Exhibits will include artwork created by students from Thorp Academy as part of a Riverside Routes project taking inspiration from the historic Gibside estate, Rowlands Gill, Gateshead. There will also be work by the Emerald Explorers Photoclub and textile work by pupils at St Alban's Primary School. A selection of artwork from students based at Orbis Community and Gateshead College will also be on display.

Shining a spotlight on the wealth of creativity happening across the borough, Shape's very first Youth Festival will showcase the artistic talent of our children and young people. The festival will feature a programme of new events, designed and delivered by young people including music, dance, textiles, photography and exhibitions as well as promoting existing opportunities taking place in Gateshead over February half term.

The festival is funded and supported by North East Combined Authority, North East Museums, Gateshead Cultural Education Partnership and Gateshead Council's Arts Team.