Boundless Creativity invites young creators to participate in the Young Artists Showcase, a vibrant, inclusive exhibition celebrating imagination, expression, and artistic growth.
This showcase is open to young artists up to age 21, with age-specific categories designed to honor creativity at every stage...
From playful exploration to emerging professional practice. Artists of all backgrounds, skill levels, and creative interests are encouraged to apply.
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Participating in the Young Artists Showcase gives you the opportunity to exhibit your work as part of a vibrant, dynamic arts festival that celebrates creativity and amplifies youth voices. It’s a chance to build confidence, gain real exhibition experience, and become part of a supportive creative community where young artists are recognised and encouraged. Participants will also have opportunities to connect with experienced artists and creators through talks and conversations, offering insight into what education and career paths in creative fields can look like and helping you imagine what’s possible for your own creative future.
Selected artworks will also be professionally printed and displayed as part of the exhibition, supported by our showcase co-sponsor MYPICTURE.co.uk.
This offers a unique opportunity to see your work brought to life in a gallery-style format — transforming your digital or original piece into a professionally produced exhibition artwork.
Crafty Kids: Ages 3–7
A joyful introduction to creative expression, Crafty Kids celebrates imagination, play, and discovery.
Junior Artists: Ages 8–13
The Junior Artists category highlights growing skills, bold ideas, and developing creative voices.
Young Artists: Ages 14–17
This category supports teen artists developing their artistic identity and exploring ideas, themes, and techniques.
Emerging Artists: Ages 18–21
The Emerging Artists category is designed for young creatives actively building their artistic practice.
Application Information
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Submission deadline: 20 June 2026
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We aim to respond to all applicants within 14 days of receiving your submission to confirm participation in the Young Artists Showcase.
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Artists may submit up to three artworks for consideration.
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In the event of a high number of submissions, we may limit accepted entries to one artwork per artist.