NTD announced the winners for its 7th International Figure Painting Competition with an award ceremony at the Salmagundi Club in New York City on Jan. 22.
This week, the works of 60 finalists are on display in New York City, and two painters demonstrated their skills in a live painting event. Organizers have arranged various cultural activities for the participants.
After a review from the judges, there was no Gold Award given out this year, but four Silver Awards and five Bronze Awards were handed out.
Full List of Winners
Silver Award
“Fate” by Vu Thuy (Vietnam) “The Widow’s Mite” by Ken Corbett (USA) “Tales of Wisdom” by Clodoaldo Martins (Brazil) “The Touchstone” by Ken Young (USA)
"Fate,” 2022, by Vu Thuy. Oil on canvas; 30 inches by 46 inches. Courtesy of NTD International Figure Painting Competition
“The Widow’s Mite,” 2023, by Ken Corbett. Oil on canvas; 60 inches by 48 inches. Courtesy of NTD International Figure Painting Competition
“Tales of Wisdom,” 2025, by Clodoaldo Martins. Oil on canvas; 38 inches by 42 inches. Courtesy of NTD International Figure Painting Competition
Bronze Award
“Forced Organ Harvest” by Shao-Hang Tsai (Taiwan) “The Divine Creator” by Nik Anikis (Slovenia) “Forgiveness Sunday, Protection of the Holy Virgin Russian Orthodox Church; Hollywood, California” by Peter Adams (USA) “Soul Affinity” by Cesare Pinotti (Italy) “Brushing Death Away” by Sandra Kuck (USA)
“Brushing Death Away” by Sandra Kuck. Courtesy of NTD International Figure Painting Competition
Outstanding Technique Award
“Madame S” by Robin Williamson (USA) “Margherita” by Alessandra Marrucchi (Italy) “Isa” by Miriam Baranov (USA) “Strong Woman” by Emel Espiritu (Philippines) “Troublemakers” by Jackson Wrede (USA) “Performer” by Salony Garg (India) “Empress Dowager Cixi” by Yuehua He (China) “Contemplation” by Tatiana Zubova (Russia)
“Isa” by Miriam Baranov. NTD International Figure Painting Competition
“Empress Dowager Cixi,” 2025, by Yuehua He. Oil on canvas; 60 inches by 48 inches. Courtesy of NTD International Figure Painting Competition
Profound Humanity Award
“The Movement of Gods” by Loc Duong (Viet Nam) “The Edge of the Abyss” by Eric David Anderson (USA) “The Dilemma of the Conquest” by Sua Guerra (Cuba) “Forbearance” by Hung-Yu Chen (Taiwan) “Mirror” by Ben Li (Canada) “The Joy of That Winter Day” by Louise Lu (China) “The Girl and Golden Cracks” by Van Nguyen (Vietnam) “A Gentle Hug” by Jen Su (China) “An Intelligent Old Man” by Landen Pan (Taiwan) “And You, What Are You Doing for Peace?” by Alain Amar (France)Outstanding Youth Award
“Vicki” by Shin (China) “Break of Dawn” by Renae Wang (USA)Honorable Mention
“2020” by Jaq Grantford (Australia) “Appalachian Hymn” by Lauren Tilden (USA) “Come Fly With Me” by Ann Manry Kenyon (USA) “The Violinist” by Clo (France) “Namaste” by Jamie Lindholm (USA) “The Bride” by Linda Harris Reynolds (USA) “Mother’s Touch” by Barry DeBaun (USA) “Meadow Sweets” by Ann Manry Kenyon (USA) “Dolls” by Ayuesh Agarwal (India) “Self-Portrait at the Lake” by Egle Rizzo (Italy) “The Light in My Heart” by Dongning (USA) “Dersu Uzala” by Rostrosymundos (Spain) “Breast-feeding” by Shih-Chang Lai (Taiwan) “The Strolling Elder” by Jin-Jie Su (Taiwan) “The Cobbler” by Jung-Hsin Wei (Taiwan) “Sisters in Summerfield” by Salony Garg (India) “Crimson Figure” by Tatiana Zubova (Russia) “A Song in Her Heart” by Barry DeBaun (USA) “Paul Revere’s Ride” by Lucy X Cui (China) “Western Grace” by Wattana Bo (USA) “Bride” by Lucy Chang (China) “Portrait of My Mother-in-Law” by Egle Rizzo (Italy) “Geisha” by Fatima Melendez (Mexico)Finalists
“Mount of Transfiguration” by Ken Corbett (USA) “The Artist’s Prayer” by Ken Young (USA) “The Dishwasher” by Ken Young (USA) “Repose” by Sandra Kuck (USA) “Purple Kimono” by Sandra Kuck (USA) “Childhood Dreams” by Ann Manry Kenyon (USA) “Portrait of Ilya” by Miriam Baranov (USA) “Christ Appears in Autumn” by Eric David Anderson (USA) “The Legacy” by Ann Manry Kenyon (USA) “Call to the Resurrection of Faith” by Alain Amar (France) “The Netmaker” by Tatiana Zubova (Russia) “A Young Falun Dafa Practitioner” by Hui (Canada) “Golden Ocean Reflection—Marie” by Alexandra Telgmann (Germany) “One/Mom” by Ivan Pazlamatchev (USA) “Waiting” by Bingli (New Zealand) “Portrait of Bea in the Snow” by Egle Rizzo (Italy) “Mr. Bob Woodward” by Landen Pan (Taiwan) “Ellie on the swing” by Yu-Chin Wu (Taiwan) “Celestial Guidance” by Kathryn Ralli (USA) “The Harvest” by Faustino (USA) “Why?” by René Cheng (Mexico) “Sumi” by Mia (Taiwan) “Singer” by Karin Lueders (Germany) “The Happiness of Kindred Spirits” by Chiu-Shih (Taiwan) “Walking in God’s Path, Calling for Justice and Conscience” by Jinyu Li (Canada) “Chimney Rock 9/27/2024” by Kristen Eisenbraun (USA)
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