CALLING ALL YOUNG ARTISTS!
Help us celebrate 50 amazing years of New Park Centre by sharing your creative talents in our Golden Anniversary Art Competition!
Theme: My Chichester
Your artwork can reflect anything that makes Chichester special to them!
It could be a favourite place - maybe the bustling market, the peaceful canal, or the grand Cathedral. It might be a special person, like a grandparent, teacher, or friend who makes Chichester feel like home. Or something they love doing here- skating at the park, watching cricket, doing the park run, visiting the theatre, or walking on the downs.
Big or small, your Chichester story is unique, and we can’t wait to see it come to life through their art!
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Who Can Enter?
All children aged 5-16 in Chichester, with four age categories:
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Key Stage 1 (5-7 years old)
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Key Stage 2 (7-11 years old)
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Key Stage 3 (11-14 years old)
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Key Stage 4 (14-16 years old)
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Prizes and Highlights
All children whose artwork is chosen for display will receive a special invitation to the launch event on morning of Saturday 17th May. During the morning we will celebrate their creativity, announce the winners and runners-up, and presented their exciting prizes!
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Winners’ and runners-up’s artwork displayed at New Park Centre and featured in the Chichester Art Trail in May.
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Winning pieces made into postcards for sale to support New Park Centre’s.
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Exclusive tickets for a private screening at the Picture Palace for winners!
How to Enter
Size
Create an artwork on the theme My Chichester. Your piece should be no larger than A4 size (21cms x 29.7cms / 8.3” x 11.7”) and made using any 2D medium you like. If you want to include a signature or date on the front, please make sure that it is 10cms clear of the edges
Mediums
You can paint, draw, sketch, collage, use pastels, or even create something with fabric or knitting - as long as it’s flat! Choose the materials that help bring your idea to life and have fun making your vision of My Chichester.
Entry details
Make sure you write your name, age and contact details to be written on the back. Also indicate on the back if you would like to collect your artwork once the competition has been completed.
Deadline
Submit your work by hand or post to My Chichester Art Competition, New Park Community Centre, New Park Road, Chichester, PO19 7XY by 5pm on Tuesday 22nd April.
Let your imagination shine! For more details contact us.
The Judges
We are delighted to announce that all artwork submitted will be judged by esteemed gallery owners Iolanda MartinHo and Candida Stevens, who both live in Chichester.
Iolanda Martinho moved to Chichester with her family, drawn by its vibrant creative community and rich cultural heritage. She is the co-founder of AUGUST+CO, a gallery based in the Design Centre London that showcases fine craftsmanship. With a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and storytelling in design, she works closely with renowned artisans, including weaving artist Perrine Rousseau, and curates collections featuring Scottish-made textiles from Johnstons of Elgin, playful textiles and wallcoverings from mural artist Claire de Quenetain, and furniture from Maison Pouenat. Iolanda’s expertise in design and passion for creativity make her a perfect judge for this exciting competition.
Candida Stevens is the founder of Candida Stevens Gallery, a space dedicated to showcasing exciting and thought-provoking art by some of Britain’s most talented artists. She loves discovering and sharing artwork that tells stories, sparks ideas, and makes people see the world in new ways. Her gallery presents exhibitions in both Chichester and London, celebrating creativity in all its forms.
With a background in art history and business, Candida has spent over 20 years working with artists, curating collections, and bringing ambitious art projects to life. She believes that art has the power to inspire, challenge, and bring joy. As a judge for My Chichester, she is excited to see how young artists express their ideas and creativity through their work.
A huge thank you to our sponsor, Bond-a-Frame Chichester, for supporting this art competition. Their generosity ensures that the winning entries will be beautifully showcased in bespoke frames, making each piece truly stand out. We appreciate their support in celebrating creativity and talent!
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