Young artists aged 15 and under are invited to submit work for the Young Artist Open exhibition at Ferens Art Gallery in Hull. The free competition, running until 28 June, will select 300 to 700 artworks for display from 16 October to 10 January. Prizes are offered in three age categories: six and under, seven to 11, and 12 to 15, donated by the Friends of the Ferens and the Hull and East Riding branch of The Art Society.
The exhibition, held annually since 2003, provides a platform for young people to showcase their creativity and gain recognition in a professional gallery setting. It matters because it encourages early engagement with the visual arts, builds confidence in young artists, and reinforces the cultural value of community-based art initiatives in Hull.