The 7th Forum des Artistes in Monaco is a unique showcase of local art, featuring everything from striking portraits to iconic event photos, with the Public Choice Award adding an interesting twist.
The Forum des Artistes de Monaco, organised by the Direction des Affaires Culturelles, is currently underway at the Auditorium Rainier III, open daily from 1pm to 7pm, until Thursday, 14th of November. Admission to the exhibition is free.
This annual event, established under the initiative of Monaco’s Princely Government, provides local and resident artists a platform to exhibit their work to the public. This year’s forum features over 80 artists showcasing pieces in painting, sculpture, and photography, spotlighting professional and amateur talent from the region.
In keeping with its previous editions, the forum introduces new participants and different artistic approaches, broadening the scope of creative techniques on display.
The exhibition includes a range of artwork, from paintings capturing different facets of Monaco, to collages, sculptures, and portraits of animals and well-known personalities like Frida Kahlo and Audrey Hepburn. Photographs of key moments from the past year are also on display, including images of Charles Leclerc’s victory at the Monaco Grand Prix and the Princely couple carrying the Olympic flame through the Place du Palais.
A standout feature of the event is the Public Choice Award, which invites visitors to vote for their favourite piece from the exhibition. This year, the honour went to artist Kako Micallef for the digital artwork Femmes des mondes (planète Tokyo). Micallef’s piece, which explores themes of identity and place in a global context, stood out among the varied works on display.
The award offers a way for the public to engage directly with the art and artists, giving local creators a sense of how their work resonates with audiences. Adding to the interactive experience, a message book at the entrance invites visitors to leave personal notes for the artists.
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