Poster Prize for Illustration 2019

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Deadline: 16 July 2018
Open to: illustrators and students around the world
Prize: first prize: 2,000 GBP and feature of the winning image on a London Transport Museum poster to be displayed on the London Underground; second prize: 1,000 GBP; third prize: 750 GBP

Description

The Poster Prize for Illustration continues Transport for London’s legacy of design that dates back over 100 years. London Transport Museum’s collection of graphic art is one of the best in the world and includes over 5,000 posters and artworks by famous artists including Man Ray, Laura Knight and Edward McKnight Kauffer. Across the ages, London has produced and inspired countless stories. Fictitious or real characters and events in this amazing city have always held a fascination, from the anecdotal urban myth to grand tales of historic legend – from the everyday to the curious, and from the past to the present. The aim of the Poster Prize for Illustration competition 2019 is to attract artwork for display that is colorful, inspiring and celebrates the vibrant, multi-layered city that is London.

Eligibility

The competition is open to illustrators and students of illustration throughout the world. The top 100 entries selected by a panel of judges will be displayed in an exhibition at London Transport Museum that will run from February to Summer 2019. The winners will be announced at an event during the exhibition opening week.

Prizes

  • First prize: 2,000 GBP  and feature of the winning image on a London Transport Museum poster to be displayed on the London Underground;
  • Second prize: 1,000 GBP;
  • Third prize: 750 GBP.

How to Apply?

Before entering the competition, please read the conditions of entry. 

In order to apply please fill the entry form.

For more information please visit the official website.