Category

First Place Prize 

Highly Commended 

Category Description

Youth 

$1000 

$250 x2 

This category is designed to celebrate the creativity and talent of young artists between the ages of 10 and 17. We encourage you to explore your imagination and express your unique perspective through any medium of your choice. Whether it's painting, drawing, sculpture, or digital art, we want to see your vision come to life. This is your opportunity to showcase your skills, share your stories and inspire others with your artistic journey. 

Portrait 

$1000 

$500 

In this category, artists are invited to create compelling portraits that capture the essence of their subjects through any medium other than photography. The artist is invited to create a portrait that is an artistic representation of a person or group of people (but they don’t have to be human!) 

Landscape 

$1000 

$500 

This category invites artists to capture natural beauty and diverse scenery. Whether it's the rugged outback, serene coastlines, or lush greenery, we encourage you to showcase the landscapes that inspire you. 

Open Category 

$1000 

$500 

This category is for all other forms of artistic expression that do not fit into the specified categories. It provides a platform for creativity without boundaries, welcoming innovative and diverse artworks of any medium or style. 

Photography 

$1000 

$500 

This category celebrates the art of capturing moments through the lens. From stunning portraits to breathtaking landscapes, we welcome all forms of photographic expression. Show us your unique perspective and the beauty you see through your camera. 

Your Ashburton Town 

$1000 

$500 

This special category focuses on and represents the unique character and spirit of the towns within the Shire of Ashburton; Onslow, Pannawonica, Paraburdoo and Tom Price. We invite artists to depict scenes, landmarks, and moments that represent the heart of their community. 

First Nations 

$1000 

$500 

This category is open to artworks created by First Nations artists. We welcome all forms of artistic expression, celebrating the creativity and perspectives of Indigenous communities. This is an opportunity to showcase your unique voice and cultural heritage through your art.