The Biscuit Factory Art Prize

Selected by a panel of industry professionals, the prize will showcase over 100 artists and up to 150 shortlisted works, exhibited at The Biscuit Factory, Newcastle upon Tyne, from 26 February to 25 April 2027, and supported by a public curated cultural programme.

The prize creates a new platform for artistic excellence, creating a distinctive addition to the arts market in the North of England while encouraging a dialogue between artists, creative practitioners, professional organisations and audiences. Founded on the belief that artists play a vital role in shaping how we understand the world around us and that art should be accessible, the prize will create meaningful opportunities for arts engagement, appreciation and development for artists, collectors and visitors alike.

Judges

Submissions will be assessed on artistic quality, originality, craftsmanship, ambition and the ability of the work to generate meaningful ideas or conversations. There is no set theme, and the selection process will be led by The Biscuit Factory curatorial team and independent guest panel selectors: Art Advisor Julia Bell, RSA printmaker and sculptor Ade Adesina and Curator, Arts editor and writer Rebecca Morrill.

Awards

The Biscuit Factory Award
The Biscuit Factory 2027 Art Prize winner in association with Ward Hadaway £3,000 prize and solo show presentation

Public Choice
£1,000 supported by The Biscuit Factory Foundation, to further the practice of the artist

Eligibility

• The exhibition is open to artists in the UK, and internationally, aged 18 and over.
• Open to a range of mediums including painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, ceramics and experimental work. This does not include installation or video works.
• You can submit up to 4 works.
• Works can not exceed 2 x 2 m.
• With a weight limit of 14kg for wall-hung works and 25kg max for sculptural/ plinth work.
• All framed work must be in a neutral (black, white or natural wood) frame.
• All artwork must be for sale; please include 40% +VAT in your price.
• Work must also remain available for sale for one month after the exhibition closes, to allow for listing on the dedicated online sales site for The Biscuit Factory Art Prize.

Entry Fees

First work £20
Additional entries £10

Key Dates

Submission deadline – Friday 08 January 2027, 5pm
Notification of results – Monday 18 January 2027
Delivery of work to The Biscuit Factory – Friday 12 February 2027 10am-5pm / Sunday 14 February 2027 10am – 5pm
Exhibition open to the public – Friday 26 February to Sunday 25 April 2027
Collection of artwork – Monday 3 May 2027

To find out more about The Biscuit Factory Art Prize and enter, click here.