A competition being run by photoILKLEY, Ilkley’s first-ever photography festival on 11 to 13 July, now closes on 25 June [extended, it was 16 June].
The Youth Photography Competition is open to all up to 19 years old and the theme is ‘Ilkley: Best Place to Live’, organiser say:
“Whether it's a snapshot of everyday magic or a powerful portrait of your world, we want to see your perspective.”
Entrants can enter up to 3 photos with 5 categories to choose from. Winners will see their work exhibited at Ilkley Manor House as part of the festival.
Full details of the competition are available at photoilkley.com/youngphotographer
The photoILKLEY festival in July will have exhibitions from many local artists at various locations including Alpkit Store, The Art Shop Gallery, Tinker Gallery, Ilkley Arts Studio, and Ilkley Manor House.

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