Two artists over 50 are among finalists for the prestigious Turner Prize, famed for launching the careers of Damien Hirst and other members of the "Young British Artists" generation. Organizers have removed an upper age limit of 50 for nominees, a restriction in place since 1991. Founded in 1984, the prize goes to a U.K.-based artist and often sparks debate about the value of modern art. (Hurvin Anderson)Lubaina HimidHimid is ​one of the U.K.'s leading black female artists. Himid's work came to prominence in 1980s during the U.K.'s Black Art movement.

Source: CBC News May 03, 2017 18:22 UTC