Awards

Empowering emerging artists and celebrating outstanding creativity among the nation’s youth, ADMAF highlights exceptional creativity by students and recent graduates across art disciplines, providing a platform to showcase talent and gain recognition. By investing in their professional development, ADMAF aims to empower young artists and cultivate a vibrant and thriving cultural landscape.

G42 Advanced Technologies Art Award

14-August-2026

A competitive programme supporting UAE-based cross-disciplinary creatives to develop artworks that integrate advanced technologies. The award encourages projects that explore cultural heritage, reinforce national identity and engage with global conversations at the intersection of art, science and technology.

ADMAF Jewelry Design Award

20-April-2026

A unique platform for emerging jewelry designers in the UAE, renowned for bespoke collaborations and comprehensive training opportunities, paving the way towards professional excellence. The Award nurtures creativity and sets the stage for the creation of future-leading brands.

The Christo and Jeanne-Claude Award

30-January-2026

Honouring the legacy of the renowned artist duo Christo and Jeanne-Claude, the award empowers emerging artists in the UAE to push the boundaries of their creativity and produce impactful, publicly accessible works of art. In collaboration with New York University Abu Dhabi, the award gives UAE undergraduates and recent graduates the chance to create a work of art that can be publicly exhibited and enjoyed.