Winner — Years 11-12
Katura Halleday, My sister’s contemplation, pastel on paper, 42 x 30 cm. Year 12, All Saints Anglican School.

The Lester Prize is delighted to announce that entries are open for the 2024 Youth Awards! The exhibition will once again be hosted at the WA Museum Boola Bardip, and include an exciting new series of events and programs.

Call for Entries are open until 9 February 2024. Entries are open to Australian high school students in years 7-12. The Lester Prize Youth Awards encourages the creative talents of young aspiring artists.

The Prize allows entrants to showcase their works and present their unique artistic perspectives; helps to build confidence to further their art practice; and allows them to share their stories with the wider community.

Further information about the 2024 Youth exhibition and community engagement program will be announced shortly. In the meantime, view previous winners and finalists, and enter today via the links below.