Rosana Paulino Awarded $25,000 Jane Lombard Prize for Art and Social Justice
Artist Rosana Paulino was awarded the $25,000 Jane Lombard Prize for Art and Social Justice today, recognizing her impactful work exploring themes of race, gender, and memory.
The prize, announced on October 20, 2025, celebrates Paulino’s multidisciplinary practice, which encompasses drawing, sculpture, and installation. Her work often incorporates materials with historical and cultural significance, particularly relating to the African diaspora and Brazilian history. The Jane Lombard Prize specifically supports artists whose work engages with pressing social issues.
Paulino’s artistic process frequently involves research and collaboration with communities, resulting in pieces that challenge conventional narratives and promote dialogue. She is known for her intricate paper cuttings and installations that explore the complexities of identity and belonging. This award will allow Paulino to further develop her research and create new works addressing critical social concerns, potentially influencing contemporary artistic discourse on these topics. More information about the prize and its past recipients can be found at the Jane Lombard Prize website.
The selection committee praised Paulino’s “powerful and poetic exploration of history and its impact on the present.” The Jane Lombard Prize is administered by The Vera List Center for Art and Politics at The New School, a leading institution dedicated to fostering socially engaged art. You can learn more about The New School’s commitment to art and social justice here.
Officials stated that Paulino will present a public program in conjunction with the prize, further expanding the reach of her work and its message.
