We are thrilled to announce the Women in Art Prize Raffle 2026 — your chance to win a signed, numbered polymer gravure print by Dame Tracey Emin, valued at £6,000, while directly supporting women artists across the UK.
Women in Art Prize winner Bianca Raffaella recently appeared on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, bringing national attention to her tactile painting practice and to wider conversations around access, disability, and contemporary art. The interview places her work and ideas at the centre of public cult
We are so very excited to welcome Jo Brooks as the Head of Public Relations (Honorary) , Jo Brooks will provide strategic communications guidance, media relations expertise, and publicity support to elevate the visibility and impact of Women in Art Prize. Her extensive network and deep understanding
The British Library Piggot Theatre provided a magnificent backdrop for the eighth annual Women in Art Prize ceremony last month, and the atmosphere was electric. What began as a platform for emerging female artists has evolved into one of the most anticipated dates in the contemporary art calendar –
The Women in Art Prize: Overall Winner and The Printing Prize Bianca Raffaella is a British artist, activist, and public speaker whose ethereal paintings invite viewers into a world shaped by memory, touch, and fragmented perception. As a registered blind artist, Raffaella works from sensory cues ra
⭐ REMINDER: Set your Featured Image! Use the Marlene Dumas / Christie’s auction image as your featured image. Find “Featured Image” in the right sidebar panel. (Delete this yellow box before publishing) From record-breaking auction sales to major museum retrospectives, 2025 has been a transformative
We are delighted to announce Katy Richfield as Curatorial Advisor for the Women in Art Prize 2026. Katy is an accomplished art curator and specialist with over 20 years of experience spanning leading galleries, auction houses, and museums across the globe. Her expertise covers contemporary, modern,
We are thrilled to announce Arngunnur Ýr Gylfadóttir as the Honorary Chairwoman of the Women in Art Prize. With over two decades of experience shaping the contemporary art landscape, Arngunnur brings exceptional vision and commitment to our mission of championing women artists worldwide. As Creative
We are delighted to welcome Edie Jones as a Judge for the Women in Art Prize 2026. Edie is the Director of Marketing and Communications at Saatchi Yates Gallery in London, where she leads the gallery’s brand strategy, press relations, and digital engagement. Under her direction, Saatchi Yates has cu
We are delighted to welcome Sophie Parker as Photography Judge for the Women in Art Prize 2026. Sophie is the Director of Photo London, one of the world’s leading photography fairs. Having joined the fair in 2018 as Gallery Development Manager, she was appointed Associate Director in 2021 before tak
Women Artists Market Report 2024 – Expanded Edition Executive Summary 1. Market Overview 1.1 Global Market Share Growth The women artists market has demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth in 2023-2024, continuing the trajectory of increased representation and market value established in recen
The Women In Art Prize is proud to announce that The Paula Rego Estate (@paularegostudio) will be supporting The Women In Art Prize Paula Rego was a prominent Portuguese-British artist known for her powerful and provocative paintings and pastels that often explored themes of gender, identity, and th
Tracey Emin/Edvard Munch: The Loneliness of the Soul The Royal Academy of Arts (RA) has long been a prestigious venue for exhibitions that explored the intersections of artistic expression across time and medium. One notable exhibition brought together the works of contemporary British artist Tracey
In 2025, the significance of recognising and celebrating women artists throughout history to uplift current creators has never been more pronounced. When the Tate Modern unveiled its new extension in 2016, an impressive half of the additional gallery space was dedicated to women artists, elevating t
Catherine Hunt is an Art Patron and Collector. Strategist for a range of multidisciplinary Artists, galleries & platforms. We welcome Catherine as a strategic consultant on a voluntary basis,Catherine leverages her expertise to shape policies that promote gender equality in the arts sector. She is a
See It Made See It Displayed Live Artists – 19 February Exhibition Ends. Brought to you by Women in Art & Shelter An extraordinary live art event at Shelter Boutique Hampstead, in collaboration with Women in Art and Zebra One Gallery. On February 19th, six talented female artists will transform dona
in itself, innovation, determination, and perseverance in eternal combat in a man-dominated sphere of professionalism. Works by women contributors from early development to the present practice manifest not only independent representation but further challenge convention and break stereotype barrier
In the contemporary landscape of art, the representation and contributions of women have undergone significant transformation women in art Essays In the contemporary landscape of art, the representation and contributions of women have undergone significant transformations, particularly as we have e
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our completely redesigned Women in Art Prize website. This new platform reflects our growing commitment to celebrating and elevating women artists, making it easier than ever to discover opportunities and submit your work. The refreshed website showcases our
The Women in Art Prize, one of the UK’s leading platforms for celebrating female artists, will open its 2026 submissions on International Women’s Day, March 8th, 2026. This symbolic launch date reinforces the prize’s commitment to amplifying women’s voices in the contemporary art world. This year’s