THE February 5 deadline for the Young Cumbrian Artist of the Year 2019 is fast approaching. The exhibition and award is coordinated by Eden Arts in partnership with the Institute of Arts, University of Cumbria and offers the winner both £250 plus the opportunity to take up a temporary studio space at Eden Arts in Penrith. The highly thought of award is open to any 15-24 year old artists. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to showcase their work in an online gallery on the new Eden Arts website as well as exhibit at the Vallum Gallery at the University of Cumbria.