UK International Youth Art Competition &
Outstanding Works Exhibition London 2027（London）
Submission Deadline: 20 Nov 2026 - Tue
Final Result: 10 Dec 2026 - Fri
Finals Registration Deadline By: December 20, 2026 - Sun
Finals Results Announcement: December 30, 2026 - Wed
(Results will be published on the website)
LIAA (LONDON INTERNATIONAL ART ACADEMY ,https://liaa.org.uk/) Objectives：
A distinguished two-stage international creative platform designed to celebrate young visual voices worldwide and bridge emerging talents with the global art community. Progressing from regional studio submissions through to UK jury adjudication, the programme culminates in a curated London gallery exhibition, official Academy distinctions, and an in-person awards presentation.
To nurture cross-cultural artistic discovery and dialogue. Shortlisted artworks will be selected for physical presentation at a curated London gallery exhibition, where participating young artists receive official Academy distinctions and commendations. The showcase offers families an international stage to celebrate their child's creative milestone and engage directly with UK jury practitioners.
Venue：
THE HANGBAG FACTORY
Located in Vauxhall, London, The venue is a dynamic creative workspace and gallery venue managed by the charity Artists Studio Company (ASC). It offers affordable coworking desks, meeting rooms, and versatile exhibition spaces tailored for artists, designers, and creators to collaborate, innovate, and thrive within a vibrant cultural community.
Exhibition Dates：February 6 – 8, 2027
Awards Ceremony：February 6, 2027 (London Exhibition Venue)
HARMONY
Medium: Watercolor, oil, Chinese painting, sketch, pastel, acrylic, mixed media, or digital art.
Dimensions: Original physical works should be A4 (210x297mm) or A3 (297x420mm); maximum size A3.
Quantity: One entry per person (must be an original unpublished work created solely by the participant)
The following works are not eligible for evaluation:
(a) Works that infringe on others' copyrights or are similar to existing works
(b) Works created by two or more people
(c) Works containing pornographic, violent, or political content
Little Sparks: Ages 3–4 (Nursery to K2)
Doodlers: Ages 5–7 (K3 to Primary 2)
Junior: Ages 8–10 (Primary 3 to Primary 5)
Youth: Ages 11–13 (Primary 6 to Secondary 2)
Advanced: Ages 14–18 (Secondary 3 to Secondary 6)
Open Group: Ages 19+
Phase 1: Preliminary Round (Online Submission) & Mail-in Artwork
Submission: Fill in details online and upload a high-resolution digital file (JPG/PNG, 2MB–10MB, clear and well-lit) and submit original artworks in person or by mail to the designated Hong Kong collection point (optional printing service provided by the organizer).
Entitlements: All entrants receive an "E-Certificate of Participation."
Progression Criteria: Successful candidates in the preliminary round will receive an invitation to advance to the UK Grand Finals and qualify for the international exhibition."
Preliminary Submission Deadline By: November 20, 2026
Artwork Delivery Deadline：November 30, 2026
Preliminary Results Notification： December 10, 2026
Finals Registration Deadline By： December 20, 2026
Finals Results Announcement：December 30, 2026
GBP20 / USD26 / HKD200 / NTD810 / CNY200 / MYR105
Judging Criteria：
Creativity & Originality (35%)
Composition & Color Harmony (30%)
Technique & Material Application (25%)
Emotional Expression & Engagement (10%): Focuses on narrative depth, impact, and audience resonance.
Phase 2: Finals, London Physical Exhibition & Judging Interaction
Fee (Per Advancing Artwork)：
GBP98 / USD125 / HKD980 / NTD3900 / CNY980 / MYR510
Fee Inclusions:
London Gallery Exhibition: Displayed at a professional gallery in Central London.
Professional Framing: Custom framing unified prior to the exhibition.
Physical Awards: Custom trophies for Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners; medals for Merit Award winners.
Official Honor Package: Finalist Certificate, Exhibition Certificate, and Official Letter of Commendation.
On-Site Interaction: Face-to-face communication and interaction with the UK judging panel during the exhibition/ceremony.
International Logistics: Artwork one-way shipping from Hong Kong to the UK, venue setup, and photography documentation.
(Masterclass: A paid "UK Jury Masterclass" is available. Workshop details, mentor lineup, fees, and schedule will be announced after advancing to the Grand Finals.)
Individual Awards (Evaluated independently across 6 age groups)
UK Grand Jury Grand Prize & Overall Champion (1 per group): Trophy, certificate of honor, exhibition certificate, and letter of commendation.
Gold / Silver / Bronze Awards: Trophy, certificate of honor, exhibition certificate, and letter of commendation.
Merit Award: Medal, certificate of honor, exhibition certificate, and letter of commendation.
Institutional & Mentor Awards
Outstanding Art Mentor Award: Awarded to mentors who recommend 10 or more students for the preliminary round (Mentor Certificate).
Outstanding Art Institution Award: Awarded to institutions that recommend 30 or more preliminary students (or 15 or more finalists), receiving a custom crystal plaque.
Award for Outstanding Contribution to International Art Education: Awarded to institutions that recommend 50 or more preliminary students (or 30 or more finalists), receiving a custom crystal plaque.
Global International Art Education Institution of the Year Award: Awarded to institutions that recommend 80 or more students, receiving a premium crystal grand prize.
** The number of winners for each award will increase based on the number of participants.
** All participants will receive a certificate, and additional trophies or medals will be awarded according to the prizes won.
Certificates, trophies, and medals will be delivered approximately 40 days after the event via SF Express (recipient pays for delivery).
** Participants and their entries will be featured in the official competition catalog (available for purchase).
** Participants may be invited to attend the award ceremony and view the exhibition in the UK (travel and accommodation expenses to be covered by the participant).
Yasmin Watts
A dynamic creative bridging spatial design and fine art, Yasmin is a practicing architect and sculptor who refined her fine art practice at the world-renowned Royal College of Art (RCA). Her work uniquely intersects structural form, materiality, and artistic expression.
Claire McDermott
Claire is an accomplished sculptor, MRSS member, and art researcher with a Master's from the Royal College of Art and Fine Art studies at the University of Hertfordshire. Her practice explores material qualities, biomorphic forms, and spatial installations, turning academic research into compelling physical sculpture.
Participants must truthfully fill out and properly retain their application form, artwork, and payment proof images. Any falsification will result in immediate disqualification.
Once registered and paid, entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. A £10 administrative fee will be charged for any changes to personal details or submitted artwork. If changes to personal details are requested after judging is complete, an additional fee for reproducing the certificate, trophy, or medal will apply on top of the administrative fee.
Submitted artworks and personal information will be used for event management and operations, prize distribution, media coverage, and related public promotional activities.
Participants must submit shortlisted entries to the designated location within the specified timeframe.
If artwork return is requested, a £18 return handling fee applies, and the work will be sent via SF Express with shipping costs paid by the recipient upon delivery. Artworks cannot be moved or removed while the exhibition is in progress.
The Event Executive Committee will handle submitted artworks with care and due diligence. However, participants assume full responsibility for any issues and consequences that arise during the process, including but not limited to loss or damage in transit and natural disasters. The Event Executive Committee accepts no liability for compensation of any kind.
If the exhibition or award ceremony is canceled due to natural disasters or other safety concerns, the events will not be rescheduled, and the Event Executive Committee will not issue refunds or compensation of any kind.
All participants are deemed to agree to and voluntarily abide by the event rules and requirements. No objections regarding the judging process or exhibition presentation will be entertained.
The LIAA International Art Executive Committee reserves the right to the final interpretation of these terms.
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