Maison Perrier announces the launch of its first-ever Art Prize, a groundbreaking mentorship program designed to support and elevate emerging artistic talent. The inaugural edition will see celebrated contemporary artist Amoako Boafo take on the role of mentor, offering an unparalleled opportunity for creative guidance and international exposure.
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The Maison Perrier Art Prize reflects the brand's long-standing commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in the arts. Applications are open now via maisonperrier.fr until 31 March 2026, 11:59 p.m. CET. A distinguished international jury will review submissions in April, with the final selection of the global winner made by Boafo in May 2026.
The jury boasts an extraordinary line up of global art leaders, including Laurent Le Bon, President of the Centre Pompidou (Paris); Cathia Lawson-Hall, Co-founder of the Centre Pompidou's Africa Acquisitions Committee; Fabrice Bousteau, renowned art critic and editor-in-chief of Beaux Arts Magazine; Thomas E. Moore III, Executive Director of the American Friends of the Louvre; and Jimena Blázquez Abascal, Director of the Centro Andaluz de Arte Contemporáneo (Seville).
The prize offers a unique combination of mentorship, creative exploration, and tangible support for the winner's practice. The winning artist will benefit from:
- A personal mentorship with Amoako Boafo
- A 6-week residency at dot.ateliers in Accra, Ghana
- Up to €40,000 in total compensation
- A limited-edition artwork featured on Maison Perrier packaging
By merging professional guidance, international visibility, and a supportive creative environment, the Maison Perrier Art Prize promises to be a transformative milestone in the careers of emerging artists worldwide. This initiative highlights the brand's dedication to nurturing innovation and fostering cross-cultural artistic exchange on a global stage.
Applications are open to artists internationally, and the program represents a rare opportunity to develop both craft and vision under the guidance of one of the most influential contemporary artists today.
More information:
Maison Perrier
www.maisonperrier.fr
