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words and pictures: the art of reading

Craven Arts House is delighted to announce Words and Pictures: The Art of Reading, a vibrant summer exhibition celebrating creativity, storytelling, and visual expression as part of the National Year of Reading.

 

Open to everyone, the exhibition will run from Thursday 2 July to Sunday 30 August 2026.

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This inclusive exhibition invites artists of all ages and backgrounds to explore the relationship between words and images. From illustrations and typography to sculpture, mixed media, and conceptual works, both 2D and 3D submissions are strongly encouraged.

 

The exhibition celebrates reading not just as a pastime, but as a powerful cultural and imaginative act.

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Key Dates

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  • Closing Date: Monday 15 June 2026​

  • Delivery of artworks: 29 June, 3 - 7pm

  • Open Viewing: Friday 3rd July, 5 - 7pm

  • Exhibition Dates: Thursday 2 July – Sunday 30 August 2026.

    • Open Thursday -Sunday, 11 - 4pm

  • Collection of unsold artworks: 30 August 4 - 6pm; or 31 August , 10am - 4pm

  • Open To: All artists and makers of all ages within our 30 mile catchment area.

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Entry Fees

  • Under 18s: £10

  • 18 and over: £20 

Artists may submit up to three pieces of work, with one piece guaranteed to be displayed.

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Commission Rate

Any work sold during the exhibition will be subject to a commission rate of 20%, payable to Craven Arts. ​

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If the artist is under 18, a parent or legal guardian must complete this form and provide consent below.

Details of Person Submitting the Entry

Artists Age
Age 17 or Under
Age 18+
If age 17 or under please provide their date of birth here
Day
Month
Year

Your Exhibition Submissions

e.g. pencil, acrylic paint, mixed media, clay

Size (cm) H x W

If Not For Sale please enter NFS

e.g. pencil, acrylic paint, mixed media, clay

Size (cm) H x W

If Not For Sale please enter NFS

e.g. pencil, acrylic paint, mixed media, clay

Size (cm) H x W

If Not For Sale please enter NFS

For the Shop

In addition to the three works permitted for the exhibition, exhibitors may also submit items for sale in our shop space, including up to five browser items and up to 25 greetings cards.


Browser Items are affordable artworks that are displayed in browser racks for visitors to flip through. These are typically mounted, unframed prints (for example, original prints, limited editions, or high-quality reproductions) presented in protective sleeves.


All items must be individually price‑labelled, and any sales made will be subject to a 20% commission.

Please provide title, approx. dimensions and price for each item.

Please provide the quantity (MAX. 25 units), no. of designs and price per unit. (PLEASE NOTE: we are no longer accepting cards with a retail price of less than £2.50)

Entry Fee

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