International law firm Ashurst and Oaktree & Tiger announce the launch of the fifth annual Ashurst Emerging Artist Prize, a major global prize for emerging artists.

To celebrate their fifth year the prize has announced new guest judges, new expert speakers to appear as part of their talks series and has further announcements to be released shortly.

The winner, selected by a judging panel of eminent art experts, collectors and art critics, will receive a £3,000 cash prize and a solo exhibition in the Ashurst Emerging Artists Gallery in London, with the winner of the sculpture prize receiving a £1,500 cash award and a solo exhibition of their work. There is also the Employee Choice Award of £1,000, chosen by Ashurst employees.