Camille Henrot receives 2014 Nam June Paik Award with €25,000 prize
French artist Camille Henrot secured the 2014 Nam June Paik Award, which includes a €25,000 prize. Manuel Graf was honored with the Nam June Paik Newcomer Award, receiving €15,000. The selection was determined by an exhibition featuring four shortlisted artists. Alongside Henrot, the shortlist included Ulf Aminde from Germany, Cory Arcangel from the United States, and the British duo Thomson & Craighead. Their works were displayed in a dedicated exhibition that served as the basis for the jury's decision. The awards recognize significant contributions to contemporary art, continuing the legacy of pioneering video artist Nam June Paik. Henrot's recognition follows her exhibition 'The Pale Fox' at London's Chisenhale Gallery, which was reviewed by the publication. The 2014 awards highlight emerging and established talents in the international art scene.
Key facts
- Camille Henrot won the 2014 Nam June Paik Award
- The award includes a €25,000 prize
- Manuel Graf received the Nam June Paik Newcomer Award
- The newcomer award includes €15,000
- Four artists were shortlisted for the award
- The shortlist included Ulf Aminde, Cory Arcangel, and Thomson & Craighead
- The award decision was based on works shown in an exhibition
- Henrot previously exhibited at Chisenhale Gallery in London
Entities
Artists
- Camille Henrot
- Manuel Graf
- Ulf Aminde
- Cory Arcangel
- Thomson & Craighead
- Nam June Paik
Institutions
- Chisenhale Gallery
- ArtReview
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- United States
- France