Competitions

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 is 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 is 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 is free and prizes are awarded in each category and age group. Additionally, a Young Writer and a Young Artist of the Year will be selected.

We want the theme ‘Making Waves!’ to work for you. Perhaps use a dictionary to explore the meaning. The more you think about it, the wider the theme is. Have fun, and we look forward to reading and viewing a wide range of interpretations of the theme.

All competition entries must be accompanied by a completed entry form, either an independent entry form or a school entry form. The forms, along with rules and guidance, can be accessed below.

Any queries should be directed to angela@foweyfestival.com