The Loewe Foundation's 2026 Craft Prize has been awarded to Jongjin Park for his innovative work, Strata of Illusion. This Korean ceramic artist's creation challenges traditional expectations of ceramics, blending the precision of paper layering with the warmth of porcelain. Park's exploration of control and collapse, structure and yield, is a testament to the evolving nature of craft. The prize, which celebrates excellence, artistic merit, and innovation in modern craft, is a nod to Loewe's rich heritage as a craft workshop. The jury's selection of Park's work, alongside special mentions for Frafra Tapestry and Collier, showcases a disruption of classical order, highlighting the diverse and dynamic world of contemporary craft. The exhibition of all 30 shortlisted works at the National Gallery Singapore from May 13 to June 14 promises to be a captivating exploration of the boundaries of craft, where artists push the limits of what is possible, challenging our perceptions and inspiring new ways of thinking about art and design.
