The 148th edition of the Golden Demon took place in Cologne, Germany. This marked the 15th event hosted in Germany.
Artists from around the globe gathered all competing for the prestigious Golden Demon award, aiming to etch their names into history. 29 painters emerged victorious across the 13 categories. Of these painters 19 returned to claim another Demon and 10 claimed their first!
Roman Lappat lifted the Slayer Sword for the 1st time with the entry The Last Light in the Diorama category.