Calling all young artists!

Young Artists – Show Us “A Day in the Life of You”
Calling all creative kids aged 4–16 — our annual Lucy Pittaway Children’s Art Competition is back for summer 2025! This year’s theme invites young artists to illustrate “A Day in the Life of You” — whether that’s baking cupcakes with family, playing in the garden, showcasing a hobby or, cuddling your pets!

Entering is easy! Just follow these 3 simple steps:

1. Create Your Artwork

  • Theme: “A Day in the Life of You”
  • Maximum size: A3, two-dimensional
  • Use any medium—paints, pencils, crayons, pastels, collage, etc.

2. Send Your Entry

  • Email a photo of the finished piece to [email protected] with “A Day in the Life of You” in the subject line
  • OR hand in the artwork at one of seven galleries or the outlet store in Brompton‑On‑Swale, Harrogate, Keswick, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Richmond (North Yorkshire), Yarm, or York

3. Include These Details with every submission:

  • Artist’s name & age
  • Parent/Guardian’s name
  • Address & postcode
  • Email & telephone number

Age Categories & Prizes:

There will be winners in four age categories: 4-6 years, 7-9 years, 10-12 years, and 13-16 years.
One lucky winner from each age group will have their artwork scanned, printed, and framed. They will also receive an Artist Pack filled with Lucy Pittaway stationery and merchandise.

Key Dates:

  • Competition Opens: 1 July 2025
  • Deadline for Entries: 31 August 2025
  • Winners Announced: September 2025

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