Rare are thrilled to announce that artist Jack Candy-Kemp has won the prestigious President’s Choice Award at the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (RI) 214th Exhibition!
This landmark achievement for Candy-Kemp was celebrated during the opening at the renowned Mall Galleries in London. The award was presented by RI President Juliette Losq, highlighting the exceptional quality and atmospheric depth of his work.
About the Award-Winning Painting: "I'm Still in Love with Phoebe Cates"
The winning piece, titled I'm Still in Love with Phoebe Cates, exemplifies the unique style that collectors have come to admire in Candy-Kemp’s portfolio. The painting stood out among hundreds of international submissions for its technical ability, clarity of approach, and evocative atmosphere. As the artist noted in the exhibition, the work explores themes of memory, journey, and the subtle, often overlooked spaces that connect our lives. By capturing these fleeting moments with such precision, Candy-Kemp has solidified his place as a rising talent in contemporary water-based media.
About the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours
The RI 214th Exhibition is one of the premier showcases for water-based media worldwide. Held at the historic Mall Galleries, it brings together a diverse collection of works—from traditional techniques to experimental, contemporary approaches—by both elected RI members and talented artists selected through open submission. Being recognised with the President’s Choice Award is a significant honour that reflects the high esteem in which Candy-Kemp’s work is held by his peers and the arts community.
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