Edvard Munch Art Award 2015-2019

The Edvard Munch Art Award (EMAA) is an acknowledgement of Edvard Munch's historical significance and enduring relevance to contemporary culture. The award shall contribute to promote the development of outstanding international talents within visual arts.

The award will be given to an emerging visual artist, no older than 40 years of age, who has demonstrated exceptional talent within the last five years.

The award consists of a prize of NOK 500 000 ($65,000 USD), a solo exhibition of the recipient's work at the new MUNCH in Oslo, Norway and a residency in conjunction with Edvard Munch’s studio in Oslo.

The prize was awarded three times — to Camille Henrot (2015), Kerstin Brätsch (2017), and Lawrence Abu Hamdan (2019). It has since been replaced by the MUNCH Award.