MvVO ART, the leader in art platforms for emerging artists, hosted an exclusive reception on October 17th to announce the winners of the 7th annual AD ART SHOW. This prestigious event brings together the worlds of art and advertising, recognizing the creative talent behind the scenes.
The night kicked off with a panel discussion titled, "After Hours Artists: The Hidden Creative Edge in Business," moderated by AdAge's Sabrina Sanchez. Attendees then witnessed the exciting announcement of the finalists, chosen by a jury of renowned art collectors.
Taking home the top prize, the coveted AD ART SHOW Specialty Clio Award, was Danae Nunez, Associate Creative Director at Grey. Her impactful mixed-media works exploring Latino identity were a highlight of the showcase. Nunez, along with Edom Tilahum and Arturo Macouzet, had their creations displayed on the iconic Times Square billboards, courtesy of OUTFRONT Media. The top ten finalists, including established names like Arvie McKenzie and Sherina Florence, will have their work displayed on OUTFRONT billboards across the United States.
Art enthusiasts can explore and purchase works by all 100 AD ART SHOW artists through the MvVO ART e-gallery on Artsy. This year also saw the presentation of two additional awards: The AD ART SHOW Rising Artist Award to Arvie McKenzie, and the AD ART SHOW Champion of Art Award to Ogilvy for their dedication to supporting their artistic employees.
MvVO ART founder Maria van Vlodrop, reiterated the show's commitment to fostering new talent. "MvVO ART is proud to be a platform for these incredible artists," she stated. "We invite everyone to explore their work on Artsy and discover the hidden creative edge within the advertising world."