Congratulations to Drew Connor Holland who is a finalist in the Blake Art Prize with their work ‘excerpts (hand)’. This biennial award, now in its 69th year, celebrates the work of artists who explore religion and spirituality through their contemporary art practice. The Liverpool Powerhouse has been home to the prize since 2016, geographically situated in a diverse community of people from over 150 birthplaces, with an equally diverse range of faith backgrounds.
The winner will be announced at the opening on Friday, 1 May.
The 69th Blake Art Prize
2 May – 14 June, 2026
Liverpool Powerhouse , Sydney
Image credit: Drew Connor Holland, ‘excerpts (hand)’, 2025, synthetic polymer, toner, watercolour, graphite, oil, varnish on used bedsheets, 73.0 x 53.0 cm