The six finalists will be featured in a curated group exhibition at the Yukon Arts Centre Gallery, opening on September 11.
The Yukon Prize for Visual Arts has announced its six finalists for the 2025 award, chosen from a pool of 60 talented Yukon artists. The selected artists are Jane Isakson, Meshell Melvin, Randi Nelson, Jeneen Frei Njootli, Aubyn O'Grady, and Jackie Olson.
In an interview with CHOH-FM, Meshell Melvin, a dedicated artist with 35 years of experience, expressed heartfelt gratitude for being selected as a finalist for the Yukon Prize for Visual Arts.
Melvin revealed that art has played a profound role in her life, serving as a vital outlet for healing during her childhood.
"There is something healing in the art of creation as being creative sort of saved a difficult childhood for me. I do believe that a lot of us who are creative beings come from difficult roots."
Melvin's emotional connection to creativity has driven her passion for art, making this recognition all the more meaningful.
The six finalists will be featured in a curated group exhibition at the Yukon Arts Centre Gallery, opening on September 11. The recipient of the $20,000 Yukon Prize will be announced during the Yukon Prize Festival Weekend, taking place October 3-5, 2025.
The Yukon Prize for Visual Arts aims to promote Yukon visual arts and foster connections between Yukon artists and the broader Canadian arts community.

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