The inaugural “MGM Discoveries Art Prize”, presented by MGM in collaboration with Art Basel Hong Kong, announced its first-ever winner today: Shin Min, represented by P21 (Seoul).  The award recognizes the originality and innovation of emerging international artists, aiming to amplify their visibility in the global art world.

The award ceremony was held at the MGM Lounge during Art Basel Hong Kong 2025. Mr. Kenneth Feng, President and Executive Director of MGM China Holdings Limited， and Ms. Angelle Siyang-Le, Director of Art Basel Hong Kong, presented the prize.

Mr. Kenneth Feng,“ MGM and Art Basel Hong Kong share a common vision of fostering global artistic and cultural development. The joint establishment of the ‘MGM Discoveries Art Prize’ is a commitment to discovering emerging artists and celebrate their originality and creativity, offering a platform to thrive their potential and grow. In addition, through the international cultural endeavours, Macau is uniting closely with Hong Kong and the global stage, expanding Macau’s global network and exchange.”

Ms. Angelle Siyang-Le said, “To further amplify our support the art ecosystem in the region, and nurture new talent, we are pleased to announce Shin Min, represented by P21, as the first winner of the MGM Discoveries Art Prize. Our esteemed international jury selected Shin Min from a remarkable pool of artists showcased in the Discoveries Sector, which highlights emerging artists and galleries through solo presentations of recent projects. We extend our sincere gratitude to MGM for their invaluable support, as well as to all the artists, galleries, and jury members involved in the award ceremony.”

The inaugural MGM Discoveries Art Prize judging panel consisted of five international arts and culture experts. Drawing on their diverse cultural backgrounds, artistic vision, and professional expertise, the panel selected Shin Min as the first winner.

Shin Min captivated the jury with her groundbreaking installation, Ew! There is hair in the food!!. She uses potent symbolism and personal experiences to confront societal norms and systemic injustices.  She hopes this work will serve as a powerful tool to raise societal awareness and ultimately improve working conditions for the public.

In recognition of her achievement, Shin Min and her representing gallery, P21(Seoul), received a prize of USD 50,000 and the opportunity to be invited by MGM to hold an exhibition and engage in artistic exchanges in Macau.

On the same day, MGM hosted an exclusive Art Basel Hong Kong guided tour for around 50 Macau’s cultural and educational leaders and representatives, including Leong Wai Man, Director of the Macao Government Tourism Office of the Macao SAR Government. They appreciated world-class artworks and discovered the latest trends in the international art scene, inspiring new ideas and momentum for the development of arts and culture in Macau.

Looking ahead, MGM remains committed to bringing fresh art perspectives to Macau and the Greater Bay Area through the “MGM Discoveries Art Prize” and a variety of international art and cultural activities. By inspiring the next generation of artists, MGM aims to nurture creative talent and contribute to the growth of the Greater Bay Area’s art and cultural landscape.

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Photo Captions:

01ab Shin Min, the first winner of “MGM Discoveries Art Prize”, receives the award from Mr. Kenneth Feng, President and Executive Director of MGM China Holdings Limited, and Ms. Angelle Siyang-Le, Director of Art Basel Hong Kong.

02ab MGM hosted an exclusive Art Basel Hong Kong guided tour for Macau’s cultural and educational leaders and representatives.

03   Shin Min’s project at Art Basel Hong Kong 2025 Discoveries sector.

About MGM

MGM is an abbreviation for MGM China Holdings Limited (HKEx: 2282) and is a leading developer, owner and operator of gaming and lodging resorts in Greater China. We are the holding company of MGM Grand Paradise, SA which holds one of the six gaming concessions to run casino games in Macau. MGM Grand Paradise, SA owns and operates MGM MACAU, the award-winning premium integrated resort located on the Macau Peninsula and MGM COTAI, a contemporary luxury integrated resort in Cotai. 

MGM MACAU is a Forbes Five-Star luxury integrated resort inspired by the arts with every element of the resort infused with creativity and style. MGM MACAU has approximately 600 guest rooms and suites and boasts a number of distinguishing features, including the architecturally stunning European-inspired Grande Praça, housed under a soaring glass ceiling. The POLY MGM MUSEUM spanning almost 2,000 square meters, is constructed in accordance with Chinese national standards for the exhibition of Grade-One cultural relics. MGM MACAU’s world class facilities also include conference and event facilities, spa, and seven signature restaurants and bars to fulfill any gastronomic craving. Our property is conveniently located on the Macau Peninsula and is directly connected to the luxury retail shopping complex, One Central.

Designed as the “jewelry box” of Cotai, MGM COTAI offers approximately 1,400 hotel rooms and suites, meeting space, high end spa, retail offerings, food and beverage outlets as well as the first international Mansion at MGM for the ultimate luxury experience.  MGM has joined hands with renowned Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou to set up the “Macau 2049” residency in MGM Theater. The Spectacle at MGM COTAI becomes the record holder of the largest free-span gridshell glazed roof (self-supporting) on January 19, 2019, making it the first architectural and structural GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for Macau, China. MGM COTAI is being developed to drive greater product diversification and bring more advanced and innovative forms of entertainment to Macau as it grows as a global tourist destination. MGM COTAI is the only mega complex and hotel in Macau to gain three-star certification in both Green Building Design and Operation Label, as well as the first hotel in the Greater Bay Area and second in Greater China to receive the certifications.

MGM China is majority owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands including Bellagio, ARIA, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and Park MGM. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's website at www.mgmresorts.com.

About Art Basel 

Founded in 1970 by gallerists from Basel, Art Basel today stages the world’s premier art shows for Modern and contemporary art, sited in Basel, Miami Beach, Hong Kong, and Paris. Defined by its host city and region, each show is unique, which is reflected in its participating galleries, artworks presented, and the content of parallel programming produced in collaboration with local institutions for each edition. Art Basel’s engagement has expanded beyond art fairs through new digital platforms including the Art Basel App and initiatives such as the Art Basel and UBS Global Art

Market Report and the Art Basel Awards. Art Basel’s Global Lead Partner is UBS. For further information, please visit artbasel.com.

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