Three talented students from the UAL Level 3 Art and Design course at the College of West Anglia’s King’s Lynn campus have been shortlisted for this year’s Norfolk Art and Design Competition – a celebration of the region’s creative talent and emerging artists.

Maddy Taylor, Evie Richardson, and Victoria Sokolowska impressed judges with their original and thought-provoking work, securing their place among the finalists of this highly regarded county-wide competition.

Maddy Taylor, one of the shortlisted students, shared her excitement: ‘Being shortlisted in this competition is a fabulous opportunity to get my name out there, allowing people to see what I am capable of. The image I entered the competition was from my first time photographing a stranger. So don’t be afraid to push yourself.’

The competition provides an important platform for young creatives to showcase their work to the wider public, including industry professionals and potential collaborators.

Ewan Paton, Photography Course Director at CWA said, ‘I am incredibly proud of the two photography students being shortlisted for the Norfolk Art and Design Competition. It’s even more impressive that they have reached this platform having only been in their first year at the college. I’m looking forward to seeing them develop as photographers and artists and producing even more ambitious and impressive work.’

Sian Thomas, Course Director for Level 3 Art and Design said ‘It’s fantastic to see Evie Richardson shortlisted—her observational drawing is outstanding, with a real attention to detail. This is a brilliant opportunity for her, and I’m so proud of her for taking part and putting herself out there.’