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How To Nominate

As a nominator, you can nominate up to five artists to enter The Prize. Each artist will then be invited to submit up to three artworks of their choice.
To get started, please read the important information in this section and our FAQs. Next, scroll down and use the forms to fill out your personal information and nominee details. If you have any questions, please send us an email.

READ TERMS & CONDITIONS

Artist Requirements

Nominated artists must be living on the African continent or identify as a member of the African diaspora.
Nominees must be practicing artists who have had at least one solo exhibition at a recognised international gallery and/or three solo exhibitions at a domestic gallery.
Artists should be best in practice, the submitted artwork should command an open market price of at least US$12,000.
Previous finalists must be nominated if they wish to enter.
Previous winners are not eligible for nomination or entry.
If a shortlisted artist receives multiple nominations, all nominators will be credited.

Key Dates

24 May 2024: Nomination Deadline
11 May – 28 June 2024: Artist Entry Period
September 2024: Internal Shortlist Announcement

FAQ

What are the benefits to participating artists?

There are numerous benefits to participating artists, including:

Two cash prizes available: US$35,000 Grand Prize, and US$2,000 Public Vote Prize.
Grand Prize winner offered a solo show at Norval Foundation, Cape Town.
Inclusion in public exhibition at Norval Foundataion, Cape Town.
Increased profile through multi-channel marketing campaign.
Artwork included in charity sale and promoted to art buyers, with artist receiving 50% of sale proceeds.
Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful project that raises funds for an important charitable cause.

As an artist, how can I enter Prize?

Entry to the Prize is by nomination only. If you wish to enter, we recommend you connect with one of our regional nominators and ask them to consider nominating you.

Are there any specific artwork requirements?

In order to be eligible for the Prize, we require that artworks adhere to the following:

2D artworks cannot exceed 150cm x 150cm.
3D artworks cannot exceed 150cm x 50cm x 50cm.
We do not accept purely audio, video or other time-based media art or performance art. Multi-media works which contain a video or media component will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

How can I become a nominator?

We are always looking to expand our network of nominators. Nominators should have a certain expertise in art from Africa. To apply to be a nominator, please get in touch.

Is it free for artists to participate?

It is free for artists to enter the Prize online. Once shortlisted, artists are responsible for any production costs associated with their shortlisted artwork. Artists are also responsible for their own shipping costs to Cape Town. For details, please read section 7 of our T&Cs.

Where do artwork sales proceeds go?

Proceeds from artwork sales are spilt equally between the artist and The Norval Foundation Learning Centre – where learners and underprivileged children are educated through art; stimulating the development of critical thinking and interpretation skills.

Enter Nominations

Please enter your nominations one at a time. Remember you can nominate up to five artists only.

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