One of the most exciting art awards to be launched in Singapore, The Prudential Eye Awards (Jan 18, Crescent Room, 2/F Suntec City Mall, 3 Temasek Blvd.,6822-1537) is founded by the Global Eye Programme, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting emerging artists, established by Parallel Contemporary Art in collaboration with the revered Saatchi Gallery. Not only will main prizes be given out in both local and international categories, but additional awards including excellence by an emerging gallery in greater Asia and outstanding contribution by an artist to Asian contemporary art will also be announced. A prominent art exhibition featuring shortlisted artists from the inaugural Prudential Eye Awards spanning photography, painting, sculpture, installation and digital/video will also take place from Jan 16-Feb 5, daily from 10am-10pm.
