Peterborough artist Rene Matić named among top 30 most inspiring young people in UK
Peterborough-born artist Rene Matić has been named among the top 30 most inspiring young people in the UK.
Rene, who is the second youngest ever nominee for the Turner Prize, has been included in the Sunday Times’ Young Power List 2026, which is published on April 19.
It states that Rene is known for their artwork that ‘explores identity, belonging and Britishness through photography, sound and installation.’
Matić was born to an English mother and an Irish-St Lucian father in Peterborough and studied fine art at Central Saint Martins.
Their art was acquired by the Tate in 2021 and put on permanent display in 2023.
In the Sunday Times’ listing, Rene features among chart-topping musicians and world-class athletes to rising political figures, entrepreneurs and cultural stars.
They include Lionesses’ star Alessia Russo, renowned musician Raye (Rachel Keen) and actress Ellie Goldstein, Lincolnshire athlete Amy Hunt and Northampton Saints and England rugby player Henry Pollock.
Hannah Swerling, The Sunday Times’ commissioning editor, said: “The rules of success are being rewritten by a new generation of British talent.
"Our Young Power List winners are fighting for social change, building thriving businesses, breaking sporting records and lighting up the world stage.
"All 30 are at the forefront of a new era of British excellence.”
Rene has been approached for a response.