YOUNG artists from Sidmouth and across East Devon have been invited to take part in a new exhibition and competition set for Ottery St Mary in August.

YOUNG artists from Sidmouth and across East Devon have been invited to take part in a new exhibition and competition set for Ottery St Mary in August.

The Otter Vale Art Society Youth Art Competition for children and young people in two age groups, from ten to 13 and 14 to 17, will be judged by internationally acclaimed artist Alan Cotton.

Winners will get the opportunity to spend a day in the distinguished landscape painter’s studio learning more about art.

Work will be exhibited in The Institute, Yonder Street, Ottery, from August 5 to 14.

To enter contact organiser Judith Stephens on (01395) 597221 or e-mail sidburymill@btconnect.com.

Parents must accompany children submitting work.