On May 17, The Polygon Gallery opens a showcase of work by the finalists of the Philip B. Lind Emerging Artist Prize.

Established in 2016, the Philip B. Lind Emerging Artist Prize is awarded annually to an emerging BC-based artist working in mediums of film, photography, or video. While in past years, the Lind Prize was limited to BFA or MFA students, the 2019 competition has expanded its scope. For the first time, nominees have been accepted from outside academic institutions.

A jury consisting of writer and art collector Claudia Beck, Nanaimo Art Gallery curator Jesse Birch and BC artist Liz Magor chose 11 finalists from an outstanding selection of over 50 nominated portfolios.

The winner of The Lind Prize will be announced at the Opening Reception on May 21 and will receive $5,000 toward the commissioning of a new artwork to be exhibited at The Polygon Gallery in 2020. The shortlisted finalists will be on display at The Polygon Gallery until June 9.

This year, two Emily Carr alumni are finalists for the prize.