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2025 Wildlife Artist of the Year Submission

Artist Contact Details

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Are you a first time entrant and so eligible for the Newcomer Award?

Artist’s Age on 27 March 2025
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Artwork Details

Please describe your artwork below to help the judges. What was your inspiration? What is the message?
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Uploading imagery of your artwork

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  • Crop the image to just show the artwork (no frame or mount).
  • Ensure the file is a minimum of 2200 pixels and no larger than 6MB.
  • For 3D artworks and sculptures, please include up to a maximum of 3 extra images per entry to show the different angles of your piece for the judges.

Maximum file size: 6MB


Please upload a high-quality image of your artwork with a minimum file size of 2200 pixels and no larger than 6MB. The quality of your image is extremely important as they are used in the judging process.

Maximum file size: 6MB


Please upload high-quality images of your sculpture with a minimum file size of 2200 pixels and no larger than 6MB. The quality of your images is extremely important as they are used in the judging process.
 

Adding Additional Entries

If you are entering more than one artwork please now select the ‘add additional entry’ button below.

Cost

Payment

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Terms and Conditions

To complete the form, please confirm you have read the competition Terms and Conditions by ticking the box. *

Please note

If selected for the finalists exhibition in September 2025, you will be required to ship your artwork to and from (unless sold) the UK at your own expense, as per the Terms and Conditions above.

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What happens next?

If you would like to find out further information about the 2025 WAY competition or exhibition please do browse the links below.