2025 CARLOW CREDIT UNION ART COMPETITION LAUNCHED

Carlow Credit Union Encourages Local Artists to explore this year’s theme “The Future is…”

Carlow Credit Union is delighted to launch the 2025 Credit Union Art Competition and is calling on local artists of all ages to take part in one of Ireland’s longest running and most inclusive art initiatives. The competition invites people from all walks of life to express themselves through creativity, with this year’s theme asking them to reflect on “The Future is…”

This year’s theme encourages artists to look ahead with imagination, hope and curiosity. Participants might explore personal dreams and milestones, a better world for the next generation, or how change and progress might shape our lives and communities. Whether bold and futuristic or thoughtful and personal, the theme offers endless possibilities for creative interpretation.

The competition is open to entrants across two categories: General Category & Additional Needs Category. 
Each category is broken down into five age groups (based on age as of 31 December 2025):

• 7 years and under
• 8 - 10 years inclusive
• 11 - 13 years inclusive
• 14 - 17 years inclusive
• 18 years and over (adult)

Entries will be judged on originality, creativity and how well the theme is explored. All artwork must be hand-drawn or painted. Digital artwork will not be accepted. Local winners will go forward to
regional and national stages of the competition. See the entry form below for full details and T&C's.