There are moments in an artist’s journey that feel like quiet milestones. They do not arrive with noise or spectacle, but with a sense of stillness, as if life pauses for a moment to acknowledge the path taken. Receiving a Certificate of Artistic Achievement from the Luxembourg Art Prize is one of those moments for me.
What the Luxembourg Art Prize Represents
The Luxembourg Art Prize was created to reveal and support artists from around the world, giving visibility to those whose work may not yet have crossed international borders. It is open to all, regardless of age or background, and is judged by a professional jury of curators and directors committed to contemporary creation.
For many artists, this competition is a way to be seen and understood beyond their immediate circle, to stand in front of people who look at art with trained, curious eyes.
The Work I Chose to Share
This year, I submitted my drawing Rassegnazione al dolore, a deeply personal piece that carries with it the story of loss, memory and the human capacity to endure. If you wish to read its full story, you can find it here.
Alongside this drawing, I shared a broader portfolio so the jury could understand my artistic language in its entirety. Many of these pieces are also on my website if you are curious to explore them: Pause, Fragments, Timeless, The Silence of Wool N.001, Dioribbon, and Look at Me N.001.
Receiving the Certificate of Artistic Achievement
Being awarded the Certificate of Artistic Achievement for the second time is meaningful to me not only as recognition but as a gentle affirmation that the way I draw, the themes I explore and the emotions I try to honour find resonance beyond my own world.
The official certificate I was honoured with is available here if you wish to view it.
Why This Recognition Matters
Recognition in the art world often arrives quietly. It is not about hierarchy or competition. It is about being part of a larger conversation, one that values craftsmanship, emotion and sincerity.
Competitions like the Luxembourg Art Prize help create those conversations. They connect artists with professionals who look for authenticity, depth and vision. They also offer a space where an artist’s inner world can be seen without explanation, without justification, simply through the work itself.
A Gentle Encouragement to Continue
For me, this acknowledgment is a reminder to continue creating with intention, to trust the slow rhythm of drawing and to honour the stories that rise through my hands. It gives me a sense of grounded encouragement, the kind that does not push louder but steadier, inviting me to keep refining the quiet language that defines my practice.
Looking Ahead
If you follow me on Instagram, you might have seen that I was also selected as one of the one hundred women for The Woman Artist Award Fifth Edition by the Arts to Hearts Project. They are currently preparing a publication dedicated to the selected artists.
It will be the first time my work appears in print, and I am looking forward to sharing more about this journey soon. If you wish to stay updated, you can sign up for my newsletter.
Thank you for reading, and for allowing me to share this moment with you.
