Applications are currently being accepted for The Arts Family (TAF) Artist Award 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About TAF Artist Award
The TAF Artist Award 2027 is their flagship prize, recognising an established or mid-career artist whose practice has made a significant contribution to contemporary art. This award celebrates material innovation, conceptual rigor, and cultural dialogue, with a particular resonance for South Asian or Global South perspectives.
Conceived as a high-profile recognition, the TAF Artist Award amplifies the visibility of exceptional artists and positions their work within regional, national, and international contemporary art discourse.
Benefits of TAF Artist Award
- Major Exhibition – A TAF-supported exhibition, with production,
curation, and promotional support.
- Acquisition or Production Grant – Up to INR 1,50,000 to develop new
work or realize an ambitious project. Artist must submit works that
can be acquired by TAF.
- International Visibility – Opportunities to present work through TAF’s
global platforms
- Publication & Recognition – Inclusion in TAF’s annual archive,
dedicated press coverage, and feature in TAF’s digital and print
platforms
TAF Artist Award Requirements
The award is open to:
- Mid-career or established artists with a demonstrated body of work
- Artists working across any medium – visual arts, digital, interdisciplinary, performance, or socially engaged practice
- While the award prioritises alignment with South Asian or Global South narratives, exceptional artists from any context are welcome
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Have a minimum of 10 years of professional practice
- Maintain a substantial, cohesive portfolio of exhibitions, projects, or publications
- Demonstrate artistic vision, conceptual depth, and innovation in practice
- Show engagement with cultural dialogue, research, or socially meaningful practice
Application Date and Process
Submissions must be in English and include:
- Artist CV (max. 3 pages)
- Statement of Artistic Practice (max. 1,000 words)
- Portfolio of Projects (pdf document) – Images, videos, texts, or links documenting previous work
- One Professional Reference from your representing gallery -requirement
Please email your application to [email protected]
By submitting your application, you agree to our terms and conditions.
Application Deadline
15 July, 2026
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