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Graphics Union & BFDG Event hosted by Stylo

Production Designers, Set Decorators and Supervising Art Directors are invited to join the lovely people at Stylo for a late afternoon and evening of discovering their latest studio setup, exploring new printing techniques, and simply catching up with fellow industry professionals on Thursday 17th September, 4-8pm.

For more information and to sign up email: [email protected]

Join us at our first-ever RACE AROUND LONDON networking event to raise money for the BFDG Bursary

Saturday 26th Sept 2026 (afternoon), Central London

Team up, decide on a strategy, and plot a route around London to maximise your points: This is a great opportunity to see the city while mingling with (and competing against!) colleagues old and new …

“High stakes and high energy! I’ll never look at a London bus the same way again. Loved every minute”.

Come alone or bring family – we’ll figure out teams on the day. And don’t worry about being fit enough: you’ll be walking and using public transport, so no athletic prowess is needed.

Entry fee: raise or donate at least £30+ per person

Secure your spot: entries close on Saturday 12th September

Contact [email protected] for more information and to enter

The countdown continues! In just 7 days, on 10th September, entries will officially open for the 16th BFDG Production Design Awards which will take place on 28th February at The Royal Lancaster Hotel, London

Did you work on a production released between 1st January and 31st December 2026 and one of the Art Dept HoDs (either Production Designer, Supervising Art Director or Set Decorator) is  a Guild Member?

This is your chance to be celebrated for the exceptional work of your film and television art department. The awards honour the incredible talent and creativity that bring stories to life on screen.

Key dates to remember:

Entries open: 10th September, 2026
Deadline for entries: 7th October, 2026
Final submissions due: 8th November, 2026
First vote opens: 7th December, 2026

In just 14 days, on September 10th, entries will open for the 16th BFDG Production Design Awards which will take place on Saturday,  27th February at The Royal Lancaster Hotel, London.

Did you work on a production released between 1st January and 31st December 2026 and one of the Art Dept HoDs is  a Guild Member? (either Production Designer, Supervising Art Director or Set Decorator) then your production will qualify for entry.

We have categories across Film and TV, alongside opportunities to celebrate excellence in Short Films, Commercials and Music Videos. We also recognise sustainable working practices through the Planet Positive Award, as well as exceptional individuals through the Peter Lamont Spotlighting New Talent Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award.

BFDG Launches Props for the Future Training Programme, supported by Amazon MGM Studios

On Monday 18th August the we launched BFDG Props For the Future: Digital Design, Making & Sustainable Production Training Programme, a new industry-led initiative generously supported by Amazon MGM Studios.

Designed for new entrants, trainees and juniors taking their first steps in props, the programme runs throughout August and September at Sky Studios Elstree. It is completely free to participants.

The programme brings together eight trainees enrolled through the BFDG Newcomer Pathway.

Across six interconnected modules, participants follow a complete journey from digital concepting and technical draughting through to physical fabrication, production buying, sustainable practice, and on-set etiquette – gaining a genuine, 360-degree view of the world of props.

BFDG Newcomer Pathway members received priority access to the programme. Props For the Future is now full, but membership remains open to new entrants and juniors details can be found on our Join page.

Click the link below to read more about the training programme.