Swedish artist Lap-See Lam has received the Lise Wilhelmsen Art Award, a prestigious accolade accompanied by $100,000 and an exhibition at Henie Onstad Kunstsenter in Norway. The award recognizes her work that delves into the experiences of the Cantonese diaspora, particularly in Sweden, through various media. Lam represented the Nordic countries at the Venice Biennale and has exhibitions scheduled in various places, emphasizing her importance in contemporary art. The award honors the late Lise Wilhelmsen, initiated through a family suggestion, and aims to celebrate artistic achievement.
Lap-See Lam's work investigates narratives and mythologies surrounding the Cantonese diaspora in Europe, particularly in Sweden. Through digital media, sculpture, and immersive installations, she explores themes of cultural heritage, representation, and identity.
In the autumn of 2018, Paulina Rider Wilhelmsen suggested establishing an art award programme in Lise's name... Rider Wilhelmsen was a judge along with Michelle Kuo and Elvira Dyangani Ose.
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