UK Graphic Awards and associated conference shifts to 2021

The inaugural Thrive in Print conference and UK Graphic Awards has shifted from 15 September 2020 to 2 February 2021. The events, organised by Fespa UK and Vism, will run at the original venue, Oulton Hall, Leeds.

The date for awards entries has been extended to 4 December 2020 - for projects completed between 1 July 2019 and 30 November 2020. Awards entries already received will remain valid. Dan Tyler, director at Vism, said of the switch: “These awards were always designed to be a hugely positive experience for all involved, and the new date provides a great opportunity for the industry to come together with a sense of determination and excitement for the year ahead. We’re lucky to have such fantastic sponsors that have all backed this decision and we can’t wait to bring everyone together in February.” Carol Swift, Director at Fespa UK, highlighted the support the event has received from it’s sponsors, and said: “We’re incredibly lucky to be working with such brilliant sponsors, and we’re looking forward to collaborating with them over the next few months to give the industry the party it will deserve come the new year.”