Lukas Maksay from the Dresden Academy of Fine Arts (HfBK Dresden) has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious Caspar David Friedrich Prize for 2025. The jury made their decision following a competitive application process for the renowned annual award.

The Caspar David Friedrich Prize represents one of Germany's most significant honors in the visual arts, named after the famous 19th-century Romantic landscape painter. The award recognizes outstanding achievement and promising talent in the field of fine arts.

Maksay's selection reflects his exceptional artistic capabilities and potential as demonstrated through his work at the Dresden Academy of Fine Arts. The academy, known as HfBK Dresden, is one of Germany's leading institutions for fine arts education and has produced numerous acclaimed artists throughout its history.

The announcement of Maksay as the 2025 prize winner highlights the continuing tradition of recognizing emerging artistic talent through this prestigious award program. The prize serves to support and encourage the next generation of artists following in the footsteps of Caspar David Friedrich's artistic legacy.