2023 Florida Prize in Contemporary Art Lineup
Ten Florida-based emerging and mid-career artists will be featured in this year’s exhibition.
Orlando – April 24, 2023 — This year will mark the ninth edition of the Florida Prize in Contemporary Art. Selected artists are Cara Despain, Miami; Elliot and Erick Jiménez, Miami; Akiko Kotani, Gulfport; Peggy Levison Nolan, Hollywood; Yosnier Miranda, Tampa; Reginald O’Neal, Miami; Amy Schissel, Miami; Magnus Sodamin, Miami; MJ Torrecampo, Orlando; Denise Treizman, Miami.
The Florida Prize in Contemporary Art is organized by the Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) to bring new recognition to the most progressive artists in the State. Each year OMA’s curatorial team surveys artists working throughout the State before inviting ten to participate. One artist will receive a $20,000 award made possible with the generous support of local philanthropists Gail and Michael Winn.
Artists range from emerging to mid-career, often with distinguished records of exhibitions and awards that reflect recognition at national and international levels. In all cases, they are artists who are engaged in exploring significant ideas of art and culture in original and visually exciting ways. The Florida Prize in Contemporary Art underscores the commitment of the OMA to the art of our time and to supporting artists who live and work in our State.
The exhibition is the result of intensive research and review of hundreds of artists each year. While always limiting the selection to just 10 artists is difficult, it allows the museum to feature each artist in depth. Artists present multiple works from recent years or large-scale installations created on-site that give visitors a fuller understanding of their vision and accomplishment. As a survey exhibition, the Florida Prize always brings together artists of diverse backgrounds and varying practices. It is a snapshot of the State’s cultural vitality seen through some of the most compelling work being done here and now.
The exhibition opening Preview Party will be on Friday, June 2, 2023, from 6:00 to 10:00 PM. As in previous iterations, this highly popular ticketed event will feature a sampling of the culinary artistry of Central Florida’s most sensational restaurants and caterers. Each offering will be inspired by one of the ten Florida Prize artists. The artist selected to receive the Prize will be announced at the opening party. Guests will have the opportunity to cast a "People's Choice" vote for their favorite artist, which includes a $2,500 award. Funds from the event will support the Florida Prize exhibition and education programs.
Media Preview
June 2, 2023 | 11:00 am–12:00 pm, Media Preview.
June 2, 2023 | 6:00 pm–10:00 pm, The Florida Prize Preview Party
Contact Maureen Walsh, Marketing and Communications Manager, for more information on the Florida Prize in Contemporary Art, the artists, our sponsors, and the opening Preview Party. Email mwalsh@omart.org or call 407-896-4231 ext. 233.