Virtual Art Competition

Havering Council is delighted to launch their 2026 11-18 Art Competition & Exhibition. Submissions are welcome from all within this age range. All media, whether 2D or 3D are welcome. Artwork must be appropriate for all ages to view in terms of content.

Please photograph your work and send in via email to arts@havering.gov.uk. Once consent has been organised, all suitable artwork will become part of an online exhibition, shared on Havering Council Art & Culture YouTube channel.

11-18 Competition Terms & Conditions

• No entry fee
• Ages 11 to 18 years old are eligible to enter
• All media whether 2D or 3D work are eligible
• Work must be appropriate for all ages to view in terms of content
• Only first name and age category will be published in the online gallery
• Judges’ decision is final
• Consent forms must be completed and returned, without this information we are unable to publish art works on our online platforms
• Important- should anyone wish to enter a portrait/self-portrait then consent for this to be shown in the exhibition cannot come from teachers or individuals under 18 years old, we must ask that in this case the consent is provided by the parent/carer/guardian of the individual shown in the artwork or if they are over 18 then they can consent themselves
• Only original arts works accepted. Copyright laws apply
• Deadline: 3rd July

There will be one OVERALL WINNER for the best entry in any category, plus– first and second place for 11-14 year olds, first and second place for 15 -16 year olds and first and second place for 17-18 year olds (number of entries permitting). Commended certificates will also be awarded at the judges’ discretion. The prizes will be an offer for the winners to share their art portfolio with the borough through their own virtual exhibition. 

For further information, contact Collette Fraser, Youth Arts Officer at arts@havering.gov.uk