Hend Samir Wins 14th ABN AMRO Art Award
Hend Samir has been awarded the ABN AMRO Art Award for its fourteenth edition. Born in 1986, the jury lauded her as a true painter with exceptional skill, noting that her mysterious artworks delve into universal subjects such as trauma, sexuality, family dynamics, and cohabitation. This accolade aims to uplift emerging female artists in the Netherlands, granting them exposure to broader audiences. As part of her recognition, Samir will showcase her work at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam beginning on March 5, 2027, followed by an exhibition at the ABN AMRO Art Space later that same year. The jury commended her genuine style and her fluid transition between intimate canvases and large-scale pieces.
Key facts
- Hend Samir won the 14th ABN AMRO Art Award.
- Samir was born in 1986.
- The jury described her as a 'painter pur sang' with virtuosic technique.
- Her work addresses trauma, sexuality, family relationships, and cohabitation.
- The award supports promising female artists in the Netherlands.
- Samir will have an exhibition at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam on March 5, 2027.
- She will also exhibit at the ABN AMRO Art Space later in 2027.
- The jury praised her authentic style and range from small to large canvases.
Entities
Artists
- Hend Samir
Institutions
- ABN AMRO Art Award
- Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam
- ABN AMRO Art Space
Locations
- Netherlands
- Amsterdam