As the AIB Prize comes into its tenth year, with past winners representing some of Ireland’s most promising artists of the decade, it is time to reflect on where Irish art is going, what might survive in the challenging economic times ahead and how young contemporary Irish artists can position themselves to achieve recognition.

As the AIB Prize comes into its tenth year, with past winners representing some of Ireland’s most promising artists of the decade, it is time to reflect on where Irish art is going, what might survive in the challenging economic times ahead and how young contemporary Irish artists can position themselves to achieve recognition.