The much-anticipated Art for Youth Exhibition returns for its 38th year, bringing together artists and supporters to raise vital funds widen the reach and deepen the impact of youth work and outdoor learning.
Founded in 1988 by Diana Brooks MBE, Art for Youth London is an annual fundraising exhibition and platform for emerging artists in aid of UK Youth. Over its history, the event has raised nearly £3 million.
This year, we expect more than 100 artists to showcase nearly 900 high-quality works of art. Prices will range from just £100 upwards, across a wide variety of media including oil paintings, watercolours, sculpture, ceramics and photography — with 35 per cent from each sale going directly to UK Youth.
Rosie Ferguson OBE, UK Youth chief executive officer, expressed: “Art for Youth is a truly inspiring celebration of creativity and community, bringing together artists, collectors, and supporters who advocate for UK Youth’s mission to widen the reach and deepen the impact of youth work and outdoor learning. At a time when many young people are carrying heavy weights on their shoulders, youth workers provide trusted relationships, safe spaces, and real opportunity, helping them build confidence, connection, and hope. We are deeply grateful to the Art for Youth committee for their exceptional dedication in delivering such a successful event year after year. It is a privilege to be part of an occasion that showcases outstanding artistic talent while helping to build a society that backs every young person through each spark, struggle, and success.”
Artists set to exhibit include sculptor and painter Stephen Rew, who has been exhibiting at Art for Youth for more than a decade and won the Diana Brooks Prize for an outstanding exhibitor aged under 35 in 2015.
