Apple has a Christmas tree drawing competition on iPad

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  Published in Sports and Competition on Monday, November 3rd 2025 at 10:11 GMT by 9to5Mac

Competition Overview

Apple’s 2025 Christmas Tree Drawing Competition invites all UK residents to design a digital illustration of a Christmas tree using an iPad and an Apple Pencil. Entries must be submitted through the official Apple competition portal, which is only accessible to users with a UK Apple ID. The contest runs from December 1st to December 15th, 2025. All submissions must be in before midnight GMT on the final day to be considered.

The main aim of the contest is to showcase the artistic potential of the new iPad Pro and the Apple Pencil (2nd generation), highlighting their improved pressure sensitivity, tilt recognition, and low latency. Apple encourages entrants to experiment with the new “Live Color” feature introduced in iPadOS 17, which adds realistic lighting and shading to pencil strokes.

Entry Requirements

1. Eligibility
   • Only UK residents with a valid Apple ID can enter.
   • Participants must be 13 years or older, or have a parent/guardian provide consent for those under 18.
   • Each entrant may submit a maximum of three drawings.

2. Artwork Specifications
   • The drawing must feature a Christmas tree as the central element.
   • Submissions should be original work; copying or using copyrighted images will result in disqualification.
   • The artwork must be in PNG or JPG format, with a minimum resolution of 3000 × 3000 pixels to ensure high‑quality display.

3. Submission Process
   • Open the competition portal at https://www.apple.com/uk/holiday-drawing-competition/.
   • Log in with your UK Apple ID.
   • Upload the file(s) and fill out the entry form, which asks for name, email, postal address, and a brief description of the artwork.
   • The submission is finalized by clicking “Send.”

4. Judging Criteria
   • Creativity and originality in design.
   • Effective use of Apple Pencil features (pressure, tilt, live color).
   • Technical quality and visual appeal.

Prizes

Apple is offering a tiered prize structure to reward the top entries:

All winners will also receive an official Apple certificate of achievement and a feature on the Apple UK holiday page, where their illustration will be showcased in the online “Holiday Collection” gallery.

Community and Engagement

Apple stresses that the competition is not only about prizes; it’s an opportunity to foster a community of artists who can share their work on social media using the hashtag #AppleHolidayTree. Participants are encouraged to post progress shots, tutorial videos, or time‑lapse footage of their drawing process to engage with fellow Apple enthusiasts.

The contest is also tied to Apple’s recent “Reimagining the Digital Artist’s Toolbox” keynote, where the company unveiled new capabilities for the iPad’s drawing apps, including improved brush physics and AI‑driven color suggestions. By providing a platform for artists to experiment, Apple hopes to inspire a new generation of creators.

Important Dates

• Contest Launch: December 1, 2025
• Entry Deadline: December 15, 2025, 23:59 GMT
• Announcement of Winners: December 20, 2025
• Prize Delivery: Within 30 days of the announcement

Apple’s competition portal also provides a FAQ section that answers questions about the eligibility of family members, how to submit an entry if you’re a minor, and the policy on multiple submissions.

Follow‑Up Resources

• Official Competition Page: https://www.apple.com/uk/holiday-drawing-competition/
  The portal hosts a detailed guide on how to use iPadOS 17 drawing features, showcases sample entries from previous contests, and offers a direct link to the submission form.

• Apple Press Release: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2025/10/apple-launches-holiday-drawing-competition/
  This release provides a high‑level overview of the contest’s purpose, the prizes, and Apple’s expectations for the creative community.

• Apple Support – Drawing with Apple Pencil: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/ipad/apple-pencil-ipad?topic=ipadsupport
  This page offers step‑by‑step instructions on calibrating the Apple Pencil, using pressure and tilt, and troubleshooting common issues that may arise while creating the artwork.

• Procreate – Holiday Tutorials: https://procreate.art/blog/2025/12/holiday-tutorials
  The digital art app offers a curated set of holiday-themed tutorials that showcase how to leverage Procreate’s brush engine for Christmas‑tree illustrations, complementing Apple’s own drawing app offerings.

Conclusion

Apple’s 2025 Christmas Tree Drawing Competition offers UK iPad users a chance to flex their artistic muscles, explore the latest drawing features, and potentially win a premium iPad Pro bundle. With clear rules, generous prizes, and a strong community focus, the contest exemplifies Apple’s commitment to fostering creative expression in its ecosystem. Whether you’re a seasoned illustrator or a hobbyist just starting out, the competition invites everyone to bring the spirit of the holiday season to life on the iPad. If you’re interested, head to the official competition page and start sketching today.