*ENTRIES NOW CLOSED - THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO APPLIED*
The Diana Porter New Design Award - Exhibition Dates: 1st - 31st October 2026
Are you graduating this year and ready to take the next step in your jewellery career?
The Award
One overall winner will receive a £750 grant to invest in the growth of their business. A month-long exhibition at the gallery and a one-to-one mentoring day with the Diana Porter team.
In addition, two runners-up will be selected to exhibit their work as part of the exhibition, showcasing their collections in the gallery throughout October.
How to apply:
Send us an email with the requested information below to shop@dianaporter.co.uk
Your full name and email address.
A brief outline of how you would use the £750 grant.
Images of your work.
Details of the materials you use.
Your artist statement.
Eligible Applicants must:
Be based in the UK.
Have graduated in 2026.
Have a collection available for sale in the gallery.
As the exhibition opens on 1st October 2026, all selected jewellery must be completed and ready for exhibition by 21st September 2026.
Key Dates
Applications Now Closed.
Work due: 21st September 2026.
Exhibition: 1st – 31st October 2026.
There is no application fee to enter the Diana Porter New Design Award.
We can't wait to see your work!
