Moreton Bay Youth Art Awards return to celebrate young creative talent
Published 01 July 2026
Young artists from across City of Moreton Bay are invited to showcase their creativity, with entries now open for the 2026 Moreton Bay Youth Art Awards.
The annual awards provide school-aged artists with the opportunity to exhibit their work in a supportive, professional gallery environment, building confidence and sharing their creativity with the wider community.
Open to students living in or attending school within Moreton Bay, the awards celebrate a diverse range of artistic practices, including both two-dimensional and three-dimensional works, with entries accepted across all school year levels.
Participants can submit works across a variety of mediums including painting, drawing, photography, digital art, sculpture, ceramics and installation. Entries are grouped by school year level, with prize money and trophies awarded to winners in each category.
The prize categories include a People’s Choice Award, giving visitors to the exhibition the opportunity to vote for their favourite artwork.
City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery said the Awards continue to highlight the depth of creative talent across the City, supporting young creatives to engage with the arts community in a meaningful way.
“The Youth Art Awards are an important platform for young people to express themselves and be recognised for their creativity,” Mayor Flannery said.
“The program offers students the opportunity to build confidence, gain recognition and share their work with the wider community through a public exhibition.
“Each year, we see an incredible range of work that reflects the perspectives, ideas and imagination of our young artists.”
The competition includes both individual and collaborative categories, with prize money, trophies and school scholarships awarded across each category and year level.
Entries are free and open until 1 October 2026.
The exhibition will be held at Albany Creek Community Centre from 17 to 25 October 2026, where the community is invited to view the artworks and vote in the People’s Choice Award.
To enter head to https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Galleries-Museums/Get-Involved/Artist-Opportunities/Youth-Art-Awards.