Five Cinematic Photographers Longlisted for 2025 Aesthetica Art Prize
The 2025 Aesthetica Art Prize has longlisted five photographers whose works create cinematic experiences that go beyond conventional photography. Chrissy Lush from Nashville captures human connections in her pieces 'Three Roses' (2024) and 'Final Pearl'. Diego Fabro, hailing from Brazil and Ireland, reflects on themes of home and memory in 'Breeze and Ashes' (2017-2022) and 'Front Garden'. London-based Elisa Miller combines vintage styles in 'Dolly's Dinner' (2023) and other creations, exploring the female psyche. Set Agnew presents dreamlike environments in 'Epiphany' (2017-2023) and 'Fairy Lights'. Meg Mosley examines identity through '(Dis)content' (2022) and 'Semi-detached no. 1'. Entries for the Aesthetica Art Prize are accepted until 31 August 2026.
Key facts
- Five photographers longlisted for 2025 Aesthetica Art Prize
- Artists include Chrissy Lush, Diego Fabro, Elisa Miller, Set Agnew, Meg Mosley
- Works feature cinematic lighting, elaborate composition, and narrative depth
- Chrissy Lush explores subconscious forces in human relationships
- Diego Fabro examines home, memory, and identity between cultures
- Elisa Miller investigates female psyche and visual culture portrayal
- Set Agnew creates surreal dreamlike settings with elaborate sets
- Meg Mosley studies emotional impact of smartphones and social media
Entities
Artists
- Jeff Wall
- Todd Hido
- Gregory Crewdson
- Holly Andres
- Chrissy Lush
- Diego Fabro
- Elisa Miller
- Set Agnew
- Meg Mosley
- Emma Jacob
Institutions
- Aesthetica Art Prize
- Aesthetica Magazine
Locations
- Nashville
- United States
- Brazil
- Ireland
- France
- London
- United Kingdom