The aim of the Competition for Young Writers and Artists is to encourage young people to engage in visual arts and creative writing, to celebrate their creativity and originality. This year, each young artist and writer was invited to create an original work of art, or write a story, poem, or piece of factual writing on the theme ‘Making Waves!’, and to enter our competition to become the Festival’s Young Writer or Young Artist of the Year 2025.
The competition was open to all children living in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly aged 4 to 16 on 31st August 2025. Thanks to generous sponsorship, entry was free and prizes were awarded in each category and age group. Additionally, a Young Writer and a Young Artist of the Year was awarded.
To all schools, teachers, and families for their continuing support.
To the generosity of our sponsors: Waterstones, the Atishoo Gallery in Charlestown, the Fowey River Gallery, The Arts Society Mid Cornwall, and The Fowey Hall Hotel.
To all our judging panels for their time and expertise.
