Julian’s work, called Thoughts Made Flesh, is a series of large pieces embodying a thought or state of mind.

Michael’s award is being accepted by Tristram, the engineer who works with Michael.

Judging from the crowd noise, I’d say Tiago’s got quite a group of fans in tonight! His work was introduced as Ten Metres by Ten Metres but it’s actually Ten Millimetres by Ten Millimetres. A slight difference there!

Remo’s varied background means that his art incorporates a range of multimedia. He lives in Tokyo so he can’t be here tonight but his award has been collected by his friend Sharon (who’s wearing a lovely red dress!)

Vjeko can’t be here in person and his collector couldn’t come either – so Karen has received it on his behalf! If what she said at the start about her primary school art classes is anything to go by, this may be the only art award she ever receives…

Like Anki’s work? It’s been displayed in various international galleries so keep your eyes peeled – it’ll probably be heading your way soon.

Anki’s on stage now receiving her award. Her acceptance speech is really thought-provoking – talking about the way that humanity is tied to creativity and how art can help you express yourself in a way that words can’t – and it ties in perfectly with the work that Kids Co do.

I thought I’d post a taster of Arina’s prize-winning work below. She’s the first recipient of the final selection awards.

Following Hossein’s introduction and the slideshow of shortlisted artists’ work, London Creative Competition’s director Isabelle Rodker has taken to the stage.  She’s here to introduce David Gustave from Kids Company, who’s going to say a few words about the spotlight charity. Kids Company is a charity that works with vulnerable children and young people in inner-city London.

A very worthy cause!

The audience is captivated by a slideshow of the shortlisted artists’ work. And rightly so! I’m glad I wasn’t on the jury…

Hossein Farmani has begun introducing the competition. This year there were 2300 entries from 72 countries! How on earth did they decide?