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

Finalist: 9-12 year olds

Thea-Bella Taylor Wishes amongst my menagerie

Age 11

9-12 year olds

My wishes help motivate me to overcome the difficult parts of life. When my dyslexia got really hard, I would sit down and paint my animals. My animals give me unconditional love while I am working on my hopes and dreams.