Ironbridge Fine Arts 2026 Printmaking Competition
Ironbridge Fine Arts 2026 Printmaking Competition
I am delighted to say that my Etching Fruit Bowl with Grapes, in the style of a baroque still life has been selected to appear in the exhibition in Ironbridge.
Selected UK artists will have their work featured within the physical exhibition at Ironbridge Fine Arts Gallery, located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ironbridge, alongside inclusion within the online exhibition and official printed exhibition catalogue.
Selected international artists will be showcased within the online exhibition and official printed catalogue, with works also displayed digitally within the gallery space throughout the exhibition. International artists are not required to deliver physical artworks to the gallery.
The Ironbridge Fine Arts Printmaking Open 2026 exhibition will launch in July 2026 and culminate in a celebratory Exhibition Opening and Private View on 4th July 2026 from 12pm – 5pm, featuring live demonstrations, artist talks, networking opportunities, and presentations from sponsors and judges.
Awards & Prizes
This year’s competition includes over £10,000 in prizes and sponsored awards celebrating excellence in contemporary printmaking.
For UK Printmakers:
• Win a Little Thumper Gunning Etching Press worth £1,550 alongside additional sponsored prizes
• Exhibit within our professionally curated physical and online exhibitions
• Inclusion within the official printed and digital exhibition catalogue
• Invitation to the exclusive exhibition opening and private view event
• Students benefit from discounted entry, with 10 selected student works professionally framed free of charge using AR70 Invisible Art Glass courtesy of Centrado Trading and Ironbridge Fine Arts
UK shortlisted works submitted for exhibition must not exceed 50cm × 50cm framed size and must comply with the competition Terms & Conditions.