GET INVOLVED
Calling all artists!
We’re on the lookout for talented artists, designers, and creatives to help bring our Lion sculptures to life as part of Lions on the Loose—a spectacular public art trail in support of St Clare Hospice.
Applications now open!
Using our majestic lion sculpture as your canvas, you’ll be invited to submit a design that could be selected by one of our sponsors during a special Art Selection Event.
If your design is chosen, you’ll be commissioned to bring it to life on a full-sized, 3D lion sculpture, which will go on display across Harlow and Epping during summer 2026—seen and celebrated by tens of thousands of visitors. After the trail, your artwork will be auctioned to raise vital funds for St Clare Hospice, leaving a lasting legacy in our local community.
We’re especially keen to receive submissions from artists based in West Essex and surrounding areas, but all are welcome to apply. You don’t need to be a professional artist—but you do need the skills to complete your sculpture to a high standard that will wow trail-goers and attract bidders at auction.
Our Artist Pack, with everything you need to know, is available to download now.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Please complete the above attached artists submission form, ensuring you upload your lion template designs.
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Our 'Open Call' to artists is from 15th September - midnight on 6th Jan 2026
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You may submit up to two designs.
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Designs must be in PDF, JPG or PNG format, high resolution and under 2MB.
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Height: 1250mm x Length: 1700mm x Width: 600 mm, the weight is approx. 40kg.
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Artist materials are not provided and should be factored into your £1,000 fee.
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Please contact our dedicated Lions on the Loose artist programme team via E-Mail artists@lionsontheloose.co.uk for any further information.
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By submitting a design you agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions.
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Artist design submissions will be presented to sponsors in Jan 2026 and each sponsor will select a design for their sculpture. The successful artists will be commissioned and paid an honorarium to customise each sculpture.
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Following the event, the Lion sculpture will be auctioned to raise money for St Clare Hospice (Registered Charity No. 1063631).
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We are hosting a meet the muse event on 13th November 2025 - more details coming soon!
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Artists will have between March - May 2026
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July - September 2026
Meet the Muse Event
Date: 13th November 2025
Venue: Epping Civic Offices
The Meet the Muse event is your chance to meet our first stunning lion sculpture - the leader of the pack, as well as to connect with fellow sponsors, and hear directly from some of the talented artists submitting designs for the rest of the pride. This inspiring event offers a unique opportunity to network, share ideas, and begin the exciting journey of bringing the Lions on the Loose trail to life together.