Women In Art Prize Exhibition: TAP CONTEMPORARY, CHELMSFORD

TAP Contemporary is the first gallery outside of London to host the Women in Art Prize winners, as the prestigious Prize embarks on its first-ever national tour. Presenting the work of the winners of the 9th Women in Art Prize, the exhibition brings together an exciting selection of contemporary artists working across painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking, illustration, mixed media and more.

The Women In Art Prize

The Women in Art Prize is the UK’s leading not-for-profit award dedicated to celebrating and championing women artists. Founded to help address the gender imbalance within the arts, the Prize has grown into an influential platform supporting both emerging and established artists at pivotal stages of their careers.

Over the past nine years, WIAP has provided artists with much more than recognition. Its programme offers financial awards, exhibitions, international opportunities, mentoring and professional development, helping artists develop their practices and build sustainable careers.

Our Exhibition

The 2026 finalists’ exhibition will be the first to travel nationally, opening at TAP Contemporary before continuing its journey to audiences elsewhere in the UK. For TAP Contemporary, being selected as the opening venue of the national tour is a particularly significant milestone. Hosting the Women in Art Prize provides an opportunity to bring an entirely new group of artists to the region, while giving local audiences the chance to experience work that has been recognised on a national stage.