BASE YOUTH ART PRIZE 2026

END OF YEAR ART EXHIBITION FOR YOUNG ARTISTS

SHOWCASING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ARTISTS.

BASE Youth Art Prize is for all Australian children to enter, showcase & celebrate their creativity, imagination and talent in visual arts. It is a physical art show in Carrington NSW with incredible prizes offered across three age categories.

Thinking about entering this year’s Youth Art Prize?

Here’s everything you need to know about the art prize and being involved in the exhibition.

Drop-Off Location

Studio97
97 Wilson Street, Carrington

Drop-Off Times

  • ONE WEEK ONLY - Sat 7th Nov to Fri 13th Nov - 3-6pm

Please make sure your artwork is clearly labelled with the artist’s name. If you're unsure about anything, feel free to get in touch.

Youth Art Prize Details

WHY ENTER?

Art is more than just colours on a paper—it’s a way for kids to express themselves, develop critical thinking, and boost their confidence. Whether your child is an aspiring artist or simply loves to draw, entering this competition can:

  • Build Confidence: There’s nothing like seeing their work celebrated to help kids feel proud of their creativity.

  • Encourage Skill Development: Exploring art teaches patience, problem-solving, and fine motor skills.

  • Provide a Fun Challenge: It’s a great way for kids to engage in a positive, rewarding activity.

Dancers & muscians have their concerts. Athletes have their trophys, drama kids have their shows. The BASE Youth Art Prize is the end-of-year spotlight for young artists.

It isn’t only a prize; it’s a celebration & a chance for creativity to take center stage.

  • Open to ages 5–17

  • $50 per entry of one art work

  • Incredible prizes

  • every single artwork exhibited

  • be a celebrated artist at the special show opening.

KEY DATES

SUBMISSIONS OPEN

NOW

SUBMISSIONS CLOSE

FRI 6th NOVEMBER

ARTWORK DELIVERY

SAT 7th to FRI 13th NOVEMBER - 3pm to 6pm

OPENING NIGHT & PRIZE DAY

SAT 21 NOVEMBER
3pm to 6pm

EXHIBITION CLOSES

SUN 29 NOVEMBER

CATEGORIES + PRIZES

Who Can Enter & What You Could Win

The BASE Youth Art Prize is open to young artists aged 5–17.

  • BASE Infant: 5–8 years

  • BASE Primary: 9–12 years

  • BASE High: 13–17 years

  • People’s Choice Prize

  • Guest Judge Mentions & Prizes

Paint, sketch, collage, cartoon, any medium and any idea. The gallery is yours.

The winner of each category will receive:

  • BASE Youth Art Prize offers great prizes! The three grand prize winners will receive a prize pack valued over $400 each, which includes:

    • A special 2hr art and mentoring 1:1 session with BASE Art Space mentor or guest artist in the field of art preference.

    • BASE Art Space art supplies to keep those creative juices flowing – including all artist quality materials not limited to full sets of acrylic paints, water colour paints, sketch materials, specialty paper and visual diaries housed within premium BASE Art Space packaging.

    • Certificate and accreditation documents for selective school applications and scholarships.