The Sobey Art Foundation and the National Gallery of Canada are pleased to present the longlist of 25 nominees for the 2019 Sobey Art Award, Canada’s prestigious contemporary art prize that recognizes and supports emerging artists from across the country.
I am so proud of the 2019 Sobey Art Award jury for its work on a compelling and provocative longlist of Canadian artists. This year’s list is certain to stimulate curiosity and debate.
– Josée Drouin-Brisebois Senior Curator of Contemporary Art, National Gallery of Canada and Chair of the 2019 Sobey Art Award Jury
