The Prize Timetable

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

The registration period will open and all entrants will sign up for their chosen category. No work or submissions are needed at this point.

SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

The online portal will open for entrants to submit up to four images of their work and their final design concepts. No physical work is required at this stage; entrants will only need to submit completed work if they are selected as finalists. A code via email will be sent to all registered participants on 15th April to access the submission portal on our website.
More information can be found on our Submissions & Guidelines page here.

All work is provided to our judges anonymously and they will decide on the finalists for this years Prize.

All entrants will be notified if they are through to the next round. If successful our Hand & Lock Prize team will be in touch about next steps. If you have requested so you will also be allocated a mentor.

For more information on what is required once chosen please see our 'Finalist Submission Guidelines' here.

Final pieces must be received at the Hand & Lock studio in London by 5pm on Friday, 10th September 2026.

Finalists are also welcome to deliver their pieces to the studio earlier if this is more convenient.

Finalists are responsible for the transport and shipment of the piece. If your work is especially delicate or prone to damage, please ensure it is supplied with adequate protective packaging and a sturdy container.

Exhibition Times, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10am - 4pm, Wednesday 10am - 1pm

This year The Prize Exhibition will be hosted at The Building Centre, entry to the event will be free and not ticketed.

We will be running some exclusive taster courses for the exhibition. Details to be released soon.

The Prize exhibition will feature all of the finalists incredible work and associate award winners.