Overview
This section is one of several sections of the visual arts. It gives an opportunity for all ages to create their own art work using various different media (including computer generated work) either individually or as a group. All entries are adjudicated and are then exhibited.
Section secretary
Mrs Sue Davies
E Mail : [email protected]
or Tel 02476 325151
Art Syllabus Download
Download the section syllabus here: Art Syllabus.pub 2026
PLEASE NOTE VENUE is Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery.
ALSO 2 entries per person allowed this year (individuals); 5 entries per Nursery/pre school: 15 entries per Infant school; 20 entries per Junior school; 35 entries per Primary/Secondary school or College (Due to limited space)
Adjudication Criteria – Adjudication criteria 2025
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Each section syllabus includes the rules, conditions of entry, classes and other information. To download the full syllabus containing ALL sections, please see – Full Syllabus 2026
Networking and Local Art Groups
Some people prefer to work alone and would not look for a group to join, but for those new to art who wish to find practical advice, joining a group and having the support of a leader and other artists could be transforming.
Sue, our Art section Secretary, has recently visited many groups in the area and has listed them in the link below should you wish to find a such a group and would find it helpful. She has their permission for you to contact them directly, but please contact them first before visiting.
If you belong to an Art group not listed, and would like to be included, please contact the Section Secretary (details above)
Dates for the diary
| Art Entries Accepted | Friday 27th February 2026 | NB Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery, Riversley Park, Nuneaton, CV11 5TU |
| Art Entries Accepted | Saturday 28th February 2026 | NB Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery, Riversley Park, Nuneaton, CV11 5TU |
| Adjudication | Friday 6th March 2026 | |
| Exhibition Opens | Saturday 7th March 2026 | NB Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery, Riversley Park, Nuneaton CV11 5TU |
| Exhibition Closes | Saturday 18th April 2026 | |
| Collection of work | Tuesday 21st April 2026- Friday 25th April 2026 | NB Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery, Riversley Park, Nuneaton, CV11 5TU |
| Presentation of Awards | Saturday 21st March 2026 1.00pm- 5.30pm | Salvation Army Citadel, 1 Victoria Street, Nuneaton CV11 5 QE |
Trophies and awards
| The Junior Francis L Fawcett Trophy | Classes 1 - 13 inclusive |
| The Junior Art Shield | Best overall entry under 18 yrs |
| The Senior Francis L Fawcett Trophy | Classes 26, 27, 32 & 38 |
| The Moira Healy Memorial Trophy | Classes 33 & 34 |
| The Warks Miners Association Cup | Classes 42 & 43 |
| The Cawthorne Cup | Classes 15 - 20 inclusive |
| The Ann Robson Memorial Trophy | Class 37 |
| The Stan and Beryl Thompson Trophy | Class 40 |
| The Madeline Vowles Trophy | Classes 28 & 29 |
| The Diamond Anniversary Cup | Best overall entry 18 years and above |
| The Age Concern Plate | Classes 5 - 9 inclusive |
| The Harry Branston Award | Classes 21, 22 & 23 |
| The D Wilson Trophy | Classes 30 & 31 |
| The Thomas Worthington Brown Cup | Classes 36 & 39 |
| The Ken MInns Memorial Cup | Adjudicator's Choice |
| The Arthur Wheeler Memorial Trophy | Class 35 |
| The Sidney Vickers Memorial Cup. See syllabus for details. | Classes 52 -55 |