Paul Butterworth is a contemporary painter working in hard-edged geometric abstraction. His work has been recognised through national selection and exhibition, including the CCA Galleries Emerging Artist Award (2026), consecutive Jackson’s Art Prize Extended Longlists (2025 & 2026), and shortlisting for the RISE Emerging Artist Prize (2025 & 2026). He was previously winner of The Graduate Art Show, Vanner Gallery, Salisbury (2025).

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Selected Recognition

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Shortlisted — CCA Galleries Emerging Artist Award (2026)
Shortlisted — RISE Emerging Artist Prize (2025 & 2026)
Extended Longlist — Jackson’s Art Prize (2025 & 2026)
Winner — The Graduate Art Show, Vanner Gallery, Salisbury (2025)