2023-07-04 18:53:34
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The Pipa Prize, one of the most prestigious recognitions of Brazilian contemporary art, is back announcing the winners of the 2023 edition. Brazil and abroad.
Created in 2007, the Pipa Prize has become a reference in the artistic scene over the years, consolidating itself as an important catalyst for contemporary artists seeking visibility and recognition. With an inclusive approach, the award welcomes diverse forms of expression, such as painting, sculpture, installation, performance, video art and much more.
The award dynamics takes place in stages, from the nomination of the artists to the consecration of the great winner. The selection of participants is made by a committee made up of specialists and renowned art critics, who analyze the work of dozens of national artists and pre-select those who stood out in the contemporary art scene.
After selecting the nominees – and in this edition there were 73 artists, of which 61 were nominated for the first time – the award enters its second phase, known as Popular Voting. At this stage, the public has the opportunity to meet and vote for their favorite artists through the official Pipa Prize website. Public participation is crucial as popular vote helps determine finalists and the overall winner.
The finalists, chosen by the sum of popular votes and the evaluation of the committee, have their works exhibited in a special exhibition, which takes place in a virtual and in-person way, which will be held at the Imperial Palace in Rio de Janeiro between September 9th and November 12th still this year. The exhibition gives the public the opportunity to see the artists’ creations up close and immerse themselves in a universe of unique and provocative artistic expressions.
The 2023 Pipa Prize award ceremony is the highlight of the event. During the ceremony, the winners in the different categories are revealed and the grand prize winner is announced. In addition to recognition and prestige, the winning artists receive a cash prize that helps in their careers and in the continuity of their artistic projects.
We present the awarded artists, announced by Luiz Camillo Osorio, curator of the PIPA Institute:
Tupinambá Glacier (BA) is a Brazilian indigenous artist born in the Serra do Padeiro village, located in the Tupinambá de Olivença Indigenous Land, in the south of the state of Bahia. In addition to being a visual artist, she is also a community leader and activist involved in a variety of social issues, including education, productive village organization, social services and women’s rights.
Glicéria’s academic background includes a degree in Intercultural Indigenous Studies from the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Bahia (IFBA). She is currently studying for a Masters in Social Anthropology at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ). Her artistic work reflects her indigenous identity and her daily struggles, exploring themes such as memory, ancestry and resistance. Using different media and languages, Glicéria seeks to value and disseminate the culture and knowledge of her people through her art.
Helo Sanvoy (GO) holds a master’s degree in Visual Poetics from the School of Communications and Arts at the University of São Paulo (ECA/USP). The artist also has a degree in Visual Arts from the Faculty of Visual Arts of the Federal University of Goiás (FAV/UFG). In addition to her individual artistic practice, Helô is part of the performance collective EmpreZa Groupin which he researches the poetics of the body and its manifestations.
His art is marked by experimentation with different materials and the exploration of innovative artistic processes and languages. Helô has participated in individual and collective exhibitions in several institutions and spaces in Brazil, demonstrating his capacity for unique artistic expression. His work often provokes reflections on corporeality, identity and the relationship between body and space.
Iagor Peres (RJ) is an artist from Rio de Janeiro whose work encompasses sculpture, video, installation and performance. Her artistic practice is marked by an incessant quest to question conventional notions of visuality and explore other visible and invisible dimensions that permeate our spatial relationships.
collective member Carni-Black and Indigenous Art Collective, Iagor brings in his art a critical approach to the reality and experience of black and indigenous populations in Brazil. His work often incorporates synthetic and organic elements, creating amorphous and unpredictable materialities that stimulate the viewer’s reflection and sensitivity. He has already received awards and participated in artistic residencies in Brazil and abroad, consolidating himself as an important figure in the contemporary art scene.
Luana Vitra (MG) holds a degree in Plastic Arts from Escola Guignard (UEMG). In addition to being a visual artist, she is an art teacher, dancer, researcher and independent curator. Her work encompasses different media, including painting, drawing, collage and urban intervention.
With a vibrant and expressive style, Luana seeks to explore the complexities of the human experience, often addressing issues of gender, identity and memory. Her work transits between the personal and the collective, inviting the public to reflect on their own narratives and experiences. Luana has participated in individual and group exhibitions in several galleries and art institutions in Brazil, increasing her visibility and contributing to contemporary artistic dialogue.
Giovanna Gregorio holds a degree in Art: History, Criticism and Curatorship from PUC-SP. Independent researcher and critic.
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