In Pictures: Work of 2012 Turner Prize shortlisted artists

An exhibit by the artist Spartacus Chetwynd Credit: Philip Toscano/PA Wire

The work of the four artists shortlisted for this year's Turner Prize will be showcased at the Tate Britain from the 2 October 2012- 6 January 2013.

The £25,000 Turner Prize is presented to an artist under 50, living, working or born in Britain for an outstanding exhibition in the previous 12 months.

Spartacus Chetwynd, Luke Fowler, Paul Noble and Elizabeth Price are the four shortlisted artists.

The winner will be announced on Monday 3 December 2012 during a live broadcast on Channel 4.

Spartacus Chetwynd was nominated for her solo exhibition at Sadie Coles HQ, London.

Chetwynd makes paintings, and also produces carnivalesque performances and sculptural installations utilising handmade costumes and sets.

A live puppet show depicting the tale of Jesus and Barrabas by the artist Spartacus Chetwynd Credit: Philip Toscano/PA Wire

Elizabeth Prince has been nominated for her solo exhibition at BALTIC, Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead, in which she presented a trilogy of video installations.

An image from Elizabeth Price's exhibition Credit: Tate Britain/Elizabeth Price

Paul Noble was nominated for his solo exhibition at Gagosian Gallery, London, which featured detailed drawings of the fictional metropolis Nobson Newtown.

A member of the public walks past a large scale drawing by Paul Noble Credit: Philip Toscano/PA Wire
A sculpture by Paul Noble Credit: Philip Toscano/PA Wire

Luke Fowler was nominated for his solo exhibition at Inverleith House, Edinburgh, which showcased his new film exploring the life and work of Scottish psychiatrist, R.D. Laing.

A member of the public looks at photos by Luke Fowler Credit: Philip Toscano/PA Wire