Daria Martin wins 2018 Film London Jarman Award
Daria Martin has earned the 2018 Film London Jarman Award, receiving a cash prize of £10,000. This honor, now in its 11th year, is a joint initiative with Channel 4, Whitechapel Gallery, and Genesis Cinema, aiming to uplift UK artists in moving image arts in tribute to filmmaker Derek Jarman. Martin emerged victorious from a competitive field including artists like Larry Achiampong, David Blandy, and Margaret Salmon. Adrian Wootton, the chief executive of Film London, acknowledged Martin's impactful contributions, which explore themes such as mythology, technology, and feminism. The award announcement took place on November 28, 2018.
Key facts
- Daria Martin won the 2018 Film London Jarman Award
- The prize is £10,000
- The award is presented in association with Channel 4, Whitechapel Gallery and Genesis Cinema
- The award is in its 11th year
- It was founded in memory of Derek Jarman
- Shortlisted artists included Larry Achiampong & David Blandy, Jasmina Cibic, Lawrence Lek, Hardeep Pandhal and Margaret Salmon
- Adrian Wootton is CEO of Film London
- The announcement was made on 28 November 2018
Entities
Artists
- Daria Martin
- Derek Jarman
- Larry Achiampong
- David Blandy
- Jasmina Cibic
- Lawrence Lek
- Hardeep Pandhal
- Margaret Salmon
Institutions
- Film London
- Channel 4
- Whitechapel Gallery
- Genesis Cinema
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom