21-year-old Jazzmin Smith from D&D Painters and Decorators in Hull has been named Junior Runner-up at the 2025 Painting and Decorating Association Apprentice Paperhanger of the Year competition

21-year-old Jazzmin from D&D Painters and Decorators in Hull has been named Junior Runner-up at the 2025 Painting and Decorating Association Apprentice Paperhanger of the Year competition

Jazzmin, 21, who works with D&D Painters and Decorators in Hull, has been named Junior Runner-up at the 2025 Painting and Decorating Association Apprentice Paperhanger of the Year competition, sponsored by Brewers Decorator Centres.

Jazzmin Smith from D&D Painters and Decorators, 2025 Painting and Decorating Association, Apprentice Paperhanger of the Year competition, Brewers Decorator Centres.

The awards were recently presented at the Networking Event and Gala Dinner with PDA members, Associate Partners, and guests, celebrating the work of all the talented finalists. The evening included a Champagne reception, formal dinner, live entertainment, and plenty of time on the dance floor!

This incredible achievement highlights Jazzmin’s creativity, dedication, and talent in her field.

We are so proud of Jazzmin here at HTAE, and can’t wait to see where her skills take her next!

Jazzmin Smith from D&D Painters and Decorators, 2025 Painting and Decorating Association, Apprentice Paperhanger of the Year competition, Brewers Decorator Centres.

Images submitted with the kind permission of PDA

Published: Friday, 10th October 2025