Awards

HM Queen Sonja Art Foundation was established in 2011 to generate interest in and promote the development of graphic art. The Foundation presents three awards every other year. With its focus on international graphic art in all its expressions and techniques, the Queen Sonja Print Awards are set to become the most prestigious prizes within this field of contemporary art.

Today, the Queen Sonia Print Award has become one of the world’s leading award for graphic art. Artists from all over the world are nominated for this prestigious prize, reflecting the breadth of contemporary printmaking around the world. The HM Queen Sonja Art Foundation has developed a strong professional profile by collaborating with international art institutions and curators around the world. With a network of international experts and highly recognized jury members, the award hopes to continue reaching strikingly talented artists who can carry the award forward and make it the most prestigious printmaking prize in the world.