s heritage as a collective craft workshop founded in 1846. Since its inception, the prize has been instrumental in bringing craftsmen from around the world into the spotlight, honoring their commitment to innovation, excellence, and artistic merit. This year’s finalists will be evaluated by a jury comprising leading figures from the worlds of design, architecture, and the arts, who will select one winner to be announced on the eve of the exhibition’s opening. The winner will be awarded €50,000.
The selected finalists for the LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize 2024 are (in alphabetical order, with country or region): Andrés Anza (Mexico), Miki Asai (Japan), Patrick Bongoy (Democratic Republic of the Congo), Emmanuel Boos (France), Chun Tai Chen (Taiwan Region), Eunmi Chun (Republic of Korea), Ange Dakouo (Mali), Ken Eastman (United Kingdom), Jeremy Frey (United States), Karl Fritsch (New Zealand), Kevin Grey (United Kingdom), Raven Halfmoon (United States), Yuefeng He (Mainland China), Ferne Jacobs (United States), Racso Jugarap (Philippines), Hiroshi Kaneyasu (Japan), Heechan Kim (Republic of Korea), Kira Kim (Republic of Korea), Alison Croney Moses (United States), Gaku Nakane (Japan), Aya Oki (United States), Ozioma Onuzulike (Nigeria), Weon Rhee (Jongwon Lee) (Republic of Korea), Ikuya Sagara (Japan), Luis Santos Montes (Spain), Saar Scheerlings (Netherlands), Polly Adams Sutton (United States), Kazuhiro Toyama (Japan), Norman Weber (Germany), Debaroun (Dahyeon Yoo) (Republic of Korea).
Wow, the LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize shortlist for 2024 is seriously impressive! I mean, over 3,900 applicants from 124 countries—that’s insane! And now we’ve got this diverse lineup of 30 talented artists from all over the world, showcasing their craft at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris. Talk about a global celebration of creativity!
What’s really cool is how these artists are pushing the boundaries with materials, right? From ceramics to recycled glass, they’re turning everyday stuff into jaw-dropping pieces of art. Plus, the focus on sustainability is a major win. Seeing rubber tires and wood scraps transformed into stunning artworks is both inspiring and a powerful statement about reimagining our world.
And it’s not just about the final product—it’s about the journey. LOEWE FOUNDATION really gets that, celebrating the process and the stories behind each piece. Plus, a €50,000 prize? That’s some serious recognition for these incredible craftsmen and women.
Can’t wait to see who takes home the big win! 🏆🎨