Are you a local artist living in or near Greenford? This is your moment to shine. Greenford Quay is inviting YOU to submit your masterpiece during our Open Art Exhibition as part of Borough of Ealing Art Trail (BEAT)!

If selected, your artwork will be showcased in prominent locations across Greenford Quay and surrounding local businesses during the weekend of September 12th–13th. This is your chance to get seen by hundreds of your very own community.

Whether you're a professional artist or a passionate hobbyist, we want to see how you interpret the energy and diversity of Greenford and the wider Ealing borough through art. For entry guidelines and submission details, scroll down to the bottom to view our full terms and conditions.

A Weekend Full of Creative Workshops, Street Food, Live Music & More

Not submitting art? You can still enjoy a weekend packed with interactive experiences at Greenford Quay. Join us on 12th – 13th September for:

  • Live urban sketching sessions by the canal hosted by Let’s Draw Now
  • Collaborative art installations and hands-on craft workshops
  • “Meet the Artist” Q&As
  • Pop-up street food vendors and artisanal market stalls
  • DJ sets and live acoustic performances

It’s a weekend made for all ages - perfect for families, creative minds, and anyone who wants to soak up the local culture in Greenford.

Drawing the Community Together at Greenford Quay

One of the highlights of Greenford Quay’s cultural calendar has been the Let’s Draw Now sketching sessions by the canal. These relaxed, open-air gatherings have brought together residents, visitors, and local artists to observe, draw, and connect in a shared creative space. What started as a simple idea has sparked meaningful connections and revealed the incredible depth of talent within the Greenford and Ealing community. The upcoming BEAT weekend builds on that spirit, creating more chances for people of all skill levels to engage with art, meet like-minded neighbours, and be part of something inspiring.

Join us this September and see Greenford Quay come alive with creativity. Whether you're participating, spectating, or simply exploring, we guarantee you’ll leave inspired!

Greenford Quay Open Art Competition – Terms & Conditions

Greenford Quay is pleased to invite local artists to participate in an Open Art Competition as part of the BEAT Festival, taking place on Friday 12th and Saturday 13th September 2025. By submitting work for consideration, all entrants agree to the following Terms and Conditions:

  1. Eligibility
  • The competition is open to individuals aged 18 or over (or if under 18 – your entry must be submitted by a legal guardian).
  • Artists must reside in Greenford (UB6 postcode area).
  • All submissions must be the original work of the artist and not created using AI-generated tools.
  1. Key Dates
  • Submissions Open: Thursday 25th July 2025
  • Deadline for Submissions: Midnight, Friday 8th August 2025
  • Judging Panel Decision: Artists will be notified by Thursday 22nd August 2025
  • Artwork Displayed: From Thursday 11th September 2025 through the BEAT Festival weekend (12–13 September)
  1. Submission Guidelines

To enter, artists must email the following to events@greenfordquay.com:

  • Medium-resolution JPEG images of the artwork
  • Title of the work
  • Medium and dimensions of the work
  • Full name of the applicant
  • Postcode of residence
  • Confirmation of consent for Greenford Quay to use submitted images in its social media and marketing (non-commercial use only)
  1. Artwork Suitability
  • Submitted artwork must be appropriate for public display and suitable for audiences of all ages.
  • Work that includes explicit, offensive, political, or profane content will not be accepted.
  • The judging panel reserves the right to reject any submissions deemed unsuitable at its discretion.
  1. Selection Process
  • A judging panel selected by Greenford Quay will review all valid submissions.
  • Selection will be based on originality, creativity, and relevance to the local community.
  • The panel’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
  1. Display & Installation
  • Selected artworks must be delivered to Greenford Quay estate by the artist.
  • Display will begin on Thursday 11th September 2025.
  • Artworks will be exhibited across the BEAT Festival weekend. If Greenford Quay wishes to extend the display period, the artist will be notified in advance.
  • Artists are responsible for collecting their work after the display ends.
  1. Liability
  • Artists are solely responsible for the transportation, delivery, installation, and collection of their artwork.
  • Greenford Quay accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage to artwork at any point before, during, or after the event.
  1. Sales & Promotion
  • Greenford Quay will not facilitate sales but will pass on artist contact details to interested parties with the artist’s prior consent.
  • Submitted images may be used by Greenford Quay for promotional purposes on digital channels (including social media and email newsletters) with appropriate credit to the artist.
  1. General
  • Entry to the competition constitutes full acceptance of these terms.
  • Greenford Quay reserves the right to amend these terms at any time and will communicate any changes via its digital platforms.