Write on Art is a national writing programme for young people from 13 to 19 years of age, devised by Art UK and the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art (PMC). Young writers are invited to write 400 - 600 words about an artwork of their choice on Art UK’s website for one of three categories:
Creative writing – an imaginative and expressive response to an artwork
Review – a critical commentary about an artwork or installation
Essay – a critical analysis of an artwork supported by evidence
Twelve successful applicants will be invited to attend a day-long Young Art Writers Workshop at the Royal College of Arts in October 2026. The workshop will include writing sessions, a risograph printing workshop and opportunities to connect with other young writers. Throughout the day the group will co-design and produce a zine featuring the twelve shortlisted essays. This zine will be printed for sharing with friends and family and featured on the PMC and Art UK’s websites.
Deadline to submit writing: 10:00 on 21st July.