THE hunt is on to discover who will be crowned Young Artist of the Year 2015 in the third annual competition from Hereford College of Arts.

Talented young artists aged from five to 16 are invited to submit their interpretation of this year's theme Mini Beasts.

Sophie Foulkes, the College’s college-level student recruitment co-ordinator who is in charge of the competition, said: “Although there is a set theme, we welcome and encourage interpretations from our young artists.

“Last year we saw incredible creations - paintings, drawings, illustrations, collages and prints to name but a few.

"Our panel of judges will want to see them all.”

As well as the cash, workshop and materials prizes on offer to the winners of the competition, which is sponsored by Hereford Round Table, selected entrants from the three age categories will have their work displayed at the Young Artist of The Year Exhibition at HCA during the summer.

“Last year hundreds of people came to see the work at the exhibition,” said Sophie,

“It’s a great opportunity for the general public to see the talent on show, and a real insight for our young artists into how arts organisations curate exhibitions within the successful creative industries.”

For details on how to apply visit hca.ac.uk.

The deadline for entries is Friday, May 1.