The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) will present the 2025 Florida Prize in Contemporary Art exhibition, its biggest show of the year, celebrating the state's most innovative artists. The eleventh annual exhibition features ten selected artists: Nathalie Alfonso, Eddie Arroyo, Leo Castañeda, Kelly Joy Ladd, Amanda Linares, Kandy G. Lopez, Jiha Moon, Troy Simmons, Cornelius Tulloch, and Lisu Vega. An opening preview party on May 30 will include the announcement of one artist receiving a $20,000 prize, while a $5,000 "People's Choice" award will be decided by public vote throughout the summer, with the winner revealed at the closing ceremony on August 21.
This exhibition matters because it provides a significant platform for contemporary artists from across Florida, offering both critical recognition and substantial financial support through its prize structure. The inclusion of a public voting component engages the local community directly in the art selection process, strengthening the connection between the museum and its audience. As OMA's largest exhibition of the year, it underscores the museum's commitment to showcasing regional talent and reinforcing Florida's place in the broader contemporary art landscape.