Hounslow Council, in partnership with arts agency Parker Harris, has launched the Hogarth Prize, a new national art award based at Hogarth’s House in Chiswick. The competition is open to UK-based artists of all career stages working in any wall-hanging medium, with a judging panel featuring artists Robyn Graham, Hero Johnson, and Steven King. The winner will receive a £3,000 cash prize and a solo exhibition at the historic site in 2027.
This initiative represents the first national art prize launched by a London council and aims to elevate Hounslow’s profile as a cultural hub. By leveraging the legacy of 18th-century satirist William Hogarth, the prize seeks to bridge historical heritage with contemporary practice while maintaining accessibility through low entry fees and a concurrent local schools exhibition.