UOB Painting of the Year
Inaugurated in 1982, the annual art competition is the longest-running in Singapore and one of the most recognised in Southeast Asia.
Held in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, the competition aims to uncover the next generation of great Southeast Asian artists, and contribute to greater awareness and appreciation of art.
Watch the 41st UOB Painting of the Year Virtual Awards Ceremony Click here
Visit SkyArtverse by UOB in Decentraland, the first immersive art theme park in the metaverse, to view the winning artworks from the 2022 UOB Painting of the Year Click here
Watch the 41st UOB Painting of the Year launch Click here
Watch the 40th UOB Painting of the Year Virtual Awards Ceremony Click here
Held in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, the competition aims to uncover the next generation of great Southeast Asian artists, and contribute to greater awareness and appreciation of art.
Watch the 41st UOB Painting of the Year Virtual Awards Ceremony Click here
Visit SkyArtverse by UOB in Decentraland, the first immersive art theme park in the metaverse, to view the winning artworks from the 2022 UOB Painting of the Year Click here
Watch the 41st UOB Painting of the Year launch Click here
Watch the 40th UOB Painting of the Year Virtual Awards Ceremony Click here
Be the one to inspire.
Art has the power to uplift our spirits, to heal and to unify. It plays an important role in our lives, touching hearts and connecting communities.
Share with us your story on canvas and take us on a journey of imagination.
The 2022 UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year award winner will receive US$35,000 and a chance for a residency programme at the renowned Fukuoka Asian Art Museum.
This competition is open to all established and aspiring artists.
This year's programme identity design is inspired by the 2021 UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year winning artwork, Walk in Silence, Don't Walk Away in Silence by Malaysian artist, Saiful Razman.
The interconnected threads represent the strength and resilience of our social fabric as we expand our outreach to the wider community to invite more people to realise the power of art. Through the advancing movement of the vibrant visual expression, we hope to bring optimism to all as we move upward and forward together.
Congratulations to all the 2022 UOB Painting of the Year winning artists.
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