This year’s LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize is accompanied by a striking series of still-life images created by Ilaria Orsini c/o BIRD PRODUCTION. Through her meticulously composed and highly sculptural visual language, the photographer translates the values of the renowned award into a contemporary photographic narrative, creating the key visuals for the LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize 2026.
Orsini’s artful still lifes reflect the central themes of the prize: materiality, craftsmanship, innovation, and the transformation of traditional techniques through a contemporary lens. Balancing precision with atmosphere, her imagery captures the dialogue between craft, design, and art while giving the campaign a distinctive visual identity.
Presented this year in Singapore, the LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize 2026 brings together 30 shortlisted works selected from more than 5,100 submissions from around the world. Spanning a wide range of materials and disciplines, the finalists demonstrate exceptional technical skill, innovation, and artistic vision. The 2026 prize has been awarded to South Korean artist Jongjin Park, whose work stood out among the 30 finalists for its compelling combination of craftsmanship and contemporary expression.
Founded in 1988 by Enrique Loewe, a fourth-generation member of LOEWE’s founding family, the LOEWE FOUNDATION is dedicated to promoting creativity, education, and cultural heritage across the fields of art, craft, design, photography, poetry, and dance. Today, under the direction of Sheila Loewe, the Foundation continues its international commitment to supporting artistic excellence and innovation.