What size should my illustration be?

Each piece can be any proportion, but it must be 300dpi and at least 29.7cm on the longest side.

What is the entry fee? Why do you charge a fee?

The entry fee is £10 and this goes towards the cost of printing the annuals and mounting the exhibition. We try to keep the barrier to entry as low as possible, and all of our prizes are donated.

What is the deadline?

For 2024 the deadline is 22nd September 2024, and we will announce the winners in late October.

Can I submit work as a group?

Yes group / collective works are accepted.

Are you looking for one image?

Image submissions can be single or a series, with 1-5 image file/s, clearly named with you name, per image (max of 5 in a series). Within these images however there can be a selection of panels, images or cells if your submission is a narrative which relies on this format (i.e. a comic).

Can I submit more than one image?

Yes, if they are a series or something sequential. Entries are limited to 5 per person.

What is the theme?

Each year we offer a new theme for your interpretation. In 2024 it is Future Forecasts. This is free for you to explore.

Can i send my entry in an email with my information in an email itself?

No. Please do not do this as it will render your entry invalid and you will not be entered into the competition.

Do i call my entry 'CIA 2024' or the theme name?

No, Please name you work with your name and the title (followed by "01" if it is part of a series).

When will I know if my submission is successful?

This year successful submissions will receive an email of confirmation in the autumn of 2024.

We get over 800 entries so please don't be disheartened if you are unsuccessful. We get so many great entires we cannot include due to space so we look for a diverse cross section of images.

How can I contact you if I have a question?

You can keep an eye on our socials @pittvillepress for updates and announcements regularly. You can also email on our Pittville Press general email. We try to respond within 2-4 days on email.