We acknowledge the Gadigal of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the Country on which the Art Gallery of NSW stands.

Winner: 16-18 year olds

Chantelle Que Untitled

Age 18

16-18 year olds

I am very blessed to have such a supportive and selfless mother. She has never failed to be by my side, even if it meant being woken up at 3am on a work day. I am very thankful to be able to say that I have a mother who shows endless belief and support in everything I do. She was the first person to fuel my interest in creating by enrolling me in art classes. I decided to paint a portrait of her to show my gratitude for all her sacrifices and the guidance that has ensured the best for me.