Post Wave Prize forIllustration 2027
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The Post Wave Prize for Illustration 2027 is an international creative competition for emerging and aspiring illustrators interested in children's book publishing. The 2027 theme is “A Bridge to Another World,” encouraging applicants to create imaginative artwork that communicates a story and connects with young readers. The competition is open to illustrators aged 18 and above from anywhere in the world, provided they have not yet been commercially published or commissioned in children's books. The overall winner receives £3,000, a fully funded creative trip to the Anxi region of China, portfolio feedback and the opportunity for their work to be considered for publication. The winning artwork will also be displayed at the Bologna Children's Book Fair 2027. There is no entry fee.
Requirements checklist
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Be at least 18 years old.
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Be an emerging or aspiring illustrator.
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Be based in any country.
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Not have been commercially published or commissioned in children's books.
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Submit original artwork responding to the theme “A Bridge to Another World.”
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Create a full-colour children's book cover.
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Submit one full-colour double-page spread.
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Include a short supporting text excerpt with the spread.
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Submit artwork digitally in JPEG or PDF format.
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Keep the total submission size within 10 MB.
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Do not submit AI-generated artwork.
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Submit only one entry per candidate.