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Turner Watercolour Prize

The Turner Watercolour Prize is an award given to recognize excellence in watercolor painting, honoring the best works created in this medium. Named after the famous British artist J.M.W. Turner, who was renowned for his innovative use of watercolors, the prize celebrates contemporary artists who demonstrate skill, creativity, and mastery with water-based paints. It aims to promote the watercolor medium as a serious and versatile form of artistic expression, highlighting outstanding works that push boundaries or bring new perspectives to traditional watercolor techniques.