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Celebrating Contemporary Drawing: The DKV-Makma National Drawing Prize Exhibition in Madrid

Discover how the DKV-Makma National Drawing Prize showcases graphic language and supports emerging artists.

The Museo ABC in Madrid presents the Premio Nacional de Dibujo DKV-Makma exhibition, marking its fifth anniversary. This special initiative, a collaboration between DKV Seguros and MAKMA magazine, champions contemporary drawing and its role in modern creation. Visitors can explore the winning works from various editions, showcasing the vibrant world of graphic art and supporting the next generation of artistic talent. The display emphasizes storytelling and illustration, bridging art with the general public.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition celebrates the fifth anniversary of the National Drawing Prize DKV-MAKMA, showcasing contemporary drawing and aiming to bring it closer to the general public. The prize, organized by DKV Seguros and MAKMA magazine, highlights graphic language as a key exponent of contemporary creation and supports emerging artists.

Curatorial context

The Museo ABC hosts an exhibition commemorating the fifth anniversary of the National Drawing Prize DKV-MAKMA, an initiative by DKV Seguros and MAKMA (a magazine for visual arts and contemporary culture). Running from October 2 to November 24, 2019, the exhibition aims to bridge contemporary drawing with the general public, utilizing the power of narrative, storytelling, and contemporary illustration. This award is part of the DKV ARTERIA art program, which champions artistic creation as a means of communication and personal development, underscoring the significance of graphic language in contemporary art. DKV's commitment to supporting emerging artists is a core aspect of this initiative, offering scholarships and awards to foster their training, production of work, and access to exhibition and commercial circuits. The exhibition proudly displays the winning works from the five editions of the prize, featuring artists Estefanía Martín Sáenz, Cristina Ramírez, Marta Beltrán, Manu Blázquez, and Consuegra Romero.

Admission and ticket notes

The page does not provide specific ticketing information for this exhibition. General museum admission may apply; visitors are advised to check the official museum website for details.

Premio Nacional de Dibujo DKV-Makma key exhibition facts

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Venue
ABC Museum of Drawing and Illustration
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Oct 2, 2019 – Nov 24, 2019
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition features the winning works from five editions of the prize by artists Estefanía Martín Sáenz, Cristina Ramírez, Marta Beltrán, Manu Blázquez, and Consuegra Romero.
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